**Working Title: Community Solar Garden Program Administrator** **Job Class: State Program Administrator Principal** **Agency: Commerce Department** + **Job ID** : 83723 + **Location** : St. Paul + **Telework Eligible** : Yes + **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time + **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited + **Who May Apply** : Open only to employees in the same agency + **Date Posted** : 01/30/2025 + **Closing Date** : 02/12/2025 + **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Commerce Dept / Commerce-MAPE + **Division/Unit** : Energy Resources / Clean Technology Deployment + **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift + **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday + **Travel Required** : No + **Salary Range:** $31.92 - $47.05 / hourly; $66,648 - $98,240 / annually + **Classified Status** : Classified + **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE + **FLSA Status** : Nonexempt + 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. Hybrid work environment with potential for significant telework. Primary work location will be the Golden Rule Building in St. Paul. This position exists to design, develop, implement, and manage the Community Solar Garden (CSG) Program in Minnesota. This position will act as the liaison between the Department, Xcel Energy, Solar Developers, and other program stakeholders to manage the program and its related approval processes. The incumbent will need to ensure timely communication, provide technical assistance to applicants, research best practice models and practices, and develop guidance documents and information related to the successful administration of the CSG program. In addition to coordination of the program and internal communication with leadership and key staff, this position serves as the "face" of the CSG program for the Department in Public Utilities Commission hearings and Legislative Reports. **Minimum Qualifications** Three (3) years of experience performing analysis, exercising judgment, and relying on knowledge in program development. A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Political Science, Project Management, or related field is equivalent to one (1) year of experience. An Advanced degree in Business Administration, Political Science, Project Management, or related field is equivalent to eighteen (18) months of experience. Applicants who meet the above education/experience requirements will be further evaluated based on the following: + Communication skills sufficient to relate complex program objectives to a wide range of individuals. + Organization skills sufficient to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and coordinate resources effectively. + Knowledge of public policy principles sufficient to oversee the design, implementation, and evaluation of public policy. **Preferred Qualifications** + Project Management Certificate or experience. + General knowledge of photovoltaic solar and the electric grid. + Experience building networks with historically marginalized communities, connecting individuals with resources and opportunities. **Physical Requirements** Requires occasional moving of articles such as boxes, accounting records, laptop computer, and portable printer. **Additional Requirements** Job offer is contingent upon passing 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.