**Working Title: Chief Learning Officer - State Prog Admin Manager Prin** **Job Class: State Program Administrator, Manager Principal** **Agency: Children Youth & Families Dept** + **Job ID** : 81416 + **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** : 10/29/2024 + **Closing Date** : 11/18/2024 + **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Children Youth & Families Dept / DeptChildYth&Fam-Managerial + **Division/Unit** : DCY - Payroll / Human Resources + **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift + **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday + **Travel Required** : Yes (5%) + **Salary Range:** $48.45 - $69.48 / hourly; $101,163 - $145,074 / annually + **Classified Status** : Classified + **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 220 - Manager/Unrep + **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 Department of Children, Youth, and Families is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DCYF does not participate in E-Verify.** **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. In the 2023 legislative session, the Governor’s Office, Minnesota legislature, and leaders for children and families worked in partnership to pass legislation establishing the Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) to create a sustainable, public face for children’s issues in state government. This new cabinet-level agency brings together programs centered on children and families, including child care and early learning, child support, child safety and permanency, economic support and food assistance, and youth opportunity. The Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) Agency became effective on July 1, 2024. The Chief Learning Officer (CLO) is responsible for shaping and executing the organization’s learning, development, engagement and designing, implementing, and overseeing the organization’s performance management system, while fostering a culture of continuous learning, and ensuring the workforce is equipped to meet the organization's current and future needs. This position will also be responsible for developing and implementing strategies that enhance employee satisfaction, motivation, and overall engagement within the organization. The CLO will: + Lead the creation of innovative learning solutions + Oversee leadership development + Helps improve retention, productivity, and organizational performance + Align training initiatives with the strategic goals of the organization + Drive organizational learning, performance management and engagement + Enhance employee engagement, supports career progression, and ensures the long-term success and adaptability of the organization. **Minimum Qualifications** 3 years of experience in learning and development and employee engagement, including strategic planning and directing the work of staff. Experience must include: + Leading learning and development initiatives at medium to large size organizations + Proficiency in learning management systems + Ability to analyze data, assess learning program effectiveness, and drive continuous improvement + Exceptional leadership, communication, and project management skills + Strong knowledge of adult leaning theories, instructional design and curriculum development **Preferred Qualifications** + Must have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures. + Bachelor's degree in human resources, organizational development or another related field **Additional Requirements** REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS – DCYF will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and a criminal background check prior to appointment. 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.