State of Minnesota
Early Learning Scholarship Pathway 1 Specialist / Education Consultant 3
State of Minnesota, Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States, 55199
Overview
Early Learning Scholarship Pathway 1 Specialist / Education Consultant 3
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State of Minnesota Job Details
Job ID: 88734 Location: St. Paul Telework Eligible: Yes Full/Part Time: Full-Time Regular/Temporary: Unlimited Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers. This vacancy is open for bids and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Bidders will be considered through 9/12/2025. Please note that to be considered a bidder, you must be a permanent non-probationary DCYF employee in the same job classification as the position. Date Posted: 09/06/2025 Closing Date: 09/22/2025 Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Children Youth & Families Dept / DCYF Central Office MAPE Division/Unit: DCYF/ Early Learning Scholarships Work Shift: Day shift Work Hours: 8:00am-4:30 pm Days of Work: Monday - Friday Travel Required: No Salary Range: $37.98 - $56.50 hourly; $79,302 - $117,972 annually Classified Status: Classified Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE FLSA Status: Exempt - Administrative Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes About the Agency
The Department of Children, Youth, and Families is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DCYF does not participate in E-Verify. 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. Key Telework and Schedule Details
Telework Within Minnesota and flexible hours options are available. Employees that live 50 miles or less from their primary work location may telework more than 50% with approval. Employees may telework outside the state of Minnesota if they live in a state bordering Minnesota and live 50 miles or less from the primary work location. Responsibilities
Provide leadership, technical expertise, and coordination of monitoring activities for local administrators and the statewide central payment administrator regarding Pathway I early learning scholarships. Provide leadership, technical expertise, and coordination of activities in the monitoring of the Early Learning Scholarship Pathway I program, including family application processes, early care and education program requirements related to administering early learning scholarships and the invoicing and payment process. Support continuous quality improvement of the Early Learning Scholarship program to ensure the program meets the needs of children, families and early care and education programs and administrative responsibilities work in support of those needs. Direct temporary projects, short and long term, as directed by supervisor and scholarship coordinator. Provide leadership, guidance and technical expertise related to monitoring of Pathway I implementation to support programmatic and policy alignment between the Early Learning Scholarship Program and the Child Care Assistance Program to simplify and streamline access to high quality early care and education for children and families, and program implementation for early care and education programs. Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Four (4) years of experience in an early childhood, public policy or related education or human services field that demonstrates the following: knowledge of state and federal early childhood policies including Early Learning Scholarships, CCAP, Head Start and/or related funding streams; experience working with children, families and/or communities representing populations that experience inequitable opportunities; experience with training, technical assistance or supporting internal/external stakeholders; experience with policy or program management and/or implementation. To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month, day and year for each job held. Preferred Qualifications
Experience implementing programs or policies according to state or federal statute. Experience with continuous quality improvement using data to improve programs or policies. Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures. Additional Requirements
It is the policy of the Department of Children, Youth, and Families that the individual selected for this position successfully complete a background investigation prior to employment, that may include: reference check, criminal background check, fingerprinting check (MNJIS/CJIS). How To Apply
Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. For questions about applying, contact the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For more information, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers. Contact Jo’Vonna Giles at jovonna.giles@state.mn.us for position questions. For Connect 700 Program applicants, apply online, email the Job ID, Working Title and your eligibility certificate by the closing date to Anny Xiong at anny.xiong@state.mn.us. If you need ADA accommodations, contact the DCYF ADA Coordinator at 651-431-4945 or ada.dcyf@state.mn.us. Equal Opportunity
MN state agencies are equal opportunity employers and strongly encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.
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Early Learning Scholarship Pathway 1 Specialist / Education Consultant 3
role at
State of Minnesota Job Details
Job ID: 88734 Location: St. Paul Telework Eligible: Yes Full/Part Time: Full-Time Regular/Temporary: Unlimited Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers. This vacancy is open for bids and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Bidders will be considered through 9/12/2025. Please note that to be considered a bidder, you must be a permanent non-probationary DCYF employee in the same job classification as the position. Date Posted: 09/06/2025 Closing Date: 09/22/2025 Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Children Youth & Families Dept / DCYF Central Office MAPE Division/Unit: DCYF/ Early Learning Scholarships Work Shift: Day shift Work Hours: 8:00am-4:30 pm Days of Work: Monday - Friday Travel Required: No Salary Range: $37.98 - $56.50 hourly; $79,302 - $117,972 annually Classified Status: Classified Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE FLSA Status: Exempt - Administrative Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes About the Agency
The Department of Children, Youth, and Families is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DCYF does not participate in E-Verify. 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. Key Telework and Schedule Details
Telework Within Minnesota and flexible hours options are available. Employees that live 50 miles or less from their primary work location may telework more than 50% with approval. Employees may telework outside the state of Minnesota if they live in a state bordering Minnesota and live 50 miles or less from the primary work location. Responsibilities
Provide leadership, technical expertise, and coordination of monitoring activities for local administrators and the statewide central payment administrator regarding Pathway I early learning scholarships. Provide leadership, technical expertise, and coordination of activities in the monitoring of the Early Learning Scholarship Pathway I program, including family application processes, early care and education program requirements related to administering early learning scholarships and the invoicing and payment process. Support continuous quality improvement of the Early Learning Scholarship program to ensure the program meets the needs of children, families and early care and education programs and administrative responsibilities work in support of those needs. Direct temporary projects, short and long term, as directed by supervisor and scholarship coordinator. Provide leadership, guidance and technical expertise related to monitoring of Pathway I implementation to support programmatic and policy alignment between the Early Learning Scholarship Program and the Child Care Assistance Program to simplify and streamline access to high quality early care and education for children and families, and program implementation for early care and education programs. Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Four (4) years of experience in an early childhood, public policy or related education or human services field that demonstrates the following: knowledge of state and federal early childhood policies including Early Learning Scholarships, CCAP, Head Start and/or related funding streams; experience working with children, families and/or communities representing populations that experience inequitable opportunities; experience with training, technical assistance or supporting internal/external stakeholders; experience with policy or program management and/or implementation. To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month, day and year for each job held. Preferred Qualifications
Experience implementing programs or policies according to state or federal statute. Experience with continuous quality improvement using data to improve programs or policies. Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures. Additional Requirements
It is the policy of the Department of Children, Youth, and Families that the individual selected for this position successfully complete a background investigation prior to employment, that may include: reference check, criminal background check, fingerprinting check (MNJIS/CJIS). How To Apply
Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. For questions about applying, contact the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For more information, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers. Contact Jo’Vonna Giles at jovonna.giles@state.mn.us for position questions. For Connect 700 Program applicants, apply online, email the Job ID, Working Title and your eligibility certificate by the closing date to Anny Xiong at anny.xiong@state.mn.us. If you need ADA accommodations, contact the DCYF ADA Coordinator at 651-431-4945 or ada.dcyf@state.mn.us. Equal Opportunity
MN state agencies are equal opportunity employers and strongly encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.
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