Job Description

Working Title: LGBTQ Education Specialist

Job Class: Education Consultant 3

Agency: Education Department

• Job ID : 90203

• Location : Minneapolis

• Telework Eligible : Yes

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 11/11/2025

• Closing Date : 12/02/2025

• Bid Open Date: 11/11/2025

• Bid Close Date: 11/18/2025

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

• Division/Unit : Education-St Paul / EDI Cultural Responsiveness

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Not Applicable Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : Yes

• Salary Range: $38.55 - $57.35 / hourly; $80,492 - $119,746 / 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

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 "Closed for Bid" date listed above.

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.

In this position, you will serve as the LGBTQ Education Specialist in the Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Center. 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 school inclusion policies and practices for a safer and more affirming learning environment for all students.

Additional duties included are to;

• Research, plan, develop, facilitate, and evaluate large-scale virtual and in-person professional learning, professional networking opportunities, and implementation activities that are designed to develop, improve, and support district and school staff to implement effective practices.

• Support the Gender-Neutral Single-User Restrooms for Charter Schools and cohorts. This grant program is designed to intentionally increase accessible use of restroom facilities and improve student health and safety through measurable outcomes.

• Provide technical assistance and coaching that supports district and school leaders to build their knowledge and skills in implementing effective policies, frameworks and practices.

• Assist in the collection, development and distribution of critical guidance and resources to support educators

• Perform other duties as assigned by director of the center, and contribute as needed to center and MDE teams, responsibilities, and activities in an appropriate and timely manner.

This position is eligible for telework to applicants who reside in Minnesota or a bordering state. Effective June 1, employees living within 50 miles of the office location listed above will be required to work in the office at least 50% of the time each month. For those who live 50 or more miles away, with supervisory approval and satisfactory performance are eligible to telework up to 100% of the time.

Minimum Qualifications

Please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicate the beginning and ending month and year for each job held. Only applicants whose resumes clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for this position.

Five (5) years of Professional experience in K-12 education OR a master's degree may substitute for 18 months of experience; a bachelor's degree may substitute for one year of experience.

Experience must include:

• Leading LGBTQ programming, projects, or activities

• Experience developing and leading professional development to educators

• Experience administering education grants

Preferred Qualifications

• Community engagement with diverse populations experience

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

• Experience leading or implementing LGBTQ policies and practices

• Experience with anti-bias practices and strategies.

Additional Requirements

A job offer will be contingent upon successfully passing a background check. The background check may consist of the following components:

SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and former state employees only)

Employment Reference Check

Conflict of Interest Review

Driver's License Check

Criminal Background Check

Education Background Check

The Minnesota Department of Education 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.

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