Working Title: Workforce Strategy and Services Manager
Job Class: State Program Administrator, Manager Senior
Agency: Department of Employment and Economic Development
Job ID : 91657
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 : 01/24/2026
Closing Date : 02/13/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Department of Employment and Economic Development / Managerial
Division/Unit : Comm Off/Support Branch / CO Human Resources
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $43.38 - $62.41 / hourly; $90,577 - $130,312 / 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.
As the Workforce Strategy and Services Manager, you will service as a key leader within DEED's Human Resources Division, reporting directly to the agency's Director of Human Resources. You will provide strategic oversight and operational leadership for core Human Resources (HR) functions including HR operations, workforce planning, HR service delivery, and employee support services.
You will lead agency-wide efforts related to policy governance, workforce planning and analytics, HR technology and systems, and HR projects, ensuring alignment with DEED's strategic priorities and statewide requirements. This role is critical in driving operational readiness, compliance, and continuous improvement across the HR division ensuring consistent and innovative service delivery to the agency.
Working in this role, you will:
Provide strategic and operational leadership for HR operations, workforce planning, HR service delivery, and employee support services.
Oversee HR systems and technology implementation, optimization, and data management.
Lead agency-wide workforce analytics and succession planning initiatives.
Set strategic direction for agency and HR policy governance, ensuring compliance and alignment with statewide requirements.
Represent DEED in statewide committees, on enterprise projects, and cross-agency initiatives.
Supervise and develop HR Supervisor(s) and/or lead positions, fostering high-performing teams and operational excellence.
Drive process improvement and change management efforts to enhance HR service delivery.
Provide consultation on complex, ambiguous, or high-risk HR operational matters with agency-wide impact.
This position is telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) eligible. Telework options for this position are dependent on where the employee lives. 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 strategic Human Resources experience, with at least one (1) year in a supervisory or managerial capacity, within a complex, multi-level organization, in at least three (3) of the following HR functions: workforce planning and analytics; HR policy governance and compliance; HR systems and technology operations; job classification; compensation analysis; or recruitment and talent management.
This experience must include:
Providing strategic HR consultation to senior leaders on complex or organization-impacting topics.
Interpreting and applying federal and state employment laws including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Minnesota Paid Leave (MPL), Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), and Minnesota Government Data Practices Act (MGDPA).
*Associate's degree in Business Management, Organizational Development, Public Administration, Employment Law, Human Resources, or other closely related field as determined by the agency may substitute for six (6) months of experience; bachelors degree substitutes for one (1) year of experience; masters degree for eighteen (18) months of experience; and PhD substitutes for twenty-four (24) months of experience.
Applicants that meet the above minimum qualifications will be further evaluated on the following during the interview process:
Human relations/interpersonal skills sufficient to develop and maintain effective work relationships; and influence and negotiate with internal and external partners sufficient to navigate complex and sensitive conversations with professionalism, respect and confidentiality.
Analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills sufficient to evaluate complex information and agency needs; identify, analyze, and present options; implement effective, data-driven solutions; forecast trends; and make sound decisions.
Project management skills sufficient to manage cross-HR functional area projects from idea generation and research to implementation and evaluation.
Communication skills sufficient to effectively respond to questions; develop, explain, and support HR policies and processes; represent the division on agency and statewide workgroups; develop and deliver presentations; and relay complex information to a variety of audiences including senior leadership, bargaining unit representatives, employees, and job seekers.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in a Human Resources leadership position within the State of Minnesota enterprise.
Experience in leading change management or continuous improvement projects.
Experience implementing HR technology solutions and managing data.
Demonstrated respect for diversity and a deep commitment to fostering an inclusive and collaborative work environment and generating work product embedded with these ideals.
Knowledge of state and federal workers' compensation laws and procedures.
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:
Federal Background Check
Criminal Background Check
Employment Records Check
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.
