Working Title: Manager of Learning Solutions
Job Class: State Program Administrator, Manager
Agency: Department of Employment and Economic Development
Job ID : 90786
Location : St. Paul
Telework Eligible : Yes, may be eligible for some telework
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 01/15/2026
Closing Date : 02/05/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Department of Employment and Economic Development / Managerial
Division/Unit : Paid Family and Medical Leave
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift, 8:00AM - 4:30PM
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $40.26 - $58.20 / hourly; $84,062 - $121,521 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 220 - Manager / Unrepresented
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.
About the Paid Leave Division:
Paid Leave is a new program that officially launched in Minnesota on January 1, 2026. The program provides partial wage replacement to Minnesota workers who are out of work due to a qualifying condition, such as a severe health condition that prevents them from working, or when they need time to care for a family member or a new child.
We have built a program that is easy for every Minnesotan to use. We have engaged the people who depend on us-workers, employers, caregivers, and insurers-to learn from them and build the program around their needs. We use modern service delivery and product practices to deliver the program.
The Paid Leave team has high standards and an unrelenting commitment to serving Minnesotans. It is a start-up environment without legacy systems or preconceived ways of working, so we have a unique opportunity to create human-centric processes and systems to deliver this new benefit to Minnesotans.
Position Purpose:
The Manager of Learning Solutions position exists to lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of Paid Leave-wide learning and knowledge management strategies that support new employee training, employee development, organizational effectiveness, and equitable access to information. The position ensures that learning programs and knowledge-sharing capabilities are aligned with Paid Leave goals and meet the diverse needs of staff and stakeholders. In addition to supporting the 400 Paid Leave staff, this position will oversee work that supports external partners and other state agencies.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the design and implementation of Paid Leave strategies: crafting a forward-thinking learning strategy that supports employee growth, organization agility, and operational excellence.
Direct Paid Leave's knowledge management capabilities and practices: lead the development and stewardship of knowledge management systems that support organizational learning, efficiency, and continuity.
Supervise and develop the Learning and Knowledge Management program staff: Provide leadership, coaching and performance management for staff.
Deliver Instructor Led Training: facilitate engaging, interactive training experiences that reflect adult learning principles and DEED's commitment to equity and accessibility.
This position will be based out of the St. Paul office.
This position is telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) eligible. Staff are provided with the tools and equipment to be successful in a virtual work environment. Please note, the telework policy could change with notice based on business needs.
Minimum Qualifications
Please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held. Only applicants whose resumes clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for this position.
Four (4) years* of experience leading learning strategy, implementation, and driving results for training, development, and efficiency with at least two (2) of those years supervising a team in meeting learning and development business needs.
*Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Development, Organizational Development, Instructional Design, Education, or other closely related field as determined by the agency may substitute one (1) year of experience; Master's degree substitutes for eighteen (18) months of experience;
Applicants that meet the above minimum qualification will be further evaluated on the following:
Experience using principles, practices, techniques of adult learning, needs assessments, curriculum development, delivery, and evaluation and measurements.
Experience designing, developing, and delivering engaging and accessible learning experience across multiple modalities (e.g., in-person, virtual, asynchronous).
Experience planning, organizing, and problem-solving large projects, prioritizing, and making recommendations or decisions on the direction of a project.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in local, county, or state government.
Experience leading a new initiative that includes integration with numerous partners.
Experience managing learning management systems (LMS), content authoring tools (e.g., Articulate, Adobe Captivate), and knowledge-sharing platforms (e.g., SharePoint, Confluence).
Experience developing and implementing comprehensive change management strategies aligned with organization goals.
Ability to foster psychological safety and inclusive team dynamics.
Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.
Additional Requirements
A job offer will be contingent upon successfully passing a background check. The background check may consist of the following components:
Criminal Background Check
Employment Records Check (current and former State employees only)
Employment Reference Check
Conflict of Interest Review
Driver's License and Records Check
The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
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.
