Working Title: Senior Project and Program Coordinator
Job Class: Management Analyst 3
Agency: Human Services Dept
Job ID : 95625
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 : 07/18/2026
Closing Date : 07/31/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Human Services Dept / MAPE DHS Central Office
Division/Unit : DHS-Central Office / MS PPIS Team
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift / 8:00am to 4:30pm
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $28.75 - $42.16 / hourly; $60,030 - $88,030 / 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 Department of Human Services is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DHS does not participate in E-Verify.
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 eligible for telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) for applicants who reside in Minnesota or in a bordering state, with supervisory approval and satisfactory performance. If you live in a state bordering Minnesota, you must live within 50 miles or less from the primary work location to be eligible for telework.
Flexible work hours may be permitted with supervisor approval.
This position provides implementation services for large, complex, cross-administration projects and programs at Department of Human Services (DHS). Services include project management and process design that incorporate Continuous Improvement (CI) principles; project planning and execution, including determining appropriate scope, coordinating project team activities, tracking tasks, and documenting outcomes; performance measurement development, tracking and analysis; knowledge transfer and platform support services for teams throughout DHS, project support for CI projects in order to establish and foster a CI culture and support CI efforts. This position maintains the team InfoLink content regarding Project & Program Implementation Services PPIS services, resources and templates. This position will also ensure the day-to-day operations of the Knowledge Transfer and Platform Support programs are supported and projects assigned to (PPIS) are completed on-time and on scope.
Domain of responsibilities include, but not limited to:
Continuous improvement-informed Implementation project management and support: Lead and support large and complex implementation and process design projects throughout the agency.
Initiate and lead knowledge transfer projects for individuals or teams throughout the agency.
PPIS System Development/Support, Business Analysis, Quality Assurance, and Web Content Maintenance
Facilitate training and workshops on topics relevant to the PPIS portfolio including project management and project management solutions, knowledge transfer tools and resources, performance measures and control plans, process design and documentation.
Minimum Qualifications
To facilitate proper crediting, 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.
Two (2) years of working experience in project management and/or continuous improvement in a large organization (500+employees).
Experience must demonstrate the following:
Experience managing large, complex projects, including planning, documenting, and reporting on progress and outcomes.
Experience conducting data planning, collection, analysis, and/or reporting.
Evaluating, designing or redesigning business processes and/or procedures.
Technical, report writing, and public speaking experience and presentation skills to effectively present complicated information in a simple, understandable way (plain language) while emphasizing the value to the audience.
Communication skills are sufficient to provide consulting and advice to staff while also effectively training staff at all levels.
Experience using project management software and tools (e.g. Smartsheet, MS Planner, Gantt charts, communication plans, risk registers, etc.)
*Bachelor's degree or higher in Business, Social Work or a related field may substitute for one year of experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.
Knowledge of change management and continuous improvement principles.
Strong human relations and communication skills; communicate clearly and professionally both verbally and in writing; respond openly to requests and concerns and simplify technical information for non-specialist understanding.
Application of Lean, DMAIC, DMADV, and/or other continuous improvement or innovation methodologies and principles to improvement efforts within an organization.
Formal training or certification in project management tools or methodology.
Six Sigma Yellow or Green Belt certification or similar certification in Continuous Improvement methodologies.
Strong understanding of or experience in data analysis, interpretation, and synthesis to present accurate and useful information.
Experience with database management and systems analysis.
Additional Requirements
The MinnesotaDepartmentofHumanServices(DHS) will conduct criminalbackgroundchecksonallfinalistsforthis position.Finalistsmustpassthe DHS backgroundcheck.
Employee reference checks will be conducted on all finalists. This may include a review of documentation related to jobperformance.It alsoincludescontact withtheapplicant'sformer employer(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.
