Facility Lease Specialist

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$69,906.00/yr - $/yr

This position exists primarily to lead coordination among internal DEED divisions in support of the financial and administrative responsibilities shared among programs throughout the agency, including the Minnesota Career Force system infrastructure. They will create an agency-wide, interdisciplinary structure and policies to ensure effective and efficient management of shared responsibilities. The position is responsible for ensuring compliance with all program-specific and other relevant laws and regulations;

as well as with all DEED policies and procedures. The position is also responsible for leading the development and implementation of agency-wide policies and practices relating to financial and administrative responsibilities that are shared across many DEED divisions. This position will provide technical assistance to all DEED divisions regarding all facets of shared financial and administrative responsibilities.

This position is telework eligible. Staff are provided with the tools and equipment to be successful in a virtual work environment. Please note, the telework policy could change with notice based on business needs.

This posting may be used to fill multiple positions.

Three (3) years
* of experience leading work across disciplines through collaboration with colleagues and stakeholders in accordance with rules and regulations.

* Bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration, grant management, financial management or other closely related field as determined by the agency may substitute one (1) year of experience; master's degree substitutes for eighteen (18) months of experience;
PhD substitutes for twenty-four (24) months of experience

• Ability to analyze and interpret complex fiscal reports and records for adherence and conformance to federal laws, state statutes, and department policies.
• Skills in budget and project management to provide fiscal and administrative support to the department.
• Communications skills to create reports, procedures, provide technical assistance, and make presentations.
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite products (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, PowerPoint, etc.) or similar software.
• Human relations skills including ability to negotiate, collaborate, build and maintain positive working relationships with stakeholders.
• Skill in organization to manage workload, competing priorities and still meet strict deadlines.

• 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

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

Mid-Senior level

Full-time

Finance, Project Management, and Administrative

Government Administration