State Prog Admin Intermediate; Program Administrator
Listed on 2026-08-09
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Administrative/Clerical
Government Administration -
Government
Government Administration
Working Title:
Program Administrator
Job Class:
State Program Administrator, Intermediate
- Job
- Location:
St. Paul - Full/Part Time:
Full-Time - Regular/Temporary:
Unlimited - Who May Apply:
Open to all qualified job seekers - Date Posted: 08/01/2026
- Closing Date: 08/14/2026
- Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit:
Commerce Dept / Commerce-MAPE - Division/Unit: EAP Admin
- Work Shift/
Work Hours:
Day Shift - Days of Work:
Monday
- Friday - Travel Required:
Yes
- Up to 5% of the time - 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:
Nonexempt - Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities:
Yes
Working Title:
Program Administrator
Job Class:
State Program Administrator, Intermediate
Agency:
Commerce Department
- Job
- 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: 08/01/2026
- Closing Date: 08/14/2026
- Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit:
Commerce Dept / Commerce-MAPE - Division/Unit: EAP Admin
- Work Shift/
Work Hours:
Day Shift - Days of Work:
Monday
- Friday - Travel Required:
Yes
- Up to 5% of the time - 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:
Nonexempt - 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.
Hybrid work schedule available, up to 50% telework depending on business needs. Telework can be outside of the state of Minnesota if the candidate lives in a state bordering Minnesota and lives 50 miles or less from the primary work location. Primary work location will be the Golden Rule Building in St. Paul.
Internal candidates should contact Commerce Human Resources listed on the job posting with questions.
The Minnesota Energy Assistance Program (EAP) is a federally funded program that helps ensure low‑income Minnesotans have safe, continuous, and affordable home energy. This position is responsible for:
- Coordinating and executing key functions of the Energy Assistance Program (EAP), including annual contracting, EAP Service Provider plan development and review, and EAP’s annual mailing efforts.
- Conducting policy analysis and providing recommendations, developing and carrying out EAP Service Provider training, and providing eHEAT user support.
- Responding to public inquiries about EAP, providing guidance and support to Energy Information Specialists on public inquiries, exercising judgment to route complex questions, and identifying trends to improve program and service delivery.
- Implementing and ensuring compliance with the Energy Assistance Program records retention schedule.
Three (3) years of experience in program administration in a government, human services, or social services setting.
Applicants who meet the above experience will be further evaluated based on the following:
- Experience drafting correspondence, decision memos, and reports for internal and external stakeholders.
- Experience managing projects, tracking program initiatives, and maintaining program documentation to support effective program operations.
- Experience interpreting and applying policies rules, regulations, and/or laws, or conducting research.
- Experience communicating effectively, both orally and in writing, with diverse audiences.
- Demonstrated interpersonal skills sufficient to work effectively with individuals of varying backgrounds and experiences, as well as deescalating difficult conversations.
- A Bachelor's or Advanced degree in Public Administration, Social Work, Social Sciences, or related field.
- Project Management Certificate or experience.
- Experience working with…
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