AGENCY: EDUCATION DEPARTMENT

• Job ID: 85156
• Location: Minneapolis
• Telework Eligible: Yes *Telework arrangements may be possible. You will discuss your preferences and requirements of the position and complete a telework agreement. Employees do need to reside in MN or a border state and may need to report to the office on a periodic basis.
• Full/Part Time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Bid Open Date: 03/31/2025
• Bid Close Date: 04/07/2025
• Date Posted: 03/31/2025
• Closing Date: 04/10/2025
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Education Department / MDE-Inc MAEF/MBOT-AFSCME
• Division/Unit: Education-St Paul / Literacy Team
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Not Applicable Shift
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $21.90 - $29.65 / hourly; $45,727 - $61,909 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 206 - Clerical/AFSCME
• Work Area: (Required for AFSCME)
• FLSA Status: Nonexempt
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes
  CURRENT permanent non-probationary classified employees represented by AFSCME, Council 5 who are interested in bidding for the position should consult, Article 12, Vacancies, Filling of Positions, Section 6, Eligibility for Bidding, of their negotiated agreement.

JOB SUMMARY

This position provides comprehensive administrative and technical support to the Office of Teaching & Learning, with a focus on assisting the Directors and staff of the Literacy Unit and Early Education Division. The role ensures compliance with division and unit policies, procedures, and guidelines, enabling staff to carry out their responsibilities efficiently and effectively. Key responsibilities include offering operational support, project planning, communication, and implementation; creating and maintaining systems for managing division records, contracts, grants, budgets, and data; delivering consistent, high-quality assistance to both internal and external stakeholders; coordinating logistics for large meetings; and performing additional tasks as needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to use customer service skills on the phone, in person, and online to provide effective general and specialized office support; including excellent written and verbal communications skills and abilities;
• Knowledge of and skill in the use of Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, and MS Teams)
• Skill in data entry sufficient to receive and review source documents, perform data entry, compare documents to database information, and edit, code, and correct documents, search and retrieve data from data systems, create data documents and forms, design templates, perform data queries, grant database/data systems entry and reporting access and capabilities; and
• Skill in word processing sufficient to provide a team of professional staff with high-quality word-processing needs including preparing memos, reports, newsletters, invoices, financial statements, labels and other documents with minimal error.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Two (2) years of paraprofessional, clerical or technical experience.
• Web accessibility experience.
• Administrative/Executive support experience

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

A job offer will be contingent upon successfully passing a background check. The background check may consist of the following components:

• SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and former state employees only)
• Employment Reference Check
• Conflict of Interest Review

The Minnesota Department of Education will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US.

ABOUT EDUCATION DEPARTMENT

The Minnesota Department of Education’s mission is ensuring every child receives a quality education, no matter their race or zip code. Following our guiding principles of collaboration, leadership and equity we focus on leadership, support and partnership to school districts, charter schools, libraries and other stakeholders.

APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES

Minnesota state agencies make reasonable accommodations to their employees and applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in searching or applying for jobs with the State of Minnesota, call the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and let us know the support you need

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.