**Working Title: Strategic Excellence Manager** **Job Class: State Program Administrator, Manager** **Agency: Minnesota Management & Budget** + **Job ID** : 86739 + **Location** : St. Paul + **Telework Eligible** : Yes + **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time + **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited + **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers + **Date Posted** : 06/07/2025 + **Closing Date** : 06/27/2025 + **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Minnesota Management & Budget + **Division/Unit** : Office of Inclusion + **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day + **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday + **Travel Required** : No + **Salary Range:** $40.26 - $58.20 / hourly; $84,062 - $121,521 / annually + **Classified Status** : Classified + **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 220 - Manager/Unrep + **FLSA Status** : Exempt - Administrative + 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. Minnesota Management and Budget (MMB) is seeking a Strategic Excellence Manager in the Office of Inclusion (OOI) to implement enterprise equity and inclusion efforts, prioritizing projects related to strategic priorities and the One Minnesota Plan. This position will work closely with agency leaders to advance equity and inclusion in state agencies, councils, and boards throughout the enterprise. OOI is highly focused on implementing strategies that influence an inclusive internal workforce culture and employee experience from recruitment through retention. Job duties for this position include: + Facilitating the One Minnesota Council meetings on behalf of OOI + Tracking and implementing projects to support enterprise equity and inclusion priorities + Leveraging and managing progress updates across the enterprise to align equity and inclusion work at the agency level with enterprise long-range plan goals + Consulting and advising staff across the enterprise on equity and inclusion goals and priorities + Providing administrative leadership and support to a council of enterprise executives + Supporting the design, coordination, and facilitation of office-managed meetings and special initiatives + Drafting the OOI annual report + Drafting and finalizing the long-range plan annual report, tracking progress toward goals, and preparing quarterly reports on agency equity change plan progress for OOI, the Governor’s Office, and MMB leadership This position is currently eligible for up to 50% hybrid telework to applicants who either reside in Minnesota **or** a bordering state and within fifty (50) miles of the work location. **Minimum Qualifications** + Four (4) years of experience* managing projects for complex organizational systems, change management, and/or continuous improvement + Experience designing, planning, and implementing organizational diversity and inclusion initiatives + Leadership skills sufficient to build and manage organizational projects and stakeholder relationships and influence decision makers + Ability to create and implement strategic goals and provide effective DEI solutions + Communication and interpersonal skills sufficient to provide clear, respectful, and timely answers to a variety of audiences; explain technical information in a simplified manner; and facilitate presentations and discussions + Organizational skills to manage several concurrent projects with multiple state agencies and multitask in a fast-paced environment + Demonstrated respect for diversity and a deep commitment to fostering an inclusive and collaborative work environment. *A bachelor’s degree in sociology, business management, project management, public administration, communications, or planning may substitute for one (1) year of experience; a master’s degree in a similar field may substitute for eighteen (18) months of experience. **Preferred Qualifications** MMB values diverse perspectives and encourages all qualified candidates to apply, even if they do not meet 100% of the preferred qualifications. Your unique skills and background might be just what we need! + Two (2) years of experience advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism initiatives within an organization + Formal project management training or certificate + Experience with project management software, such as Microsoft Planner or Asana + Experience planning and facilitating senior leadership meetings + Experience drafting executive-level reports + Self-motivated and growth mindset to work independently and continue learning about project management, DEI efforts, and other related topics + Outgoing and friendly demeanor to foster welcoming and inclusive group collaboration and a supportive culture **Additional Requirements** Minnesota Management and Budget will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and a criminal background check prior to appointment. A criminal history does not automatically disqualify candidates, and each case will be reviewed individually on a case-by-case basis and in alignment with fair and equitable 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.