Working Title: Sustainable Forest Incentive Act Administrator, State Program Administrator Senior
Job Class: State Program Administrator Senior
Agency: Revenue Dept
Job ID : 98208
Location : St. Paul
Telework Eligible : Yes
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : This vacancy is open for bids and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Bidders will be considered through 11/18/2026.
Date Posted : 11/12/2026
Closing Date : 12/03/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Revenue Dept / Revenue (inc Assessors)-MAPE
Division/Unit : Property Tax-Info & Education
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : Yes, 10% travel
Salary Range: $28.75 - $42.16 / hourly; $60,030 - $88,030 / annually
Job Class Option : Property Tax
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.
Step into a role where Minnesota's forests, local governments, and statewide tax policy intersect. As the State's lead administrator for the Sustainable Forest Incentive Act (SFIA), you'll be the expert voice guiding thousands of landowners, county officials, and state partners through one of Minnesota's most impactful incentive programs. In this position, you'll shape how over a million acres of forestland are administered, oversee $17 million in annual incentive payments, and influence policy decisions.
You will be training practitioners across the state, crafting policy recommendations, managing administrative duties, and collaborating with agencies like DNR and DOT. Every day brings a new puzzle: interpreting law, solving unique landowner challenges, improving statewide systems, and driving program improvements that support healthy forests.
This role is perfect for someone who loves complex problem solving, building relationships across levels of government, and making a visible impact on Minnesota's natural resources and tax administration. If you thrive on autonomy, expertise, providing excellent customer service, and meaningful statewide influence, this is your opportunity to lead a program that truly matters.
This position is eligible for hybrid telework. Employees living within 50 miles of the office will be required to work in the office at least 50% of the time each month. Employees may reside outside the state of Minnesota if they live in a state bordering Minnesota and are within 50 miles of the primary work location.
Existing employees who were approved to telework from a bordering state and more than 50 miles from their work location before June 1, 2025, may retain this arrangement unless they move farther away.
Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge of Minnesota property tax.
High level analytical and critical thinking skills to interpret statutes, analyze complex scenarios, and recommend procedural changes.
Excellent customer service skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to build effective working relationships with other state agencies.
Strong organizational and time management skills to independently manage competing priorities and meet statutory deadlines.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of the Sustainable Forest Incentive Act (SFIA), including statutes, policies, eligibility requirements, and administrative procedures.
Knowledge of Minnesota property tax laws.
Experience with GIS mapping tools used to review parcels and acreage.
Experience reading legal descriptions.
Experience in process improvement methods to streamline administrative workflows.
Ability to interpret and summarize laws and bills clearly and concisely.
Experience in GenTax.
Physical Requirements
Ability to work for extended periods at a computer.
Ability to participate in meetings, trainings, and presentations, both virtually and in person.
General office mobility.
Additional Requirements
As part of an offer of employment, a fingerprint-based background check will be conducted in accordance with IRS Publication 1075. This will include, but is not limited to, verification of degrees and licensures, state and federal criminal history checks, and a review of tax filing and payment history. All individual income tax filing and payment obligations must be current prior to interviewing for this position.
Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status). The Department of Revenue is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. MDOR does not participate in E-Verify.
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.
