Salary: $33.19 – $40.34 Hourly
Location : Minneapolis, MN
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 2023-00742
Department: Public Works – Transportation Maint & Repair
Division: PW Street Administration
Opening Date: 10/07/2023
Closing Date: 10/29/2023 11:59 PM Central
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: CAF
Position Description
As the largest and most vibrant city in the state, Minneapolis depends on purposeful, dedicated and innovative employees. Minneapolis has a large variety of careers for people of all experiences and backgrounds who come together for a singular purpose-serving the residents, businesses and visitors of Minneapolis.
Assist in the administration and operation of 15 Special Service Districts and their individual work plans and budgets by functioning as coordinator.
Work Location – This position may be eligible for flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work with some days working remotely and some days working in the office.
Resume Required – You must attach an updated resume to your application.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Assisting the Project Manager in implementing each special district’s operating plan and related activities
- Coordinate operational activities including planning, purchasing, and logistics as they relate to the implementation of each SSD’s work plan.
- Assist in overseeing the delivery of SSD services and the work of private contractors to ensure compliance with standards.
- Coordinate service delivery with other city departments and government agencies (MNDOT, Hennepin County, etc.) for work within the public right of way.
- Utilize the City’s business process software (Comet, LIMS, 311/Lagan, etc.) to provide the office functions necessary to comply with City rules and procedures affecting SSDs.
- Participate in drafting SSDs annual budgets, bid specifications, requests for council action, and other formal documentation viewed by SSD advisory board members, ratepayers, and elected officials.
- Represent SSDs on multi-departmental and stakeholder working groups. Attend neighborhood group and business association meetings
- Prepare and make presentations to SSD advisory boards, stakeholder groups, and City staff. Act as liaison regarding SSD activities.
- Collect, organize, and analyze data. Prepare reports, detailed maps, and other documentation related to SSDs.
Assist SSD Project Manager with overseeing grants and special projects
- Coordinate partnership activities with internal and external stakeholders that help achieve City goals through grants and special projects. Examples include the MNDOT Landscape Partnership Program and MNDOT Limited Use Permits.
- Draft grant proposals to secure funding for projects that align with City goals
- Prepare requests for council action and resolutions to accept grant rewards.
- Manage grants once received including planning, purchasing, and logistics as they relate to the implementation of grant projects.
- Manage agreements with non-profit organizations and other entities including the Loring Greenway Association, Friends of Triangle Park, and MNDOT utility access permits for neighborhood community gardens and MNDOT limited use permits for public space improvement projects.
Required Qualifications
MINIMUM EDUCATION
Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Construction Management , Business Administration or an equivalent degree.
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE
Three years of related experience, including experience on construction and maintenance job sites working with contractors and consultants, and experience coordinating projects, working with a budget, managing contracts, and monitoring outcomes.
Equivalency
An equivalent combination of education and experience closely related to the duties of the position may be considered.
Selection Process
The selection process will consist of one or more of the following steps: a rating of relevant education and experience and/or an oral examination (100%). It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will be used to determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions. Only those candidates who attain a passing score (70%) on each step in the selection process will be placed on the eligible list. The City of Minneapolis Human Resources Department reserves the right to limit the number in any phase of the selection process.
Background Check
The City has determined that a criminal background check and/or qualifications check may be necessary for certain positions with this job title. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the City to obtain their criminal history and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.
Union Representation
This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement between the City of Minneapolis and the AFSCME General Unit For more information on the terms and conditions of this agreement please visit:
Eligible List Statement
The names of applicants who meet minimum qualification and who pass the screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration. This list will be certified to the hiring manager who may use the list to fill a vacancy of the same job title. This eligible list will expire (one) months after it has been established.
Interview Selection
The hiring authority reserves the right to determine the maximum number of candidates to interview from the established eligible list. If the hiring authority decides to interview other than by exam score order, they may select additional people to interview based on a candidate’s education or experience related to the field, work history, or skills uniquely related to the operational needs of the position.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Good Knowledge of City policies and procedures
- Ability to interact and engage with City residents and business owners in a respectful and professional manner
- Ability to think creatively to solve problems
- Good knowledge of modern software usage and ability to Utilize City enterprise software systems (Comet, LIMS, 311/Lagan.) an proficient working with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign, and Acrobat
- GIS and map making experience.
- Importing and exporting data sets.
- Creating useful maps from data collection.
As the largest and most vibrant city in the state, Minneapolis depends on purposeful, dedicated and innovative employees. Minneapolis has a large variety of careers for people of all experiences and backgrounds who come together for a singular purpose-serving the residents, businesses and visitors of Minneapolis.
The City of Minneapolis is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.
Benefits Summary
Our employees enjoy competitive salaries and generous benefits. We pride ourselves on a comprehensive benefits program that supports employees’ health and financial well-being.
Programs, resources, and benefit eligibility varies based on position, average hours worked, location and length of service. For detailed benefits information, please visit the benefits page.
New 12 weeks of paid Parental Leave.
City employees are eligible for up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in the event of a birth or placement for adoption of a child.
Insurance
Health insurance
Eligibility for benefits begins the first of the month following employment date. The City of Minneapolis offers eligible employees one plan design with a choice of six provider networks, allowing you to select the best option for you. Available plans include Medica Choice Passport, Medica Elect, VantagePlus with Medica, Park Nicollet First with Medica, Ridgeview Community Network powered by Medica, and Clear Value with Medica.
Dental insurance
The City of Minneapolis offers dental insurance through Delta Dental of Minnesota and pays 100% of the monthly premium for eligible employees.
Benefits
Paid time off
Our generous leave package includes vacation, holidays and paid sick leave, which gives employees the opportunity to enhance their quality of life outside work. Amounts and accrual rates are based on years of experience and collective bargaining agreements.
Retirement
City employees earn a pension and may choose to participate in additional retirement savings programs.
- Pension: The City of Minneapolis participates in the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA). Employees and the City both contribute a percentage of your pay to fund future benefits.
- Deferred compensation: Employees may choose to participate in pre-tax or after-tax savings plans through the Minnesota State Retirement System (MSRS).
Transportation
Eligible City employees may choose to participate in the following transportation programs:
- Metropass: The Metropass program allows eligible employees to enroll in a pass for unlimited bus or light rail rides at a discounted price.
- Parking or Van Pool: The City of Minneapolis Transportation Benefits Plan gives you options to pay certain commuting costs–such as qualified parking and van pool expenses–with pre-tax dollars
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Learning and development
To engage and develop employees, the City of Minneapolis offers classes in leadership, cultural agility, change management and more. Additionally, educational discounts at Augsburg University, Hamline University and St. Mary’s University of Minnesota are available to City employees.
Other perks
Employees can also take advantage of optional life insurance, flexible spending accounts, the Employee Assistance Program, technology discounts and more.
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- City of Minneapolis Career Opportunities Bulletin
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- Indeed.com website
- Minnesotajobs.com website
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