Division Business Manager - Financial Management Director

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* Working Title:

Division Business Manager*
* ** Job Class:
Financial Management Director*
* ** Agency:
Transportation Dept*
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** Job ** : 96609

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** Location** :
St. Paul

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** Telework Eligible** :
Yes

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

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** Regular/Temporary** :
Unlimited

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

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** Date Posted** : 09/01/2026

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** Closing Date** : 09/21/2026

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** Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** :
Transportation Dept / Transportation-Managerial

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** Division/Unit** :
Engineering Services Div / Engineering DBM Support

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** Work Shift/Work Hours** :
Day Shift

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** Days of Work** :
Monday - Friday

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** Travel Required** :
Yes

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** Salary Range:**  $48.21 - $69.21 / hourly; $100,662 - $144,510 / annually

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** Classified Status** :
Classified

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** Bargaining Unit/Union** : 220 - Manager/Unrep

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** FLSA Status** :
Exempt - Administrative

+ Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./connect
700/) :
Yes

** 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 located at Central Office in St. Paul and may work a hybrid schedule, or work in the office pursuant to policy requirements. If working a hybrid schedule, the incumbent will be required to make a telework arrangement with their supervisor. The incumbent will be expected to work in the office as determined by policy and discussion with their supervisor.

This position provides executive leadership to guide MnDOT's strategic direction, overseeing agency-wide planning, organizational development, and management of programs and services. It integrates administrative, human resources, financial, and information resources to support the delivery of Minnesota's transportation system. The role sets and manages agency policies and strategies, representing the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and Executive Leadership Team (ELT) to ensure consistent business practices across MnDOT.

Occasional in-state travel is required approximately 5% of the time.

** The Minnesota Department of Transportation does not sponsor applicants for work visas or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.

** Minimum Qualifications*
* Three years of managerial experience OR four years of professional supervisory experience that demonstrates the following:

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** Experience leading and implementing strategic planning for financial, policy, and legislative initiatives in a large organization.*
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** Experience applying standards and best practices for internal controls.*
* ** If you meet the above requirements and wish to be considered further in the selection process, you*
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* ** provide a cover letter summarizing your experience in the areas listed below. Attach your cover letter AND resume to the online application.*
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** Technical expertise:
** Broad experience in strategic management, financial planning, budgeting, and financial principles, with the ability to clearly communicate complex concepts to agency leadership.

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** Policy making & strategic direction:
** Experience developing and implementing organizational policies, processes, plans and initiatives; and evaluating legislation for business impacts.

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** Communication/Human relations:
** Strong oral and written communication skills with experience building and maintaining relationships with staff and a variety of agencies, organizations and/or stakeholders.

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** Fiscal management:
** Experience managing large, complex budgets including allocating resources.

** Additional Requirements*
* ** Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and criminal history check*
* It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background…