Results Fellow - State Prog Admin Sr

Results Fellow

Minnesota Management & Budget is seeking a Results Fellow to collect qualitative data (stories) from community members, interpret and present the data, and identify opportunities for improving the coordination, implementation, and impact of state programs. This is a temporary position, expected to last from October through June and would be ideal for a student or recent graduate.

Job duties for this position include:

• Collecting, analyzing, and disseminating qualitative data to provide meaningful information to policymakers and provide solutions to address program or policy shortcomings
• Participating in technical work groups comprised of state colleagues
• Analyzing MN Story Collective data in the context of relevant state programs to identify opportunities to improve effectiveness, equity, access, and use of high-quality services
• Developing story collections of MN Story Collective data on emerging themes and topics
• Preparing presentations and written products for internal and external distribution; present findings in briefings, webinars, and other settings attended by policymakers and researchers

Minimum qualifications include:

• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated (within the last year) from a public policy, public administration, sociology, or data science graduate program (master's degree or higher) OR three (3) years of experience collecting and analyzing qualitative data for a public program
• Experience with data manipulation and analysis, including creation of queries and reports from databases (Stata, Python, R, or comparable software)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel (or similar application) and familiarity of other Microsoft products
• Communication skills sufficient to convey complex and/or sensitive information to a variety of audiences
• Demonstrated respect for diversity and a deep commitment to fostering an inclusive and collaborative work environment

Preferred qualifications include:

• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a public policy, public administration, sociology, or data science graduate program
• Experience collecting and analyzing qualitative data; knowledge of data collection best practices
• Experience making evidence-based recommendations or changes to policies, laws, or public programs for continuous improvement
• Experience in the public sector (state, federal, county, municipal, or Tribal government)
• Knowledge of public sector policy making processes
• Experience preparing accessible, plain language presentations and written resources
• Experience with PowerBI

Additional requirements include passing all required checks prior to employment, which may consist of SEMA4 records check, criminal history check, reference check, social security and address verification, education verification, conflict of interest review, and other legally or internal policy required checks.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law.

As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

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