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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. At DEED 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: Government Relations Director Job Class: Senior Executive Officer Agency: Department of Employment and Economic Development Job ID: 77289 Location: St. Paul Telework Eligible: Yes, may be eligible to telework up to four (4) days per week Full/Part Time: Full-Time Regular/Temporary: Unlimited Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers Date Posted: 06/04/2024 Closing Date: 06/25/2024 Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Employ & Econ Development Dept / Employ & Econ Dev -Managerial Division/Unit: Comm Off/Support Branch / CO Commissioners Office X Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift Days of Work: Monday - Friday Travel Required: No Salary Range: $44.67 - $64.12 / hourly; $93,270 - $133,882 / annually Classified Status: Statutory Unclassified Bargaining Unit/Union: 220 - Manager/Unrep FLSA Status: Exempt - Executive Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities : 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. Job Summary This position will manage and oversee government relations at the local, state, and federal levels for DEED with a primary focus of advancing the Agency's goals, objectives, and mission. The incumbent is responsible for developing and executing DEED's legislative agenda, strategizing communication and action plans, advising DEED leadership on government affairs, and effectively managing diverse stakeholder relationships. The incumbent will build relationships and communicate to promote government affairs and the legislative work of DEED, including reports, briefings, presentations, and critical updates. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Advise the Commissioner and senior leadership on state, local, and federal government affairs. Serve as a liaison between DEED and the Governor's Office, other state agencies, and other local and federal elected officials. Manage internal legislative proposal development including organizing collaborative brainstorming and decision making across DEED leadership. Lead community and stakeholder engagement, in coordination with agency public engagement staff, in developing ideas for legislative proposals, and vetting legislative proposals. Lead process and planning in the drafting of bill language. This position is statutory unclassified and serves at the pleasure of the Governor. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications To receive credit for your education and experience, your resume should clearly describe how you meet each minimum and/or preferred qualification listed, including dates of employment. Five (5) years* of progressively responsible government affairs experience in state, tribal, federal, or local governmen , or equivalent private sector experience. *Bachelor's degree in Political Science, Public Policy, Public Administration, Juris Doctor (J.D.) or other closely related field as determined by the agency may substitute one (1) year of experience; master's degree substitutes for eighteen (18) months of experience Applicants that meet the above minimum qualification will be further evaluated on the following: Analytical skills to evaluate, review, and critique of proposed policy and legislation to thoughtfully respond and anticipate questions and concerns from a variety of stakeholders. Experience with advocacy and negotiation. Organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple projects simultaneously. Demonstrated ability to work with and influence a multitude of constituencies with diplomacy and tact. Knowledge of communication strategies and practices sufficient to disseminate information to a wide audience. Demonstrated capacity to communicate complicated information effectively to a variety of audiences. Preferred Qualifications Master's degree in Political Science, Public Policy, Public Administration, Juris Doctor (J.D.) or closely related field as determined by the agency. Knowledge of State policies, procedures, and practices in the areas of information and data practices. Demonstrated effective leadership during crisis communication periods. Experience building and supporting diverse coalitions respectfully and inclusively. Supervisory or lead worker experience with demonstrated skills in setting priorities, providing work direction, manage projects, coaching, and developing staff. Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures. Additional Requirements This position requires successful completion of the following: Resumes of all applicants to this posting will be evaluated against the Minimum Qualifications stated above. If your skills match the required skills for this position, the department may contact you. Employee reference checks will be conducted on all finalists. This may include a review of documentation related to job performance and education. It includes contact with the applicant's current and/or former employers. A Criminal Background Check will be conducted on all finalists for this position. A criminal conviction will not automatically remove you from consideration for employment. When the position requires travel and the applicant drives a state owned or leased vehicle, a driver's license record check will be conducted. Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status). Application Details How to Apply Select "Apply for Job" at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers . Contact If you have questions about this position, contact Amber Yang at amber.yang@state.mn.us . To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Amber Yang at talent.acquisition.deed@state.mn.us . The Department of Employment and Economic Development is an equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employer, and encourages all qualified candidates to apply for job opportunities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application and search tools, please contact Karen Lilledahl at Karen.Lilledahl@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed. Working together to improve the state we love. What do Minnesota's State employees have in common? A sense of purpose in their work Connection with their coworkers a