Program Manager

Position Description

As part of the City of Minneapolis Performance Management & Innovation Department, the Program Manager will work in partnership with existing City staff and other stakeholders to identify areas where our public services can be improved and develop innovative solutions. The Performance Management & Innovation Department helps the City innovate and transform lives. Working with residents, City departments, elected officials, organizations, community partners, businesses and stakeholders, we push for bold new ideas and create a culture of data-driven, community-centered service delivery in Minneapolis. An in-house consulting team that helps the City of Minneapolis address complex and pressing challenges, our collaborative approach advances innovation and moves the dial on equity and resilience by :

• Carefully exploring the issue and its unique challenges.
• Understanding what has worked before and what others are doing successfully.
• Leveraging techniques that generate new, relevant ideas.
• Providing structured project management to drive outcomes.
• Maintaining a data-driven culture that demonstrate results.

In this position, you'll work in an environment where ambiguity is the norm and exploration is essential, because the problems we tackle rarely come with clear answers. We're looking for people who bring curiosity and momentum, those who thrive in iterative work, uncover solutions through experimentation, and see feedback as a collaborative tool for shaping stronger outcomes.

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.

The City of Minneapolis does not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Required Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications :

Bachelor's Degree business, economics, public administration, social science, social work or in a closely related field

Minimum Experience :

Two years of related experience that includes project and program management preferably in a complex, political environment, supervisory experience, and community outreach with diverse communities

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 (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 Minneapolis Public Employees Association (MPEA).

City of Minneapolis CPE Labor Agreement Page : government / departments / hr / labor-agreements / professional-employees /

Minneapolis Public Employees Association (MPEA) :

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 1 month 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

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.