Minnesota Youth Council Manager

The Minnesota Youth Council (MYC) is a statutorily created collaborative of 36 youth leaders across Minnesota who build leadership skills and mobilize their fellow middle and high school peers to create equitable systems through youth-led outreach, education, and advocacy. The Minnesota Youth Council Manager coordinates and implements all activities of the Minnesota Youth Council and provides direct support to the individual student Representatives on the Council. This position also manages and facilitates the MYC’s partnership with the Minnesota Legislature, Governor, and state agencies to ensure and expand the voice and influence of youth in state government.

The ideal candidate for this position will exemplify success working with diverse groups of young people (middle and high school-aged students), and have excellent communication skills, high attention to detail, strong computer and organizational skills, and an ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines.

Primary Role and Responsibilities

Program Management

• Ensure success in the supervision, management, and delivery of the Minnesota Youth Council program, including recruitment and retention of 36 youth council members from across the state;
• Manage program budget and support/collaborate on MYC fundraising activities and events;
• In collaboration with the Lead Program Officer, develop and refine MYC training and curriculum development;
• Oversee and participate in all MYC monthly meetings, retreats, and other special events throughout the year;
• Working with the Executive Director and Lead Program Officer, facilitate policy and legislative training and engagement for the MYC members and other youth;
• Working with the Lead People and Operations Officer, develop, implement, and refine practices and procedures specific to MYC expectations, accountability, and incident reporting;
• Review, refine, and implement evaluation efforts to demonstrate the impact of the MYC;
• Develop and implement an advisory council of adult professionals to support and raise awareness of the MYC;
• Support fundraising efforts for the MYC.

Partnership Development and Support

• In collaboration with the Executive Director, strengthen relationships with elected officials, state agencies, the Governor’s office and key stakeholders at a local and state level to gain support for the work of the MYC and youth issues more broadly;
• Pursue new partnership opportunities for the MYC at the community and state level;
• Identify opportunities to engage students statewide, with an emphasis on Greater Minnesota;
• Collaborate with the Alliance’s AmeriCorps program to implement service opportunities and other shared training and events.

Organizational Support

• Supervise and support a team of AmeriCorps Groundwork Fellow(s) and other interns serving with the Minnesota Youth Council;
• Support organizational efforts, projects, and events;
• Contribute to the overall growth and success of the Alliance.

Requirements

• 4-6 years of experience in social services, youth development, public policy, non-profit management, philanthropy, education, or related field
• Education may be substituted for some of the above experience
• Experience working with youth, particularly middle and high school students
• An understanding of the concepts of institutional and structural racism and bias and their impact on underserved and underrepresented communities
• Interest and understanding of the Minnesota legislative process and key players
• Strong commitment to the Alliance's core values
• Understanding of intergenerational dynamics and working in cross-generational settings
• Ability to shift focus in response to evolving organizational needs
• Presentation and facilitation skills
• Project management and analytical capabilities
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to collaborate and build relationships
• Strong organizational skills that reflect ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly with excellent attention to detail
• Comfortable navigating and utilizing online meetings and social media platforms (including Google Classroom and Asana)
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends
• Ability to perform sedentary work as required

Typical Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Able to work at a computer for up to 8 hours per day
• Able to work in an environment that is quiet but with many people demanding attention
• Able to frequently stand, walk, sit, and climb in performing duties in the office and for onsite and offsite meetings and events
• Able to maintain regular operation of normal office machines (telephone, computer, copier, and other office machines) is required
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Able to work evenings and weekends for meetings and events, including quarterly overnight retreats
• Able to travel to community partner locations in the Twin Cities metro area and Greater MN

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range is $50,000 - $60,000, plus an excellent benefit package—40 hours per week/52 weeks per year. Office located in St Paul, MN - Hybrid Work schedule is available.

To apply, interested candidates must complete a cover letter and resume and provide three references. Please send all required materials electronically to Kita Yang at kyang@mnyouth.net and include in the subject line MYC Manager. The priority application deadline is Friday, March 28, 2025, but will remain open until filled. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis. No phone calls, please. To learn more about the Minnesota Alliance With Youth, visit our website at www.mnyouth.net.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Evenings as needed
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Commute:

• Saint Paul, MN 55114 (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Saint Paul, MN 55114

Salary : $50,000 - $60,000