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Working Title: Funding & Contracts Manager
Job Class: Transportation Program Supervisor
Agency: Transportation Dept
Job ID : 93788
Location : St. Paul
Telework Eligible : Yes
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 04/24/2026
Closing Date : 05/07/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Transportation Dept / Transportation-MMA
Division/Unit : SUSTAIN PLAN & PR MGMT DIV / Research & Innovation
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday – Friday
Travel Required : Yes
Salary Range: $38.16 – $54.97 / hourly; $79,678 – $114,777 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 216 – Middle Management Association/MMA
FLSA Status : Exempt – Executive
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : 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 have the flexibility to telework, 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.
This position provides contractual and financial management, planning and implementation oversight for the Minnesota Department of Transportation’s (MnDOT) Office of Research & Innovation and governing boards (MnDOT Research Steering Committee, Local Road Research Board & the Research Implementation Committee) so work is performed efficiently and effectively. This role includes all aspects of contract administration, monitoring department-wide research and library budgets, and evaluating, facilitating, and promoting research programs and services in accordance with national, state, and local policies, statutes, and regulations. The position leads, manages, and supervises the Office of Research & Innovation Contract & Finance unit.
Occasional in state and out of state travel is required, including some overnights.
** 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 supervisory experience OR three years of advanced professional experience that demonstrates:
Experience providing supervision and/or work direction to other staff.
Experience planning, preparing and monitoring transportation related program budgets.
Experience administering research-based contracts.
Experience interpreting and applying laws, statutes, regulations, policies and procedures.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience using Statewide Integrated Financial Tools (SWIFT) or equivalent.
A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Finance or a closely related field.
Experience developing and maintaining internal and external relationships with key stakeholder groups such as the Local Road Research Board, Federal Highway Administration, state Departments of Transportation, and others.
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, Education/License Verification and/or a drug and alcohol test.
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 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.
