**Working Title: Minnesota Dual-Training Pipeline Program Consultant** **Job Class: State Program Administrator Senior** **Agency: Labor & Industry Dept** + **Job ID** : 91209 + **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** : 01/23/2026 + **Closing Date** : 02/05/2026 + **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Labor & Industry Dept / Labor and Industry-MAPE + **Division/Unit** : Dept of Labor & Industry / Pipeline Program + **Work Shift/Work Hours** : 8:00 am - 4:30 pm + **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday + **Travel Required** : Yes + **Salary Range:** $28.26 - $41.43 / hourly; $59,006 - $86,505 / 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 eligible for hybrid telework. Employees living within 50 miles of the primary work location will be required to work in the office at least 50% of the time each month. Employees may reside outside the state of Minnesota if they live in a state bordering Minnesota and are within 50 miles of the primary work location. For this position the primary work location is: 443 Lafayette Road N., St. Paul, MN. Please let me know if you have any questions regarding this or if you are not able to comply with this policy. The Minnesota Dual-Training Pipeline Program exists to develop and enhance Minnesota’s skilled workforce by expanding employment-based training programs, through industry-based, employer-driven dual training experiences. Pipeline currently supports the industries of advanced manufacturing, agriculture, child care, health care services, information technology, transportation and the legal cannabis industry. Responsibilities will include: + Performing high-touch outreach to employer and industry representatives to support dual-training program development in key industries; + Presenting to groups in-person and on-line to share information about employment-based training; + Researching and developing new occupation competency models; + Creating tools to develop and track earn-and-learn opportunities for employers and dual trainees; + Providing consultative services and project management for the Minnesota Dual-Training Pipeline program; + Supporting the creation of handouts, reports and materials that support stakeholders who work with Minnesota Dual-Training Pipeline; + Supporting the goals and objectives for the Minnesota Dual-Training Pipeline Program; and + Performing other duties as assigned. **Minimum Qualifications** + Two (2) years’ experience* conducting outreach efforts and relationship building related to employment-based outreach programs, employer training programs, career exploration, career readiness programs, workforce development programs; and/or business-to-business sales and/or development. + Proficiency with computer skills for collecting, tracking, managing and disseminating data; and for preparing reports and presentations. + Written and verbal communication skills sufficient for public speaking, group facilitation or presentation experience with groups of varying size and diverse levels of technical knowledge. + Analytical skills sufficient to perform research on a variety of labor market-related topics. + Demonstrated ability to develop and implement a project. + Ability to communicate effectively with individuals with a wide range of backgrounds, who do not share your same culture, ethnicity, language, or other common experiences. *Bachelor’s degree, completion of a registered apprenticeship, or comparable formal education in Liberal Arts or field of study relevant to Pipeline’s industries may substitute for one (1) year of experience; Associates degree may substitute for six months of experience. **Preferred Qualifications** + Language skills other than English (such as Somali, Spanish, Hmong, Karen or ASL). + Demonstrated knowledge of the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry’s employment-based training programs, especially the Minnesota Dual-Training Pipeline Program. + Experience working with individuals at all levels of authority in industry, higher education, labor, and government. + Experience working in the workforce development field or related field. + Experience working with employers and/ or human resources professionals. **Additional Requirements** It is the policy that all final candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components: SEMA4 Records Check, Employment Reference Check, Criminal History Check, Driver’s License Check, Social Security and Address Verification, Conflict of Interest Review, 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.