Fellow - Planner

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* Working Title:

Fellow*
* ** Job Class:
Planner*
* ** Agency:
Capitol Area Architect*
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** Job ** : 95437

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** Location** :
St. Paul

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** Telework Eligible** :
Yes

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** Full/Part Time** :
Part-Time

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** Regular/Temporary** :
Limited

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** Who May Apply** :
Open to all qualified job seekers

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** Date Posted** : 07/13/2026

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** Closing Date** : 07/27/2026

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** Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** :
Capitol Area Architect / Capitol Area Architect-MAPE

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** Division/Unit** :
Capitol Area Arch & Plg Board / Capitol Area Arch & Plg Board

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** Work Shift/Work Hours** :
Day shift/up to 20 hours per week

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** Days of Work** :
Monday - Friday

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** Travel Required** :
No

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** Salary Range:**  $24.40 - $35.30 / hourly

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** Classified Status** :
Unclassified

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** Bargaining Unit/Union** : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

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** End Date** :
Up to one year

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** FLSA Status** :
Nonexempt

+ Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./connect
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No

** 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.

This position is a one-year opportunity in commemorative artwork and historic artwork analysis, community-based planning and stakeholder communications. The 'Fellow' will provide direct assistance to CAAPB Principal Planner and Executive Secretary in the Commemorative Works addition/modification/removal processes for several Commemorative Works that are currently under review or nearing submittal lowing the newly adopted Commemorative Works Rules (  ) the Fellow will develop a  
** stakeholder*
* ** communications plan**  - which is a guide for review of applications (including flow chart, communications plan and typical timelines, etc.) and checklist of best practices and strategies to most effectively engage applicants, stakeholders and community in the new Commemorative Works Rules process. This work will also result in development in an  
** applicant's guide
** that will guide individuals and groups through the addition/modification/removal review pathways. The Fellow will also work towards achieving steps towards implementation of the Capitol Mall Design Framework's siting policy for works on campus, which guides thematic groupings and locations of works on campus.

** This is a part-time temporary position working 10-20 hours a week anticipated to last up to one year.*
* This position is eligible for a hybrid telework agreement. With a telework agreement, onsite attendance will be required for team members or as requested by management to meet business needs. Completion of a telework agreement will be required. Please review the Telework Policy ()  for details.

** Minimum Qualifications*
* ** Candidates will have a minimum of one year of experience which could include coursework or internships that demonstrate experience and/or proficiency in:*
* + Urban Planning, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Historical Research, Sustainability Practices, Geographical Information Systems (GIS), Urban Design or related field.

+ Public process experience

+ Management or use of e-mail based and social media tools (personal or professional experience)

** Minimum qualifications assessed at interview:*
* + Ability to write and communicate information in a way that is clear and accessible to all audiences.

+ Ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.

+ Ability to learn new software quickly.

** Preferred Qualifications*
* + Software experience to include Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, Adobe InDesign and Sketch Up Pro and Sketch Up Layout

+ Knowledge or experience with Architectural, urban design, planning best practices (such as skills related to sustainable land use planning, development and building design)

+ Commemorative Works experience

+ Art history and public art history experience, research and/or studies

** Physical Requirements*
* Work performed is primarily sedentary in nature, working at a computer, with some moving throughout the building as necessary for job duties. Requires occasional moving or transporting of items such as file folders, laptops, and light weight boxes.

** Additional Requirements*
* Successful applicants must pass a criminal background check through American Data Bank and employment reference checks prior to employment. A criminal history does not automatically disqualify an applicant, and each case will be reviewed individually in alignment with fair hiring processes.

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