Flight Dispatcher - Transportation Program Specialist

Position: Flight Dispatcher - Transportation Program Specialist 2
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* Working Title:

Flight Dispatcher*
* ** Job Class:
Transportation Program Specialist 2*
* ** Agency:
Transportation Department*
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** Job ** : 95392

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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** : 07/09/2026

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** Closing Date** : 07/15/2026

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

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** Division/Unit** : SUSTAIN PLAN & PR MGMT DIV / Air Transportation

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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** :
No

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** Salary Range:**  $26.89 - $39.22 / hourly; $56,146 - $81,891 / annually

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** Classified Status** :
Classified

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

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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
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 in St. Paul at Central Office. This position will have the flexibility to work a hybrid schedule or work in the office.  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.

As a Flight Dispatcher, you will support MnDOT's statewide air transportation program and the core business functions of the Office of Aeronautics. You will coordinate and manage flight scheduling and travel logistics; maintain accurate flight and travel records; analyze operational data to support safe and efficient decision-making; and collaborate with pilots, staff, and state agencies to ensure timely, customer-focused air transportation services.

** 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*
* Two years of professional experience that demonstrates the following:

+ Experience maintaining accurate records and managing detailed information within a database; and

+ Experience applying policies or procedures to resolve customer or operational issues; and

+ Experience creating or using spreadsheets or reports to support decision-making; and

+ Experience using common business software such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Adobe Acrobat, and Outlook.

** Preferred Qualifications*
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Experience with Transportation Security Administrative (TSA) rules and regulations relating to complex portions or homeland security issues regarding airports and airspace

+ Experience working with MnDOT or State of Minnesota policies related to aviation, travel or record retention.

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Experience with pilot/aircraft scheduling, flight planning, or emergency response plans.

** 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 investigation prior to employment.  The background check may consist of the following components: SEMA4 Records Check, Criminal History Check, Employment Reference Check, Driver's License Check, and/or Education/License Verification.

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.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at  or email careers.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.