State of Minnesota
State Prog Admin Coordinator/Senior Discrimination Investigator
State of Minnesota, Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States, 55130
Working Title: Senior Discrimination Investigator
Job Class: State Program Administrator, Coordinator
Agency: Transportation Dept
Job ID
: 88599
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
: 09/15/2025
Closing Date
: 10/06/2025
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit
: Transportation Dept / Transportation-MAPE
Division/Unit
: Chief of Staff / Office of Equity & Diversity
Work Shift/Work Hours
: Day Shift
Days of Work
: Monday - Friday
Travel Required
: No
Salary Range:
$37.26 - $55.42 / hourly; $77,799 - $115,717 / 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 (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 located at Central Office in St. Paul and may have the flexibility to work a hybrid schedule, or work 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.
This position ensures legal and policy compliance with the department’s obligation to provide timely and effective responses to both internal and external complaints of workplace discrimination, reprisal and discriminatory harassment by conducting complex investigations, handling complex matters, including overlap with FMLA, Worker’s Compensation law, contractual bargaining rights, and undue hardships. This position is also responsible for writing and reviewing workforce policies and ensuring adherence to current case law, regulatory guidance and statutory requirements under various state and federal laws including: Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, the Equal Pay Act, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Minnesota Human Rights Act, State Personnel Management, Minn. Stat. Chapter 43A, the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act, Minn. Stat. Chapter 13, FHWA Civil Rights laws, relevant rules of Civil Procedure, and all related MnDOT internal policies.
The incumbent serves as MnDOT’s primary contact for discrimination-related matters and confers regularly with the Minnesota Attorney General’s Office and Minnesota Management and Budget regarding internally and externally filed complaints of discrimination, as well as lawsuits filed in state and federal court. Additionally, the position provides legal counsel to managers and Human Resources and manages key aspects of the department’s statewide internal complaint process, including recommending informal resolution methods (e.g., mediation) referring cases; determining investigative strategies and processes; hiring and directing contractors to conduct expert discrimination investigations; drafting comprehensive investigative reports; and making findings and recommendations for appropriate follow-up.
**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.
Minimum Qualifications
Three years of advanced professional experience applying state and federal non-discrimination law in the public sector that demonstrates the following:
Performing complex legal and case analysis
Conducting all aspects of complaint investigations,
including drafting investigative reports and findings, and providing follow-up guidance to management
Responding to discrimination complaints
NOTE:
A Juris Doctor degree from an American Bar Association accredited law school substitutes for one year of advanced professional experience.
Preferred Qualifications
A Juris Doctor degree.
An active license to practice law in Minnesota.
Additional Requirements
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.
Job Class: State Program Administrator, Coordinator
Agency: Transportation Dept
Job ID
: 88599
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
: 09/15/2025
Closing Date
: 10/06/2025
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit
: Transportation Dept / Transportation-MAPE
Division/Unit
: Chief of Staff / Office of Equity & Diversity
Work Shift/Work Hours
: Day Shift
Days of Work
: Monday - Friday
Travel Required
: No
Salary Range:
$37.26 - $55.42 / hourly; $77,799 - $115,717 / 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 (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 located at Central Office in St. Paul and may have the flexibility to work a hybrid schedule, or work 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.
This position ensures legal and policy compliance with the department’s obligation to provide timely and effective responses to both internal and external complaints of workplace discrimination, reprisal and discriminatory harassment by conducting complex investigations, handling complex matters, including overlap with FMLA, Worker’s Compensation law, contractual bargaining rights, and undue hardships. This position is also responsible for writing and reviewing workforce policies and ensuring adherence to current case law, regulatory guidance and statutory requirements under various state and federal laws including: Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, the Equal Pay Act, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Minnesota Human Rights Act, State Personnel Management, Minn. Stat. Chapter 43A, the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act, Minn. Stat. Chapter 13, FHWA Civil Rights laws, relevant rules of Civil Procedure, and all related MnDOT internal policies.
The incumbent serves as MnDOT’s primary contact for discrimination-related matters and confers regularly with the Minnesota Attorney General’s Office and Minnesota Management and Budget regarding internally and externally filed complaints of discrimination, as well as lawsuits filed in state and federal court. Additionally, the position provides legal counsel to managers and Human Resources and manages key aspects of the department’s statewide internal complaint process, including recommending informal resolution methods (e.g., mediation) referring cases; determining investigative strategies and processes; hiring and directing contractors to conduct expert discrimination investigations; drafting comprehensive investigative reports; and making findings and recommendations for appropriate follow-up.
**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.
Minimum Qualifications
Three years of advanced professional experience applying state and federal non-discrimination law in the public sector that demonstrates the following:
Performing complex legal and case analysis
Conducting all aspects of complaint investigations,
including drafting investigative reports and findings, and providing follow-up guidance to management
Responding to discrimination complaints
NOTE:
A Juris Doctor degree from an American Bar Association accredited law school substitutes for one year of advanced professional experience.
Preferred Qualifications
A Juris Doctor degree.
An active license to practice law in Minnesota.
Additional Requirements
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.