Senior Project Developer / Planning Director State

Senior Project Developer

Job Class : Planning Director State

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 10 / 17 / 25 date. Please note that to be considered a bidder, you must be a permanent, non-probationary DCYF employee in the same job classification as the position posted.

Closing Date : 10 / 24 / 2025

Division / Unit : DCYF / Operations / Grants & Contracts

Work Shift : Day Shift

Work Hours : 8 : 00 AM - 4 : 30 PM

Days of Work : Monday - Friday

Travel Required : No

Salary Range : $37.26 - $55.42 / hourly; $77,798 - $115,716 / annually

Bargaining Unit / Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl / MAPE

FLSA Status : Exempt - Administrative

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 and flexible hours options are available. Employees that live 50 miles or less from their primary / principal work location and live within the State may telework more than 50% with approval.

• Employees may telework outside the state of Minnesota if they live in a state bordering Minnesota and live 50 miles or less from the primary / principal work location. See policy for additional information.

This position exists to support DCYF's Office of Grants and Contracts (OGC) efforts in continuous improvement and innovation. This position is a subject matter expert in project management, continuous improvement (CI), project leadership, data analysis, training, and various technologies and applies that expertise to lead improvement initiatives, mentor others, create and deliver dynamic training, and design and maintain technology leveraged by the office and division. This position solves the most complex problems and leads the most sensitive and challenging projects within the office.

This position will also lead statewide strategic planning and innovation initiatives that shape DCYF policy, operations, and long-term goals. Facilitates cross-agency collaboration to develop integrated planning frameworks, drive continuous improvement, and ensure alignment with legislative mandates and public priorities. Serves as a senior advisor to executive leadership on planning methodologies, risk mitigation, and systemic transformation

Responsibilities include :

Lead complex improvement and innovation projects across OGC

Develop and deliver CI training and mentorship to DCYF OGC staff

Serve as OGC data communication expert

Serve as OGC management liaison and representative of DCYF OGC

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, day and year for each job held.

4 years of advanced experience in project management and coordinating the implementation of project objectives ensuring risk mitigation and systemic improvement. Experience must demonstrate :

Expertise in process improvement project planning, and connecting project objectives to organization goals, with a focus on driving systemic change and eliminating disparities to improve outcomes.

Experience leading cross-functional teams by fostering collaboration, using diplomatic skills to navigate diverse perspectives, and aligning stakeholders with organizational goals.

Strong interpersonal, facilitation, and communication skills; ability to communicate clearly and professionally both verbally and in writing; ability to respond openly to requests and concerns; experience translating technical information into plain language for a variety of audiences.

Proficiency in using data and metrics to drive decision-making, evaluate the effectiveness of internal systems, and implement improvements.

Evaluating, designing, and improving business processes and procedures.

Formal training or certification in project management and continuous improvement tools or methodologies.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business, Systems Development, Project Management, or related field

Extensive experience multiple cross-functional projects in a public-sector environment.

Certified in Project Management Professional (PMP)

Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

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 :

Reference check

Criminal Background check

Fingerprinting check (MNJIS / CJIS)

Personnel File Review : current and former public sector employees.

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.