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Executive Director - State Program Administrator Manager Principal

State of Minnesota • Saint Paul, MN • 3h ago

Working Title: Executive Director

Job Class: State Program Administrator, Manager Principal

Agency: Public Facilities Authority

Job ID : 94464

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 : 05/30/2026

Closing Date : 06/22/2026

Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Public Facilities Authority / Managers

Division/Unit : Public Facilities Authority / Executive Director

Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM

Days of Work : Monday - Friday

Travel Required : Yes, up to 10% of the time

Salary Range: $49.18 - $70.52 / hourly; $102,687 - $147,245 / annually

Classified Status : Unclassified

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/) : No

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 Public Facilities Authority Executive Director, you'll manage the assets of large revolving loan funds and lead the delivery of state and federal loan and grant programs for water infrastructure projects in communities across Minnesota. As a public-facing leader at the agency, you'll be responsible for compliance, debt issuance and loan portfolio management, spearhead and execute outreach and communication across the state and ensure solid working relationships with stakeholders. You'll advocate for public infrastructure within state government, the federal government, communities, and at the legislature, while running existing programs to protect public health and the environment that also help to revitalize and stabilize communities. This position reports directly to the Commissioner of DEED and is responsible to a Board of Directors.

This position is established by statute to be unclassified as it is appointed by and reports to a policy-making board.

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.

Five (5) years of progressive leadership experience working with and/or providing funding for municipal water treatment systems, public infrastructure, infrastructure engineering or other closely related field as determined by the agency.

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

Experience managing budgets and providing financial oversight.

Experience leading teams or organizations including human relation skills sufficient to perform supervisory duties.

Experience administering programs including overseeing reporting on program activities and outcomes.

Experience developing, enhancing, and maintaining partnerships and relationships with a diverse client set.

Ability to communicate in a variety of methods including the ability to deliver public presentations.

Ability to think analytically, critically and problem solve.

Preferred Qualifications

Direct experience with or leadership of large-scale public finance programs, complex financial tools and debt management.

Experience and/or familiarity with the Minnesota Legislature and Legislative process.

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

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