State Prog Admin Principal; Program Administrator

Working Title:
Program Administrator

Job Class:
State Program Administrator Principal

• Job
• Location:
  
  St. Paul
• Full/Part Time:
  Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary:
  Unlimited
• Who May Apply:
  Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 09/04/2026
• Closing Date: 09/17/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit:
  Commerce Dept / Commerce-MAPE
• Division/Unit:
  Programs for Innovation & Equity
• Work Shift/
  
  Work Hours:
  
  Day Shift
• Days of Work:
  Monday
  - Friday
• Travel Required:
  
  Yes
  - Up to 10% of the time
• Salary Range: $32.97 - $48.60 / hourly; $68,841 - $101,476 / 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 Principal

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: 09/04/2026
• Closing Date: 09/17/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit:
  Commerce Dept / Commerce-MAPE
• Division/Unit:
  Programs for Innovation & Equity
• Work Shift/
  
  Work Hours:
  
  Day Shift
• Days of Work:
  Monday
  - Friday
• Travel Required:
  
  Yes
  - Up to 10% of the time
• Salary Range: $32.97 - $48.60 / hourly; $68,841 - $101,476 / 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

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.

This position will support grant administration, progress tracking, and reporting for state and federal energy programs. Examples include Training for Residential Energy Contractors, Formula Grant, Energy Auditor Training Grant, and the Home Energy Rebates.

This position manages key relationships, troubleshoots challenges, and collaborates with partners to ensure programs are implemented effectively and in accordance with funding requirements.

Three (3) years of experience performing analysis, exercising judgment, and relying on knowledge in grant management.

A Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Public Policy, Social Science, Nonprofit Management, Business Administration, or a related field may substitute for one (1) year of experience.

An Advanced degree in Public Administration, Public Policy, Social Science, Nonprofit Management, Business Administration, or a related field may substitute for eighteen (18) months of experience.

Applicants who meet the above education/experience requirements will be further evaluated based on the following:

• Experience with budgeting, financial analysis, monitoring, and tracking program performance.
• Experience managing innovative projects from initial concept and development through implementation, including identifying and pursuing external funding opportunities to support project implementation.
• Experience leading meetings, facilitating work groups, and coordinating collaborative efforts among diverse stakeholders to achieve project goals.
• Experience working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

• Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Public Policy, Social Science, Nonprofit Management, Business Administration or a related field.
• Experience managing an Energy Program and/or training.
• Experience working within the State and Federal government systems, particularly the PAGE System.
• Experience designing energy budgets and preparing quarterly reports.

Requires occasional moving of articles such as boxes, accounting records, laptop computer, and portable printer.

Job offer is contingent upon passing reference checks to verify job-related credentials, a criminal background check and drivers' license check prior to…