State of Minnesota Jobs

Working Title: LGBTQ Education Specialist - Educ Specialist 2

Job Class: Education Specialist 2

Agency: Education Department

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 04/30/2024

• Closing Date : 05/20/2024

• Bid Open : 04/30/2024

• Bid Close : 05/7/2024

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Education Department / MDE-Central Office-MAPE

• Division/Unit : Education-EDI Center/ EDI Cultural Responsiveness

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Not Applicable Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : Yes

• Salary Range: $33.90 - $50.27 / hourly; $70,783 - $104,963 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

• FLSA Status : Exempt - Administrative

• Telework Eligible : Yes *Telework arrangements may be possible. You will discuss your preferences and requirements of the position and complete a telework agreement. Employees do need to reside in MN or a border state and may need to report to the office on a periodic basis.

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

CURRENT permanent-classified MDE employees represented by MAPE who are eligible for interest bidding for the position should consult Article 16, Vacancies, Filling of Positions, Section 3, Job Posting and Interest Bidding, of their negotiated agreement. In order to be considered for the position as an interest bidder your application must be received by the "Bid Close" date listed above.

Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.

The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.

In this position, you will serve as the LGBTQ Education Specialist in the Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Center. The EDI Center's mission is to advance the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion to create the conditions for building authentic cross-cultural communities where harm is eliminated, and every person's humanity is acknowledged and valued.

In this role, you will work to provide educational leadership, program development, consultation, and resources to increase the capacity and subject matter expertise within school districts related to LGBTQ students and programming. You will work with help schools create LGBTQ school inclusion policies and practices using a racial equity lens to create a safer and more affirming learning environment for LGBTQ students.

Your work will include partnership with school administrators, school leaders, teachers, and students to implement the Gay, Lesbian, and Straight Education Network (GLSEN's) four key supports that work towards creating safe and inclusive schools for all. This includes working on Comprehensive Policy, Educator Support, Student-Led Clubs, and Inclusive Curriculum.

Minimum Qualifications

This position requires Five (5) years of Professional experience in K-12 education OR a bachelor's degree and Four (4) years of Professional experience in K-12 education

Experience must include:

· Leading LGBTQ programming, projects, or activities

· Experience developing and leading professional development

Preferred Qualifications

Community engagement with diverse populations experience.

· Experience administering education grants

· Experience providing training or consultation to educators on LGBTQ+ topics

· Experience leading or implementing LGBTQ policies and practices

· Experience with anti-bias and anti-racist principles, practices, and strategies.

Additional Requirements

Drivers License Check

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.