**Working Title: Contracts, Investigation Services, and Licensing Specialist** **Job Class: State Program Administrator Senior** **Agency: MN Racing Commission** + **Job ID** : 87803 + **Location** : Columbus, MN + **Telework Eligible** : Yes + **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time + **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited + **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers + **Date Posted** : 07/25/2025 + **Closing Date** : 08/08/2025 + **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Minnesota Racing Commission + **Division/Unit** : Minnesota Racing Commission / Columbus Office + **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift + **Days of Work** :Monday - Friday; will vary in the summer with occasional evenings and weekends. + **Travel Required** : No + **Salary Range:** $27.84 - $40.82 / hourly; $58,129 - $85,232 / annually + **Classified Status** : Classified + **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 214- MN Association of Professional Employees + **FLSA Status** : Nonexempt + Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : 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. The MN Racing Commission is looking for their next Contracts, Investigation Services, and Licensing Specialist! This position manages the agency’s contracting processes, assists with investigation services and licensing, and provides administrative support to the agency. This position consults with all levels of agency personnel and drafts contracts and contracting-related documents and develops and delivers reports. This position will also be responsible for supporting investigation services working with MRC Investigators, assisting the Executive Director, Deputy Director, General Counsel, and Investigator(s) in licensing, investigation, and enforcement of Minnesota Racing Commission statutes and rules regarding pari-mutuel horse racing and pari-mutuel wagering, and maintaining external communications relative to MRC license applications and license holders for purposes of conducting comprehensive background investigations and ensuring compliance with statutes, MRC rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. This position assists in the administration of the class “C” licensing function of MRC to assure prompt and accurate issuance of licenses. **Minimum Qualifications** **One (1) year of experience performing one or more of the following duties:** + Contract and/or grant administration or a closely related field to include drafting, negotiating, providing guidance and/or training on contracts. + Experience in investigative practices and techniques, including report writing, document and/or evidence management and reviews. **Applicants who meet the above requirements will be further assessed on the following:** 1. Skills in investigative interviewing techniques sufficient to effectively and ethically collect evidence from witnesses, complainants, respondents, victims, and third-party sources. 2. Skills in verbal and written communication and presentation sufficient to create and present clear, well-organized, accurate, and grammatically correct reports to decision makers and to competently testify in legal proceedings. 3. Communication skills including writing, speaking, and schedule coordination skills. 4. Analytical skills to evaluate the impact of statutory and regulatory changes and make recommendations. 5. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite including Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, and Microsoft Excel. An associate’s degree in business, criminal justice, or related field or related field of study may substitute for 6 months of experience. **Preferred Qualifications** + Bachelor’s degree or higher in business, criminal justice, or related field or related field of study. + Experience working in a compliance agency. + Experience with the Statewide Integrated Financial Tools (SWIFT). + Knowledge of state and federal laws, rules, regulations, executive orders, procedures regarding contract administration. **Additional Requirements** To be considered for this position you must submit a resume and cover letter with your application providing details of your experience and qualifications. Must pass the background check required for all employees of the Minnesota Racing Commission. This position requires successful completion of an employment reference check. A criminal history does not automatically disqualify an applicant, and each case will be reviewed individually in alignment with fair hiring practices. 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.