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State Prog Admin Principal; Community Solar Garden Program Administrator

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

Working Title: Community Solar Garden Program Administrator

Job Class: State Program Administrator Principal

Agency: Commerce Department

Job ID : 95268

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 : 07/10/2026

Closing Date : 07/23/2026

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

Division/Unit : Clean Technology Deployment

Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

Days of Work : Monday - Friday

Travel Required : Yes - Up to 5% of the time

Salary Range: $32.97 - $48.60 / hourly; $68,841 - $101,476 / 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.

Hybrid work schedule available, up to 50% telework depending on business needs. Telework can be outside of the State of Minnesota if the candidate lives in a state bordering Minnesota and lives 50 miles or less from the primary work location. Primary work location will be the Golden Rule Building in St. Paul.

Internal candidates should contact the Human Resources Representative listed on the job posting with questions.

This position exists to design, develop, implement, and manage the Community Solar Garden (CSG) Program in Minnesota. This position will act as the liaison between the Department of Commerce, Xcel Energy, Solar Developers, and other program stakeholders to manage the program and its related approval processes. The position will ensure timely communication and provide technical assistance to applicants, research best practice models and practices, and develop guidance documents and information related to successful administration of the CSG Program.

In addition, the position will coordinate the program and internal communication with leadership and key staff, this position serves as the "face" of the CSG Program for the Department of Commerce in Public Utilities Commission hearings and Legislative Reports.

Minimum Qualifications

Three (3) years of experience performing analysis, exercising judgment, and relying on knowledge in program development and administration.

A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Project Management, or related field is equivalent to one (1) year of experience.

An Advanced degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Project Management, or related field is equivalent to eighteen (18) months of experience.

Applicants who meet the above education/experience requirements will be further evaluated based on the following:

Experience communicating and presenting complex program objectives to a wide range of individuals.

Experience writing clear, concise, and accurate reports sufficient to document program activities, summarize findings, and communicate information to a wide range of audiences.

Organizational skills sufficient to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and coordinate resources effectively.

Knowledge of public policy principles sufficient to oversee the design, implementation, and evaluation of public programs.

Experience facilitating meetings, building consensus, and resolving problems.

Preferred Qualifications

Project management certificate or experience.

General knowledge of photovoltaic solar and the electric grid.

Experience in building networks within historically marginalized communities, connecting individuals with resources and opportunities.

Physical Requirements

Requires occasional moving of articles such as boxes, accounting records, laptop computer, and portable printer.

Additional Requirements

Job offer is contingent upon passing reference checks to verify job-related credentials and a criminal background check and drivers' license check prior to appointment.

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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