Engagement Coordinator for Modernization - State Program Administrator Principal

Engagement Coordinator for Modernization

Job Class : State Program Administrator Principal

Agency : Children Youth & Families Dept

Location : St. Paul

Telework Eligible : Yes

Full / Part Time : Full-Time

Regular / Temporary : Unlimited

Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers. This vacancy is open for bids and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Bidders will be considered through 12 / 01 / 25.

Date Posted : 11 / 25 / 2025

Closing Date : 12 / 15 / 2025

Hiring Agency / Seniority Unit : Children Youth & Families Dept / DCYF Central Office MAPE

Division / Unit : DCY - Central Office / CCWIS Modernization

Work Shift : Day Shift

Work Hours : 8 : 00am - 4 : 30pm

Days of Work : Monday - Friday

Travel Required : Yes, up to 15%

Salary Range : $32.40 - $47.76 / hourly; $67,651 - $99,722 / 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 : Yes

The Department of Children, Youth, and Families is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DCYF 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.

Telework (within Minnesota or neighboring states) and flexible hours options are available.

The Strategy and Technology Office is hiring an Engagement Coordinator for Modernization. This role coordinates and leads Minnesota's full spectrum of engagement and outreach activities related to CCWIS compliance and system redesign. By managing strategic messaging, building inclusive communication infrastructure, and facilitating advisory opportunities, the coordinator ensures transparency, alignment, and shared understanding in CCWIS modernization. Through a collaborative leadership approach, the position reinforces connections with :

• Counties, combined agencies, and American Indian Child Welfare Initiative tribes
• DCYF, DHS, MDH, MDE divisions, MNIT, and legacy SSIS teams

This position also drives the creation of structured feedback loops that foster trust, support continuous improvement, and allow modernization plans to evolve responsively. Ultimately, the Engagement Coordinator ensures that statewide input informs and influences the development of a system that is efficient, effective, economical, and grounded in user needs. This position will support the ongoing engagement and communication that will ultimately lead to successful development and implementation of Minnesota's CCWIS.

Responsibilities include :

Minimum Qualifications

Three (3) years of experience coordinating engagement and communications strategies supporting social services delivery. Experience must include the following :

Applicants who meet the above experience requirements will be further evaluated based on the following during the interview process :

Preferred Qualifications

Additional Requirements : It is the policy of the Department of Children, Youth, and Families that the individual selected for this position successfully complete a background investigation prior to employment, that may include the following components :

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.