Workforce Development Specialist 3 - Workforce Strategy Consultant Apply
The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) is the State of Minnesota's principal economic development agency. DEEDs mission is simple: to empower the growth of the Minnesota economy, for everyone.
We are driven to find talented and innovative public servants, motivated by the opportunity to serve businesses, people, and the greater good. At DEED you will join a diverse team, inspired by challenging work and united by shared values that guide our work every day. At DEED we live our values by; focusing on the customer, communicating early and often, seeking solutions, creating inclusion, encouraging new ideas, and being gracious.
DEED is a Beyond the Yellow Ribbon agency and committed to proactively supporting servicemembers, veterans, and military families. DEED offers great employment opportunities with a meaningful mission to truly make a difference in the lives of those under our care and for those in communities throughout Minnesota.
Job Details
Working Title: Workforce Strategy Consultant
Job Class: Workforce Development Specialist 3
Agency: Department of Employment and Economic Development
- Who May Apply: This vacancy is open for bids and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Bidders will be considered through 02/07/2024.
- Date Posted: 02/01/2024
- Closing Date: 02/14/2024
- Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Employ & Econ Development Dept / Employ & Economic Dev-MAPE
- Division/Unit: Business/Community Development / BCD Workforce Strategy
- Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift, 8:00am-4:30pm
- Days of Work: Monday - Friday
- Travel Required: Yes, 25%
- Salary Range: $30.55 - $45.02 / hourly; $63,788 - $94,001 / annually
- Classified Status: Classified
- Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
- FLSA Status: Nonexempt
- Telework Eligible: Yes, may be eligible to telework up to four (4) days per week
- Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes
Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.
The work youll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.
Job Summary
This position is located and supporting businesses in the Southeast Region of the state with an office location in either Rochester or Winona. Telework is an option for this role, however, travel across and within the region is an important component of the role.
This position coordinates, leads, and delivers demand-driven regional and statewide business services that assist in overcoming the challenges of recruiting, retaining, and upskilling talent for the regional economy. This includes developing workforce planning strategies and solutions for Minnesota businesses as they continue to grow in todays complex and competitive environment through focused concentration on talent pipeline development. Under the economic development division, this role provides value to businesses by serving as a main point of contact for workforce strategy, while providing long term customized consultation with high level business leaders. Through consultation, workforce planning, and labor market data analysis, this position develops customized strategies in the areas of: Engaging Community Partners & Stakeholders, Recruiting & Brand Awareness, Employee Inclusion & Career Opportunities, Onboarding, Training & Upskilling, and Diversity, Equity Inclusion & Accessibility (DEIA).
The incumbent must be self-motivated with excellent communication skills to build relationships and be highly skilled at creative and innovative problem solving. DEED is committed to radically increasing economic impacts for individuals and businesses that face systematic barriers to growth. This position will contribute to efforts to build a positive internal culture that makes DEED an extraordinary place to work!
If you want to make an impact and help businesses create workforce opportunities, come and be a part of our amazing team!
This posting may be used to fill multiple positions.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
To receive credit for your education and experience, your resume should clearly describe how you meet each minimum and/or preferred qualification listed, including dates of employment.
Two (2) years* of experience in transforming business and workforce practices through collaboration and consultation with employers. Experience may include employment training, economic development, human resources, recruiting, diversity, equity and inclusion and other related areas.
- Bachelors degree in Business, Human Resources, Communications, Marketing, Workforce Developmentor other closely related field as determined by the agency may substitute one (1) year of experience; masters degree substitutes for eighteen (18) months of experience.
Applicants that meet the above minimum qualification will be further evaluated on the following:
Ability to:
Develop and implement customized workforce strategies for regional employers, analyze labor market data, and communicate its impact on the local/regional economy.
Build and maintain collaborative relationship with regional partners (i.e., Economic Development, K-12 and postsecondary education, Workforce Boards, industry associations).
Experience in:
Designing talent management strategies with stakeholders, business leaders, business organizations or associations.
Creating and delivering presentations to large and small groups and facilitating meetings and group discussions.
Efficient communications to developconsultation reports, blogs, webinars, and social media platformsand Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, and Excel) to collect data and create professional communicationusing proper grammar, spelling, and structure.
Incumbent must maintain valid driver's license, & insurance, OR have other reliable transportation.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in human resources, talent attraction, organizational development, or project management including HR Certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP).
Experience working with high-growth industries including manufacturing, healthcare, construction trades, agriculture, transportation, and information technology.
Skill in communicating in a secondary language.
Experience with creating videos and online webinars.
Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.
Additional Requirements
This position requires successful completion of the following:
Resumes of all applicants to this posting will be evaluated against the Minimum Qualifications stated above. If your skills match the required skills for this position, the department may contact you. Employee reference checks will be conducted on all finalists. This may include a review of documentation related to job performance and education. It includes contact with the applicant's current and/or former employers.
A Criminal Background Check will be conducted on all finalists for this position. A criminal conviction will not automatically remove you from consideration for employment.
When the position requires travel and the applicant drives a state owned or leased vehicle, a driver's license record check will be conducted.
Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).
Application Details
How to Apply
Select Apply for Job at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.
If you have questions about the position, contact Amber Yang at amber.yang@state.mn.us.
To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Amber Yang at talent.acquisition.deed@state.mn.us.
The Department of Employment and Economic Development is an equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employer, and encourages all qualified candidates to apply for job opportunities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application and search tools, please contact Karen Lilledahl at Karen.Lilledahl@state.mn.us. Please indicate what assistance is needed.
Why Work for Us
Diverse Workforce
We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota.
A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found:
- 95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agencys mission
- 91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs
- 88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job
- 87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule
Comprehensive Benefits
Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:
- Public pension plan
- Training and professional development
- Paid vacation and sick leave
- 11 paid holidays each year
- Paid parental leave
- Low-cost medical and dental coverage
- Prescription drug coverage
- Vision coverage
- Wellness programs and resources
- Employer paid life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Health care spending and savings accounts
- Dependent care spending account
- Tax-deferred compensation
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Tuition reimbursement
- Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
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.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.
We will make reasonable accommodations 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 and indicate what assistance is needed.
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