**Working Title: State Program Administration Director** **Job Class: State Program Administrator, Director** **Agency: Revenue Department** + **Job ID** : 86834 + **Location** : St. Paul + **Telework Eligible** : Yes, Hybrid + **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time + **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited + **Who May Apply** : This vacancy is open for all qualified job seekers. + **Date Posted** : 06/17/2025 + **Closing Date** : 06/30/2025 + **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Revenue Dept / Revenue (inc Assesors)-MMA + **Division/Unit** : Tax Research / Tax Research-Sales/Excise Tax + **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift + **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday + **Travel Required** : No + **Salary Range:** $37.60 - $54.16 / hourly; $78,508 - $113,086 / annually + **Classified Status** : Classified + **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 216 - Middle Management Association/MMA + **FLSA Status** : Exempt - Executive + 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 Minnesota Department of Revenue is seeking an experienced and strategic researcher to lead a team of professionals focused on tax policy, revenue forecasting, and data analysis related to sales and excise taxes. This supervisory role is central to the design and delivery of high-impact research projects that inform tax policy decisions and revenue estimates for the State of Minnesota. As a leader in the Tax Research Division, you will oversee the development of complex economic and tax policy analyses, manage project timelines and staff of 6-8 people, and ensure the integrity and accuracy of forecasting methodologies and data models. You will also serve as a key liaison to external stakeholders, including the Governor’s Office, state legislators, other state agencies, and the public, translating complex findings into actionable insights and recommendations. This position offers a unique opportunity to influence state tax policy, guide a team of highly skilled professionals, and contribute to the state’s fiscal and economic decision-making at the highest level. _This position is eligible for hybrid telework. Effective June 1, employees living within 50 miles of the office will be required to work in the office at least 50% of the time each month. Employees may reside outside the state of Minnesota if they live in a state bordering Minnesota and are within 50 miles of the primary work location._ _Existing employees who were approved to telework from a bordering state and more than 50 miles from their work location before June 1, 2025, may retain this arrangement unless they move farther away._ **Minimum Qualifications** + Four (4) * years of professional economic or tax research. + Two (2) years of experience as a lead worker, project leader or supervisor. *A degree in economics, statistics, or a related field as determined by the agency may substitute for experience as follows: an associate degree may substitute for six (6) months of experience; bachelor’s degree may substitute for one (1) year of experience; master’s degree may substitute for eighteen (18) months of experience; or a PhD may substitute for twenty-four (24) months of experience. **Preferred Qualifications** + Experience with research programs and procedures, revenue estimating techniques, and forecasting methodology + Experience with tax and statistical databases, models, and systems for Minnesota sales and excise taxes + Experience coordinating and reviewing data analysis for legislative and budget proposals + Experience communicating complex topics to stakeholders with a broad range of expertise **Physical Requirements** Requires occasional moving of articles such as boxes and laptop computer. **Additional Requirements** Prior to an offer of employment, a background check will be conducted. This will include, but is not limited to checking degrees and licensures, criminal history, and tax filing and payment history. All individual income tax filing and payment obligations must be current prior to interviewing for this position. Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status). 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.