What are the responsibilities and job description for the Invasive Carp Contracts Coordinator - Grants Specialist Intermediate position at State of Minnesota?
Working Title : Invasive Carp Contracts Coordinator
Job Class : Grants Specialist Intermediate
Agency : MN Department of Natural Resources
Job ID : 83478
Location : St. Paul
Telework Eligible : Yes
Full / Part Time : Full-Time
Regular / Temporary : Temporary
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 2 / 6 / 2025
Closing Date : 2 / 26 / 2025
Hiring Agency / Seniority Unit : Department of Natural Resources
Division / Unit : Ecological & Water Resources
Work Shift / Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : Yes, occasional
Salary Range : $26.95 - $39.34 / hourly; $56,271 - $82,141 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit / Union : 214 - MN Association of Professional Employees / MAPE
End Date : 8 / 6 / 2027
FLSA Status : Nonexempt
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities () : No
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.
The purpose of this position is to support the DNR’s work to prevent and manage invasive carp through administering contracts and other agreements. Such contracts and agreements may include professional / technical contracts, subawards, and interagency agreements. This position will also assist with invasive carp program grants and purchasing. This position will comply with agency policies, procedures, and expectations; support fiscal integrity; and provide a high level of customer service for internal and external customers. Responsibilities include :
Contract administration : Administer and coordinate contracts related to invasive carp prevention and management, including but not limited to contracting for an invasive carp deterrent on the Mississippi River, commercial fishing and invasive carp removal, and egg and larval fish identification.
Grant support : Provide technical support to federal and state grants awarded to the DNR related to invasive carp prevention and management and administer subgrants.
Purchasing support : Administer purchases to support invasive carp prevention and management and other invasive species activities as assigned.
This position has a flexible work arrangement and may be eligible to telework on a full or part-time basis which is subject to change. If approved, the employee would be required to complete an annual telework agreement.
Minimum Qualifications
Two (2) years of professional experience supporting grant programs, budgets, contracts, payments, and financial monitoring. A bachelor’s degree may substitute for one year of professional experience.
Experience with data management systems and financial reporting systems.
Experience monitoring compliance activities or using grant management tools.
Interpersonal skills to cultivate professional networks, build consensus, resolve conflicts, and effectively collaborate with internal and external customers to accomplish common objectives.
Ability to analyze financial reports, review budgets, and recommend solutions to procedural and operational problems.
Project management skills sufficient to effectively plan, budget, track, coordinate, oversee contracts and grants, and direct resources available to meet program and project needs.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite including the use of advanced features in Excel.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in the non-profit or government sectors.
Demonstrated experience leading grant programs, budgets, contracts, payments, and financial monitoring.
Experience contributing to or leading the development of annual or semi-annual funding or grant summary reports.
Additional Requirements
Applicants must have the ability to meet the physical requirements and work in the environmental conditions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
It is policy of the Department of Natural Resources that all candidates submit to a background check prior to employment. All job offers are contingent upon passing the following components :
Employment Reference Check
SEMA4 Records Check
Criminal History Check
Conflict of Interest Review
Education / license verification
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.
Salary : $56,271 - $82,141
