Assistant Director of COMPASS - State Prog Admin Manager Sr

Job Details

• Working Title:
  
  Assistant Director of COMPASS
• Job Class:
  State Program Administrator, Manager Senior
• Agency:
  Education Department
• Job
• Location:
  
  Minneapolis
• Telework Eligible:
  Yes - up to 50%
• Full/Part Time:
  Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary:
  Unlimited
• Who May Apply:
  Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 06/25/2026
• Closing Date: 07/15/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit:
  Education Department / MDE-CO-Managerial
• Division/Unit:
  Education-St Paul / Off of Educational Opportunity
• Work Shift/
  
  Work Hours:
  
  Day Shift
• Days of Work:
  Monday
  - Friday
• Travel Required:
  
  No
• Salary Range: $44.03 - $63.35 / hourly; $91,934 - $132,274 / annually
• Classified Status:
  Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 220 - Manager/Unrep
• FLSA Status:
  Exempt
  - Executive
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities:
  Yes

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 is committed to equity and inclusion, investing in employees through benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

In this position, you will co‑lead the COMPASS division and ensure alignment across the COMPASS units to the MnMTSS Framework.

This 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 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.

• 6 years of experience in a district or school or school improvement leadership role
• A bachelor’s or master’s degree and 5 years of experience in a district or school or school improvement leadership role

• Past supervisor or managerial experience
• Experience hosting career conversations with team members and providing feedback during performance reviews
• Ability to operate within ambiguous situations

• Experience with school improvement
• Experience managing a budget
• Supervisory experience

• Background check: 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

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Low‑cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
  • Fertility care, including IVF
  • Diabetes care
  • Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
• 6 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 to provide support for your family in the event of death
• Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Tax‑free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well‑being

• Training, classes, and professional development
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website )

• A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well‑being, or job performance
• Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
• Daily Living/Convenience Services:
  Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care

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