**Working Title: Middle Supply Chain Researcher** **Job Class: State Program Administrator Senior** **Agency: Minnesota Department of Agriculture** + **Job ID** : 83132 + **Location** : St. Paul + **Telework Eligible** : Yes + **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time + **Regular/Temporary** : Limited + **Who May Apply** : This vacancy is open to all qualified job seekers. + **Date Posted** : 01/10/2025 + **Closing Date** : 01/23/2025 + **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Minnesota Department of Agriculture + **Division/Unit** : Agricultural Marketing and Development Division / Domestic Markets + **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift + **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday + **Travel Required** : Yes - Up to 25% of the time + **Salary Range:** $27.84 - $40.82 / hourly + **Job Class Option** : Marketing + **Classified Status** : Unclassified + **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 214 - Minnesota Association of Professional Employees (MAPE) + **Anticipated End Date** : 03/10/2026 + **FLSA Status** : Nonexempt + Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : No **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 supports the Make it Minnesota Program goal of supplying Minnesota food and beverage makers with relevant data on middle supply chain functions, including commercial kitchens and co-manufacturers. Responsibilities includes: + Collecting and reporting appropriate data from co-manufacturing and shared commercial kitchen operators in Minnesota. + Conducting outreach to food and beverage manufacturers and facility operators who list their services and facilities in Minnesota Department of Agriculture’s (MDA) web directory, and finding new entities to include in those directories. + Gathering and reporting on qualitative information on food and beverage supply chain service providers and participants in Minnesota. + Supporting development of strategy around promotion of Minnesota co-manufacturing. This vacancy is located in St. Paul and will have the ability to telework. This is a temporary position anticipated to last one year. **Minimum Qualifications** _To facilitate proper years of service crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held._ Two years of experience in food and beverage marketing, food and beverage communications, or delivery of educational or marketing programs to food producers or processors. A Bachelor’s degree in marketing, agriculture, nutrition, public administration, food systems, business administration, or related field may substitute for one year of experience. _Additional required experience includes:_ + Proficiency in Microsoft suite (Word, Excel), experience using database systems and customer relationship management systems such as SalesForce or Foundant. + Ability to write and speak effectively in public to a diverse clientele. + Experience managing state or federally funded projects including planning, budgeting, and reporting. + Must be available for reasonable travel, including some overnight stays and weekend events. + Must have a valid driver's license and an acceptable motor vehicle record subject to review. + The ability to celebrate diversity and a strong commitment to a respectful and inclusive work environment. **Preferred Qualifications** A Bachelor’s degree in marketing, agriculture, nutrition, public administration, food systems, business administration, or related field. Experience writing and preparing effective reports and proposals. Experience planning and implementing events such as educational conferences and trade shows. Proficiency in data management. Experience working with Minnesota’s food industry ecosystem. Experience with stakeholder engagement. Knowledge of Directory management including information management and relevant software. **Additional Requirements** A job offer will be contingent upon successfully passing a background check. It is the policy of the Minnesota Department of Agriculture, as part of its hiring procedures, to conduct background checks on the finalist(s) for positions within the agency. The background check may consist of the following components: + SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and former state employees only) + Employment Reference Check + Driver’s License Check + Conflict of Interest Review The Minnesota Department of Agriculture will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US. 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.