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State Prog Admin Intermediate - Contracts Specialist

State of Minnesota • Saint Paul, MN • 5h ago

Working Title: State Prog Admin Intermediate - Contracts Specialist

Job Class: State Program Administrator, Intermediate

Agency: Public Safety Dept

Job ID : 90934

Location : St. Paul

Telework Eligible : Yes - Up to 2 days per week

Full/Part Time : Full-Time

Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers and DPS employees eligible to bid. Eligible bidders (permanent, classified employees in the same job classification) should apply through self-service and confirm their bid by emailing madison.markgraf@state.mn.us ((madison.markgraf@state.mn.us) by 11:59 PM 12/29/2025.

Date Posted : 12/23/2025

Closing Date : 01/12/2026

Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Public Safety Dept / Public Safety-MAPE

Division/Unit : Criminal Apprehension / BCA LEGAL SERVICES

Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

Days of Work : Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm

Travel Required : No

Salary Range: $25.67 - $37.26 / hourly; $53,598 - $77,798 / annually

Job Class Option : Contracts Coordination

Classified Status : Classified

Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

FLSA Status : Nonexempt

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 position functions as the Contract Specialist and assists the Legal Director with contract activities for the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA). This position exists to manage BCA contracts throughout their life cycle, which includes the development, management, and execution of the various BCA contracts and agreements. The work effort focuses on professional/technical contracts subject to Office of State Procurement contracting requirements. The Contract Specialist is a point of contact and subject matter expert for all BCA contracting needs. This position works closely with the BCA legal team, including staff attorneys.

This position may be eligible to telework up to two (2) days per week, after completion of a probationary period.

The Department of Public Safety is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DPS does not participate in E-Verify.

Minimum Qualifications

One (1) year of experience administering government contracts.

Three (3) years of experience providing administrative support duties for contract management, such as:

Experience drafting and editing business documents.

Managing and tracking workflow from start to finish, and

Following and interpreting documented processes and procedures.

*A bachelor's degree may substitute for one year of experience providing administrative support duties.

Applicants that meet the above minimum qualification will be further evaluated on the following:

Ability to be highly organized, determine priorities, balance a variety of duties at the same time and work under time pressure.

Ability to work independently and follow directions.

Strong Microsoft Office skills including Excel, Word, SharePoint, Teams, and Outlook.

Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Ability to work cooperatively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working in state government.

Experience working with the State of Minnesota's Statewide Integrated Financial Tools (SWIFT) system.

Knowledge of the State of Minnesota's professional/technical contracting requirements.

Physical Requirements

Very light: Requires occasionally moving and transporting such articles as file folders and small tools. May need to maintain a stationary position for long periods of time while carrying out job duties.

Additional Requirements

It is the policy of the Department of Public Safety that all employees submit to a background investigation prior to employment, which includes successful completion of the following background components:

Criminal history

Reference check

SEMA4 records, personnel file and employment records (current and former State employees only)

Fingerprinting

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.

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