**Working Title: Planning and Programming Unit Supervisor** **Job Class: Transportation Program Supervisor Senior** **Agency: Transportation Dept** + **Job ID** : 91778 + **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** : 01/29/2026 + **Closing Date** : 02/27/2026 + **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Transportation Dept / Transportation-MMA + **Division/Unit** : Transit Planning and Program + **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift + **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday + **Travel Required** : No + **Salary Range:** $41.09 - $59.07 / hourly; $85,795 - $123,338 / annually + **Classified Status** : Classified + **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 216 - Middle Management Association/MMA + **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 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. ** 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. This position is located at Central Office in St. Paul and may have the flexibility work a hybrid schedule, with a requirement to work 50% time 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. The Planning and Programming Unit Supervisor is responsible for supervising staff in the development and delivery of coordinated and integrated transit plans and research, program delivery, policy implementation, and transit data management and integration. This work occurs in conjunction with internal staff, transit system partners, MnDOT Districts, regional planning partners, stakeholder, agency leadership and local units of government throughout Greater Minnesota. The incumbent will ensure alignment with statewide transit and agency goals. This includes achieving and monitoring program outcomes and conducting data-driven evaluations. **Minimum Qualifications** Three years of professional supervisory (supervising professional employees) experience OR four years of advanced professional experience. Experience must also demonstrate the following: + Experience with transportation planning and/or program management methodologies, including developing transportation plans, performance measurement, and project or program budget planning. + Experience coordinating with external stakeholders. + Experience with state and federal transit laws, regulations, and guidance. + Experience working as a project leader or lead worker. Note: A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Urban and Regional Planning, Urban Studies, Public Policy, Public Administration, Political Science, Geography, or Sociology substitutes for six months of advanced professional experience. **Preferred Qualifications** + Experience with state and federal transportation funding programs. + Experience with administering grant solicitations and management. + Experience working with or providing work direction on analytical and statistical data tools and database software programs. **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 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.