American Indian Education Aid Specialist - State Prog Admin Intermediate

American Indian Education Aid Specialist

Job Class:
State Program Administrator, Intermediate. Agency:
Education Department.

Location:

Minneapolis.

• Managing and reviewing American Indian Education Program Plans.
• Managing applications for Title VI programming.
• Managing applications for the Impact Aid program.
• Managing the Ethel Curry Scholarship application and awards.
• Outreach to school districts, assisting with questions, and verifying that programming complies with regulations.
• Providing support to the Program and Compliance Monitor in analyzing data and recommending additional programming needs.

• One (1) year of professional experience managing grant processes, American Indian Education programming/instruction, or general education programming.
• Articulation of experience: either
• One (1) year of professional experience in the above areas, or
• Three (3) years of professional experience providing administrative support for grant processes and American Indian Education programming/instruction.
• Alternatively, a bachelor’s or master’s degree may substitute for one 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 United States.

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Low‑cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans including fertility care, diabetes care, and dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
• Six weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
• Employer‑paid life insurance
• Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance
• Tax‑free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Resources that promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well‑being
• Training, classes, and professional development support
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility for certain positions
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential work/life support

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran‑friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourage individuals of color, Indigenous communities, LGBTQIA2S+ community members, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related disabilities), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.

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