Job Details

Working Title: Grants Management and Procurement Director - Financial Services Director
Job Class: Financial Services Director
Agency: Corrections Dept

• Job ID: 79441
• Location: St. Paul
• Telework Eligible: Yes - to be determined at the time of hire
• Full/Part Time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 08/16/2024
• Closing Date: 09/06/2024
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Corrections Dept / Corrections-CO-CS-Managerial
• Division/Unit: Corrections - Central Office / DOC Chief Financial Officer
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Any Shift
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $43.38 - $62.41 / hourly; $90,577 - $130,312 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 220 - Manager/Unrep
• FLSA Status: Exempt - Executive
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: 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.

Job Summary

The Department of Corrections’ Office of Financial Management (OFM) compassionately serves stakeholders with exceptional financial management that supports the agency’s larger mission of transforming lives for a safer Minnesota. To cultivate a culture that embodies fiscal integrity, we focus not only on results, but also on values. To help us achieve this goal, we're looking for an individual who has a strong will to drive innovation, the ability to lead varying teams to accomplish strategic goals and objectives, an unwavering eye for compliance, able to ask hard questions to find and implement solutions and maintain an environment of respect and continuous improvement.

As the Grants Management and Procurement Director you'll lead the purchasing, contracting, and grants management functions and provide short- and long-term planning to assure compliance with laws and procedures.

What you will do:

• Work with agency leadership to develop compliance policies and procedures ensuring alignment with state and federal laws, as well as Department of Administration (ADM) and Minnesota Management and Budget (MMB) policies
• Collaborate with the MINNCOR CEO and CFO on the strategic direction of procurement including schedule management, orders, purchases, and logistics
• Lead and manage the development of the agency’s centralized contracts unit to support better customer service
• Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) in consultation with managers and supervisors to measure and monitor the success of procurement and grants management functions

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

To be qualified for and considered for this position, ensure that your resume contains descriptions of your work experiences sufficient for comparison against the requirements stated below and indicate the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

• Four (4) years of grants and/or procurement experience in a leadership capacity
  
  • Leadership experience can include experience as a supervisor, lead worker, team lead, project lead, or completion of a State of Minnesota leadership program (e.g., ELI or SLI), or comparable leadership program
  • A Master's degree in a related field may substitute for 18 months of experience, a Bachelor's degree may substitute for one (1) year of experience
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to establish working relationships with diverse customers

Preferred Qualifications

The following qualifications are strongly desired of applicants seeking consideration for this position:

• An advanced degree in accounting, finance, business administration, public administration, or a related field
• Experience establishing procurement or grant procedures and/or policies
• Knowledge of federal and state procurement and grants management laws
• Experience with supplier partnerships, contracts, terms and conditions, and business acumen

A cover letter, no longer than one (1) page, explaining your interest in the position, any information regarding your skills, qualifications, accomplishments, etc. is preferred at the time of application.

Physical Requirements

The selected finalist is required to review and sign a Physical Demands Analysis (PDA) for this position and may be required to complete a tuberculosis screening prior to hire. For a copy of the PDA, please email Ali Baumgart at alicia.baumgart@state.mn.us

Additional Requirements

The selection process may include screening the top candidate(s) on their criminal history, predatory offender registration, offender associations and/or other applicable background information in accordance with Department of Corrections’ policy. Top candidate(s) must pass a criminal history check which includes successful completion of all sentencing and/or restitution requirements of law enforcement jurisdictions, including probation.

Employment history/reference checks, including incidents of sexual harassment, will also be conducted on the top candidate(s) in accordance with Department of Corrections’ policy. This may include a review of job performance and discipline records.

New employees will be fingerprinted within the first 30 days of employment.

Application Details

How to Apply

Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.

Contact

If you have questions about this position, contact Alicia Baumgart at alicia.baumgart@state.mn.us or 651-361-7307.

To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Alicia Baumgart at alicia.baumgart@state.mn.us.

About Corrections Dept

Go from a job to a meaningful career with the Minnesota Department of Corrections where we work to transform lives for a safer Minnesota! We hold people responsible for the offenses they commit while giving them the tools they need to succeed as they transition back to our communities. These people may be incarcerated in our correctional facilities or be under our supervision in the community. No matter a person’s custody status, our mindset is the same: a person’s path to rejoining the community starts on the day they begin serving their sentence. Become part of this mindset by joining our team! With the DOC you will find many promotional opportunities, great State of Minnesota benefits, competitive pay, free parking, and workout facilities at most locations.

Working together to improve the state we love.

What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?

• A sense of purpose in their work
• Connection with their coworkers and communities
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Benefits

As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.

Your benefits may include:

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
  • Fertility care, including IVF
  • Diabetes care
  • Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
• Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being

Support to help you reach your career goals:

• Training, classes, and professional development
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:

• A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
• Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
• Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.

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 job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and let us know the support you need.