Working Title: Deputy Chief Procurement Officer of Operations
Job Class: State Program Administrator, Manager Principal
Agency: Administration Dept
Job ID : 90714
Location : St. Paul
Telework Eligible : Yes
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Post ed : 12/13/2025
Closing Date : 01/13/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Administration Dept / Administration-Managerial
Division/Unit : Office of State Procurement
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $48.45 - $69.48 / hourly; $101,163 - $145,074 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 220 - Manager/Unrep
FLSA Status : Exempt - Executive
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes
The work you'll do is more than just a job.
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
This posting may be extended and remain open until filled.
The Office of State Procurement (OSP) (https://mn.gov/admin/osp/) oversees $3 billion in goods and services purchases annually. The division offers volume discounts to state agencies and local units of government through 1,600 enterprise contracts and two large multi-state cooperative purchasing programs. The division also oversees vendor performance for the State and administers business development programs that help small businesses seeking to contract with the State.
We are seeking an engaged, innovative, and effective leader to manage the Operations Management section of OSP, which consists of the following work units: Business Operations, Process and IT Services, and SWIFT. In this position, you will also provide leadership and direction to align operation with broader business objectives. This includes, but is not limited to, the following:
Serve as the primary driver for and owner of technology efforts and systems, planning and overseeing new initiatives that have enterprise-wide impact to stakeholders, partners, customers, and team members.
Serve as the division's Executive Business Manager by providing budgetary and fiscal controls, ensuring the division operates in a sound and responsible financial manner.
Direct the strategic vision, roadmap, and budget by aligning procurement operations with broader business goals, including cost savings, risk management, and sustainability.
Manage all general support functions, including the division's purchasing and contracting; accounts payable; accounts receivable; process support; facilities management; file operation; files maintenance; and all related policies, procedures, and reporting.
Provide additional leadership and direction to support the effective and efficient performance and collaboration of the Operations Management section.
This position is eligible for up to a 50% hybrid telework arrangement. With a telework arrangement, additional onsite attendance may be required for team meetings or as requested by management to meet business needs. Reasonable accommodations will be considered for employees with disabilities or other needs. Completion of a telework agreement will be required. Please review the Telework Policy (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) for details.
Minimum Qualifications
The following qualifications are required of all applicants seeking consideration for this position. Only applications whose application materials clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for the position.
Four (4) years of experience with business operations/management in the areas of financial accounting, budgeting, public administration, purchasing, auditing, and/or information systems.
Substantial experience as a manager or supervisor; or in a leadership role managing and leading highly-skilled staff.
Knowledge and understanding of the principles, theories, and techniques of government-based purchasing and contracting.
Demonstrated skills and abilities to manage and execute technology programs/efforts that enhances the efficiency and effectiveness of initiatives across multiple business units or locations.
This includes, but is not limited to, sufficient knowledge of enterprise resource planning (ERP) or financial systems, system implementations and integrations with internal business processes, web application development tools, and web development languages.
Strong leadership skills with the ability to simultaneously direct multiple projects and adapt to changing priorities.
Knowledge and ability to interpret, apply, and communicate applicable laws, rules, policies, and/or procedures.
Effective communication and presentation skills to facilitate meetings, training sessions, and prepare and present testimony at legislative hearings and conference committees.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Information Systems, or a related field.
Demonstrated budgetary and financial management experience with and ability to manage a budget of over $10 million.
Possess a high degree of management and human relations skills in planning, directing, leading, budgeting, organizing, negotiating, communication, and personnel management.
Ability to research, develop, and execute strategies ensuring activities and functions are effectively managed and all operational performance standards are met.
Strong problem-solving skills and resourcefulness in achieving program efficiency and compliance.
Experience working in a governmental environment, preferably in public procurement (state, federal, and/or tribal).
Champion change by continuously seeking and examining best practices.
Additional Requirements
Successful applicants must pass a criminal background check through American DataBank and employment reference checks prior to employment. A criminal history does not automatically disqualify an applicant, and each case will be reviewed individually in alignment with fair hiring practices.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.
