Online Auction Specialist - State Program Administrator Intermediate Job Arden Hills Minnesota USA,Business

Working Title:

Online Auction Specialist Job Class:
State Program Administrator, Intermediate Agency:
Administration Dept

Location:

Arden Hills
Telework Eligible:
No

Job
Location:

Arden Hills
Telework Eligible:
No
Full/Part Time:
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary:
Unlimited
Who May Apply:
Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted: 10/10/2026
Closing Date: 11/02/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit:
Administration Dept / Administration-MAPE
Division/Unit:
Surplus Services
Work Shift/

Work Hours:

Day Shift
Days of Work:
Monday - Friday
Travel Required:

Yes - up to 5%
Salary Range: $26.12 - $37.91 / hourly; $54,538 - $79,156 / annually
Classified Status:
Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
FLSA Status:
Non-exempt
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities:
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.

Fleet and Surplus Services (FSS) provides support to state agencies, local governments, and other stakeholders/partners. Located in Arden Hills, MN, FSS has two (2) distinct sections/units. Fleet Services leases vehicles to state agencies for official state business. The division's lease program manages vehicle acquisition and disposition, fueling, maintenance, auto insurance, and life-cycle management for more than 2,200 vehicles. Surplus Services assists with the redistribution, reuse, and disposal of state and federal surplus property.

Property is redistributed to eligible donees, which includes state and local governments; nonprofit health and educational organizations; programs for low-income, needy, and homeless persons; and other service groups. Surplus also operates the state's auction program, which sells surplus property to the public via live and online auctions, such as MNbid.mn.gov.

This position works in the Surplus Services section/unit.

We are seeking an Online Auction Specialist to assist with the management of all tasks and responsibilities assigned to the State's auction program. In this multifaceted role, you will coordinate and assist in the design, development, and implementation of the surplus property software applications associated with MNBid and provide continuity with the office administrative specialist. You will provide expertise, training, analysis, and guidance for the surplus property management system and its internal and external customers;

provide information for managerial decision-making; and communicate and respond to inquiries regarding auction items, ensure fair bidding practices, resolve disputes, and process payments for auctioned items. You will also serve as backup to the Auction Manager in their absence.

This position is full-time onsite/in the office. In addition, traveling of up to 5% to other locations may be required to meet business and customer needs.

This position will be required to physically move products, materials, and other surplus items on or around the campus.

Minimum Qualifications

One (1) year of experience in auction operations, e-commerce, asset management, retail management, or a closely related field.
Strong organizational and time management skills to coordinate and schedule items for auction/sale.
Knowledge of computing systems and other office equipment to maintain business applications.
Ability to analyze and interpret material specifications.
Effective communication skills to convey program requirements and conduct trainings.
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