American Indian Education Aid Specialist - State Prog Admin Intermediate

Working Title: American Indian Education Aid Specialist

Job Class: State Program Administrator, Intermediate

Agency: Education Department

• Job : 95143
• Location: Minneapolis
• Telework Eligible: Yes - up to 50%
• Full/Part Time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
• Who May Apply: Open to bidders and all qualified job seekers. Bidders will be considered through 7/14/2026.
• Date Posted: 07/03/2026
• Closing Date: 07/23/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Education Department / MDE-Central Office-MAPE
• Division/Unit: Education-St Paul / American Indian Education
• Work Shift/
  
  Work Hours:
  
  Day Shift
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $25.67 - $37.26 / hourly; $53,598 - $77,798 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
• FLSA Status: Nonexempt
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./connect
  700/)

CURRENT permanent-classified MDE employees represented by MAPE who are eligible for interest bidding for the position should consult Article 16, Vacancies, Filling of Positions, Section 3, Job Posting and Interest Bidding, of their negotiated agreement. In order to be considered for the position as an interest bidder your application must be received by the "Closed for Bid" date listed above AND you must email hr.recruiting.mde.us

with your intent to bid.

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.

As the American Indian Education Aid Specialist, you will have a key role in managing application and review processes for a variety of programs that enable American Indian students to receive the support they need to thrive in K-12 and postsecondary environments. In this role, you will focus on providing outreach to school districts, assisting with questions, and verifying that programming follows regulations.

Duties include:

• Managing and reviewing American Indian Education Program Plans;
• Managing applications for the Title VI programming;
• Managing applications for the Impact Aid program;
• Managing the Ethel Curry Scholarship application and awards.
• This position has a focus on outreach to school districts, assisting with questions, and verifying that programming is in compliance with regulations.
• Provide support to the Program and Compliance Monitor in analyzing data, and providing recommendations on additional programming needs that should be addressed.

Position is eligible for hybrid telework. Employees living within 50 miles of the office location listed above 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.

Please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicate the beginning and ending month and year for each job held. Only applicants whose resumes clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for this position.

One (1) year of professional experience managing grant processes, American Indian Education programming/instruction, or general education programming.

OR

Three (3) years of professional experience providing administrative support duties for grant processes, American Indian Education programming/instruction, or general education programming.

* A bachelor's or master's degree may substitute for 1 year of professional experience.

• Experience with data analysis;
• Experience providing tribal consultation under ESSA;
• Experience utilizing and applying American Indian statutes, laws, and policies;
• Experience working with tribal governments.

A job offer will be contingent upon successfully passing a background check. The background check may consist of the following components:

• SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and former state employees only)
• Employment Reference Check
• Conflict of Interest Review
• Driver's License Check Criminal Background Check

The Minnesota Department of Education will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US.

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified…