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Small Unmanned Aircraft System (sUAS) Program Coordinator - Transportation Program Specialist 4

State of Minnesota • Saint Paul, MN • 1h ago

Working Title: Small Unmanned Aircraft System (sUAS) Program Coordinator

Job Class: Transportation Program Specialist 4

Agency: Transportation Department

Job ID : 93605

Location : St. Paul

Telework Eligible : Yes

Full/Part Time : Full-Time

Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

Date Posted : 04/16/2026

Closing Date : 04/24/2026

Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Transportation Dept / Transportation-MAPE

Division/Unit : Engineering Services Div / LM Photogrammetry & Sensing 2

Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

Days of Work : Monday - Friday

Travel Required : Yes - Up to 60% of the time

Salary Range: $31.26 - $46.15 / hourly; $65,270 - $96,361 / annually

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 is located at Central Office in St. Paul and may have the flexibility to telework, work a hybrid schedule, or work in the office. The incumbent will be required to make a telework arrangement with their supervisor. The incumbent will be expected to work in the office as determined by policy and discussion with their supervisor.

This position coordinates and conducts Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS) flight operations while growing and developing the flight operations team and program. The position works closely with MnDOT's Office of Aeronautics and serves as the technical expert for the agency's statewide Unmanned Aircraft Services program within the Office of Land Management, including software application development and systems, processes, and procedures affiliated with the collection and management of the program and data.

NOTE: In the high season (approx. April - October), statewide travel is required up to 60% of the time; this includes overnight statewide travel.

** The Minnesota Department of Transportation does not sponsor applicants for work visas or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.

Minimum Qualifications

Possess a valid Remote Pilot Certificate (Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems) from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), A valid MN Class D driver's license, and two years of advanced professional experience that demonstrates:

Experience interpreting and implementing state and federal aviation rules and regulations related to UAS.

Experience managing program/project budgets and resources.

Experience creating and administering training materials, processes, and procedures.

Experience operating lidar sensors and processing lidar datasets.

Experience operating imaging sensors, processing photogrammetric datasets.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience evaluating program practices and development to recommend areas of improvement.

Advanced knowledge and experience with Trimble Business Center.

Advanced knowledge and experience with PosPac.

Advanced knowledge and experience with the UAS Master.

Experience with Trimble survey equipment.

Additional Requirements

Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and criminal history check*

It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components: SEMA4 Records Check, Criminal History Check, Employment Reference Check, Driver's License Check, and/or Education/License Verification.

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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