**Working Title: Highway Sponsorship Program Coordinator** **Job Class: Transportation Program Specialist 3** **Agency: Transportation Department** + **Job ID** : 91795 + **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** : 01/30/2026 + **Closing Date** : 02/12/2026 + **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Transportation Dept / Transportation-MAPE + **Division/Unit** : Land Management / Land Management + **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift + **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday + **Travel Required** : 5% + **Salary Range:** $29.25 - $42.94 / hourly; $61,074 - $89,658 / 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. This position is located at Central Office and may have the flexibility to 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 coordinates MnDOT’s Highway Sponsorship Program, which engages public, private, and nonprofit organizations to enhance highway roadsides across Minnesota. The position oversees project intake, documentation, and internal review with MnDOT districts and functional units. The position works with sponsors over the life of each sponsorship to manage communication, compliance, and recordkeeping. The position also supports outreach, partnership development, and alignment with related programs, including Art on the Highway, to grow sponsorship opportunities statewide. Statewide travel is required for up to 5% of the time; this includes some overnight travel. ** 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** **Three years of professional experience demonstrating the following:** + **Experience coordinating projects or programs in land management, property management, real estate, right-of-way use, transportation, or a closely related field, and** + **Experience applying policies, procedures, regulations, or agreement terms to guide decisions and support consistent outcomes, and** + **Experience communicating with external partners and building effective working relationships, including explaining program requirements and processes.** **Preferred Qualifications** + **Experience working with highway right-of-way use, property management, or roadside management activities.** + **Experience providing project leadership or coordination, including collaborating with diverse partners such as local governments, nonprofits, community organizations, or private partners.** + **Experience using GIS, mapping, or data visualization tools to support planning, analysis, or communication.** **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, and/or Education/License Verification. 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.