Telework Eligible: Yes

Work Shift/Work Hours: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Working Title: State Program Administrator Senior
Job Class: State Program Administrator Senior
Agency: Labor & Industry Dept

Job ID: 97556

Location: St. Paul

Telework Eligible: Yes

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Regular/Temporary: Limited

Who May Apply: Open only to all qualified job seekers

Closing Date: 10/23/2026

Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Labor & Industry Dept / Labor and Industry-MAPE

Division/Unit: Dept of Labor & Industry / SCF Claims Reimb & Penalties

Work Shift/Work Hours: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Days of Work: Monday - Friday

Travel Required: No

Salary Range: $28.75 - $42.16 / hourly; $60,030 - $88,030 / annually

Classified Status: Unclassified

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

End Date: 6 Months from Date of Hire

FLSA Status: Nonexempt

Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: No

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.

Telework options for this position are dependent on where the employee lives. The primary work location for this position is 443 Lafayette Road N, St. Paul, MN.

Employees living within 50 miles of the primary work location will be required to work in the office at least 50% of the time each month.

Employees that live in Minnesota and are more than 50 miles from the primary work location may be eligible for more than 50% telework with agency approvals.

Employees may reside outside of the state of Minnesota if they live in a bordering state and are within 50 miles of the primary work location.

This temporary unclassified position will support two programs within the Special Compensation Fund: to invoice, monitor and pursue collection of mandatory coverage penalty cases relating to workers’ compensation insurance coverage requirements for Minnesota employers under Chapter 176 and to invoice, monitor, and pursue collection of uninsured reimbursement cases under Chapter 175.

Minimum Qualifications

Two (2) years’ experience conducting analysis and legal review of documents for compliance, relevance, accuracy, and completeness.

Knowledge of Minnesota’s Workers' Compensation insurance program.

Research skills sufficient to analyze statutes, rules, and program requirements.

Writing skills sufficient to draft correspondence, reports and training manuals.

Math skills to review and verify financial information, perform basic financial analysis, submit and track refund requests.

Computer skills to navigate various databases; collect, track, manage and disseminate data; and prepare reports.

Written and verbal communication skills to effectively communicate with employers, insurers, attorneys, judges and the general public.

Ability to communicate effectively with individuals with a wide range of backgrounds, who may not share the same culture, ethnicity, language, or other common experiences.

Preferred Qualifications

Language skills other than English (such as Somali, Spanish, Hmong, Karen or ASL).





Knowledge of Minnesota statutes and program requirements for Workers' Compensation insurance.

Ability to serve as a subject matter expert for Campus and as an IT liaison.

Demonstrated knowledge of the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry’s Special Compensation Fund Claims, Reimbursements & Penalties Division.

Additional Requirements
It is the policy that all final candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components: SEMA4 Records Check, Employment Reference Check, Criminal History Check, Driver’s License Check, Social Security and Address Verification, Conflict of Interest Review, Education/License Verification.

Qualifications
Effective July 1, 2009, legislation provides that the top five Recently Separated Veterans, who apply and meet the qualifications for the vacancy, must be granted an interview. To be considered a Recently Separated Veteran, you must meet all the following criteria:

Have separated under honorable conditions from any branch of the armed forces of the United States;

Have served on active duty for 181 consecutive days or more or for the full period ordered to active duty OR have separated by reason of disability incurred while serving on active duty;

Be a United States citizen or resident alien;

Have served in active military service at any time on or after September 11, 2001 as shown on your form DD-214.

To be considered under this legislation, you must meet all of the Minimum Qualifications identified in this posting; meet all of the above RSV criteria; and submit a copy of your DD-214 form by the closing date via mail, e-mail or fax to: Caren Miller 443 Lafayette Road N, St. Paul, MN 55155, or [email protected].

Effective August 1, 2012, Legislation Provides State Agencies With The Option To Appoint Certain Disabled Veterans On a Non-competitive Basis If You Meet All Of The Following Criteria

Meet service requirements and have a verified service-connected disability rating of at least 30%.

Provide qualifying documentation verifying the disability.

Meet all of the Minimum Qualifications identified in this posting.

To be considered under this legislation you must submit all documentation by the closing date via mail, e-mail or fax to: Caren Miller 443 Lafayette Road N, St. Paul, MN 55155, or [email protected], or fax (phone hidden).

Contact
If you have questions about this position, contact Caren Miller at [email protected] or (phone hidden).

About Labor & Industry Dept
The Department of Labor and Industry ensures Minnesota’s work and living environments are equitable, healthy and safe. The agency oversees the state's programs for apprenticeship, construction codes and licensing, dual-training pipeline, occupational safety and health, wage and hour standards, workers' compensation and youth skills training programs.

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 and communities

Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Advantages
As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.

Your Benefits May Include

Paid vacation and sick leave

12 paid holidays each year

Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans

Fertility care, including IVF

Diabetes care

Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children

6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children

Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)

Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death

Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury

Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care

Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being

Support To Help You Reach Your Career Goals

Training, classes, and professional development

Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) For Work/life Support

A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance

Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues

Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies
based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS
Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants With Disabilities
Minnesota state agencies make reasonable accommodations to their employees and applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in searching or applying for jobs with the State of Minnesota, call the Careers Help Desk at (phone hidden) or email [email protected] and let us know the support you need.

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