Executive Job Openings E-blast

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Executive Job Openings in Minnesota State Government

Thank you for your partnership in referring executive applicants for executive level opportunities at the State of Minnesota! Please review the following exciting executive level openings with the state, and help us promote the jobs and encourage those interested to apply.  (Detailed instructions on how to apply for jobs are listed below.)

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STATE SEAL

Spotlight Job: Chief Inclusion Officer

The Chief Inclusion Officer promotes and advances the integration of equity, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of the work of the Governor’s Office and throughout the Administration. The incumbent will provide structure and strategic direction for enterprise-wide diversity and inclusion efforts. Responsibilities include supporting the agencies and staff charged with carrying out essential responsibilities in the areas of diversity and inclusion, equal employment opportunity, affirmative action, the Americans with Disabilities Act, Olmstead implementation, and eliminating racial disparities throughout Minnesota. The job closes Feb. 26. 

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Current Executive Job Openings

Deputy Commissioner/Health Care Facilities (2732) Veteran's Affairs

Registered Nurse Supervisor (1771) MN Veterans Home - Minneapolis 

Life Actuary Associate/Analyst (2500) Commerce

Sales Director (3068) Corrections

Emergency Preparedness and Response Director (3177) Health

Budget Director (3059) Health

Corrections Program Director/Behavioral Health (1178) Corrections

Chief Inclusion Officer (2904) Governor’s Office

State Program Admin Manager (2917) Revenue

Executive Director Animal Health Board (2855) MN Board of Animal Health

Assistant Commissioner (3106) Commerce

Deputy Commissioner Insurance (1282) Commerce

Sustainable Facilities Program Manager (2688) MnSCU System office

Collection Division Director (2222) Revenue

Communications Director (3117) MN Management & Budget

Acquisitions Supervisor/Building Construction (3033) Administration

Acquisitions Supervisor/IT Procurement (3162) Administration

Business Systems Analyst (3000) MNsure

Nurse Practitioner (1220) Human Services-Direct Care and Treatment 

Manager, Transitway Planning, Met Council

Business Analyst/LMS Administrator, Met Council

Audit Project Team Lead, Met Council

Director, Minnesota Lottery*

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Non-Executive Job Postings

Campus Nurse (2964) MNSCU – Inver Hills

Unit Director (3137) Human Services Department – MSOP

Software Development Manager for the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension - MN.IT Services

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance (SNAP) Program Consultant - Human Services Department

Manager of Contact Center and Business Operations - MNsure

Children's Safety and Permanency Accountant - Human Services Department

Person-Centered/Positive Supports Specialist - Human Services Department

Agency Policy Specialist - Human Services Department

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How to View and Apply for Jobs

  1. All interested candidates must officially apply online through the State of Minnesota Careers website.
  2. Go to www.mn.gov/careers.
  3. Click “External Applicants” (or “Current Employees” if you are a current state employee).
  4. On the Job Search page enter the Job Opening ID number in the Keywords search box and click Search.
  5. Click on the Job Title to view the job posting.
  6. If interested, click Apply.
  7. When asked for your referral source, select "Statewide Executive Recruitment Office"

Have technical questions? Visit the Applicant Help section on the website or contact the Job Information Line at 651-259-3637.

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Procurement Opportunity Fair - March 7

Small businesses are invited to talk to buyers from state agencies about upcoming procurement opportunities. Office of Equity in Procurement staff and representatives from the Minnesota Procurement Technical Assistance Center will be available to answer questions about the Small Business Procurement Program, and how to compete for business with the state.

Monday, March 7
1 – 4 p.m. 
Skjegstad Room, Stassen Building
600 North Robert Street
St. Paul, MN 55101

The event is free. Register to attend at mnptac.ecenterdirect.com/events/1074.

The Opportunity Fair is hosted by the Office of Equity in Procurement with support from the Minnesota Procurement Technical Assistance Center. Download event flyer.

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*Director - Minnesota Lottery

This job is not posted online. Below is the job and application information.

Director Minnesota State Lottery                       

Salary: $121,248 Annually                                                         

Location: Roseville, Minnesota

Closing Date: 03/04/2016

Classification Status: Unclassified, Benefit eligible

This highly visible position reports directly to the Governor and appears before the Minnesota Legislature in matters pertaining to the Lottery’s budget and annual plan. The successful candidate must enjoy the challenges of working in a very competitive industry, develop innovative solutions to unique business challenges, and have superior communication skills to serve as the Lottery’s primary public spokesperson.

Primary Responsibilities 

The director will provide the day-to-day responsibility and long-term leadership for assuring the Lottery operates with integrity, security, and transparency in a manner that ensures public confidence.

In addition, the director is accountable for ensuring:

  • Lottery funds are maintained in accordance with state statute
  • products and promotional materials are consistent with state lottery advertising regulations
  • adequate policies and procedures are in place governing lottery games, ticket prices, the number and size of prizes, methods of selecting and drawing winning tickets 
  • compliance with the rules governing the types, qualifications and the licensing process of lottery ticket retailers
  • hiring, leading, and retaining of a high quality management team and staff

Minimum Qualifications: Successful candidates will have a combination of some of the following or similar qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in Business, Advertising, Marketing, Public Administration, Public Relations, or related field of study.
  • Management experience, which includes leadership, strategic planning, negotiation and conflict resolution.
  • Experience with the planning, development and implementation of budgets, policies, and objectives necessary to achieve the goals of an organization.
  • Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with a wide variety of people from high level executives/officials to citizens, the media, the legislature and others.
  • Knowledge of public and private accounting and financial principles and practices.
  • Advanced written and oral communication skills.

 Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree in public or business administration or allied field or equivalent
  • Management experience in the gaming, recreation, amusement or attractions industries.   
  • Knowledge of security technology that impacts gaming integrity.
  • Knowledge of technology developments that affect online gaming markets.
  • Knowledge of Minnesota state government structure and operation.

Note: All finalists must successfully pass a comprehensive criminal background investigation prior to appointment.

Application Procedure:

All resumes and cover letters should be emailed to:

Andrew Olson, Director of Appointments, Office of the Governor at Andrew.C.Olson@state.mn.us

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