Project and Grant Management Assistant - Student Worker Paraprofessional Senior at Minnesota De

Position: Project and Grant Management Assistant - Student Worker Paraprofessional Senior at Minnesota De[...]

Project and Grant Management Assistant - Student Worker Paraprofessional Senior job at Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development. Saint Paul, MN.

The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) is the State of Minnesota's principal economic development agency. DEED's mission is simple: to empower the growth of the Minnesota economy, for everyone. We are driven to find talented and innovative public servants, motivated by the opportunity to serve businesses, people, and the greater good. At DEED you will join a diverse team, inspired by challenging work and united by shared values that guide our work every day.

We live our values by focusing on the customer, communicating early and often, seeking solutions, creating inclusion, encouraging new ideas, and being gracious. DEED is a Beyond the Yellow Ribbon agency and committed to proactively supporting service‑members, veterans, and military families. DEED offers great employment opportunities with a meaningful mission to truly make a difference in the lives of those under our care and for those in communities throughout Minnesota.

Working Title:
Project and Grant Management Assistant
Job Class:
Student Worker Para Professional Senior
Agency:
Department of Employment and Economic Development

• Job
• Location:
  
  St. Paul
• Telework Eligible:
  Yes, may be eligible for some telework
• Full/Part Time:
  Part‑Time
• Regular/Temporary:
  Limited
• Who May Apply:
  Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 11/15/2025
• Closing Date: 12/05/2025
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit:
  Department of Employment and Economic Development - AFSCME
• Division/Unit:
  Workforce Development
• Work Shift/
  
  Work Hours:
  
  Day Shift, Work hours will be finalized upon hire
• Days of Work:
  Monday - Friday
• Travel Required:
  
  No
• Salary Range: $19.85 - $23.61 / hourly
• Classified Status:
  Unclassified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 207 - Technical/AFSCME
• Work Area:
  Youth Development Division - Workforce Development - St. Paul
• End Date:
  Up to one (1) year
• FLSA Status:
  Nonexempt
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities:
  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.

Job Summary

DEED is committed to radically increasing economic impacts for individuals and businesses that face systematic barriers to growth. The Project and Grant Management Assistant will aid in the development of various projects and grants in the Youth Development Division. The position will assist grant managers with management of Direct Appropriation grants and other state and federal programs. In addition, this position will assist with preparing reports for key stakeholders, financial documents related to grant expenditures, funding and grant contracting processes, and other responsibilities related to the administration of youth grants.

Some examples of work for this position are listed below, but are not limited to the following.

• Assist in outreach to local Grantee staff to assess technical assistance/training needs related to program implementation and operations
• Schedule, prepare materials for, and participate in meetings, trainings, or webinars with key stakeholders
• Assist with tracking, and recording of grants and grant expenditures
• Assist with updating and identifying areas of improvement to policy and reporting documents
• Assist with program data collection and its evaluation and analysis
• Assist in Request for Proposals process for funding issued by DEED/Office of Youth Development
• Conduct other duties assisting in the development of the DEED and Employment and Training Programs (ETP) youth programs
• Become knowledgeable on related youth employment topics, best practices, and grants management
• Provide formal and informal project updates to the Youth Development team on a regular basis

This is a limited unclassified position and may be used to fill multiple positions. The initial appointment is for one (1) year with the option to extend two (2) additional years if funding remains available and student requirements are met. 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.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held. Only applicants whose resumes clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for this position.

To be eligible for an appointment as a Student Worker Para Professional Senior, you must be enrolled in a…