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Working Title: State Prog Admin Manager - System Manager for Benefits Job Class: State Program Administrator, Manager Agency: Minnesota State - Job ID: 96628
- Location : St. Paul
- Telework Eligible : Yes
- Full/Part Time : Full-Time
- Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
- Who May Apply : Open only to employees in the same agency
- Date Posted : 08/26/2026
- Closing Date : 09/02/2026
- Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : MN St Colleges & Universities / MNSCU Central Office-MGR
- Division/Unit : MnSCU System Office / MnSCU OOC Classified S - Z
- Appointment Type : Unlimited, Full-time
- Work Shift/Work Hours : Not Applicable Shift
- Days of Work : Monday - Friday
- Travel Required : No
- Salary Range: $41.58 - $60.10 / hourly; $86,819 - $125,488 / annually
- Classified Status : Classified
- Bargaining Unit/Union : 220 - Manager/Unrep
- FLSA Status : Exempt - Executive
- Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities : Yes
Job DescriptionThe position is accountable for the overall effectiveness, quality, and consistency of benefits and retirement service delivery across the Minnesota State system.Plan, organize, direct, and manage systemwide benefits and retirement administration functions for Minnesota State Colleges and Universities. This position provides strategic and operational leadership overbenefitsdelivery within the HR Shared Services model, ensuring high-quality, consistent, and compliant services across the enterprise.The incumbent is accountable forestablishingvision, priorities, and performance expectations forbenefitsoperations and for building a high-performing team that delivers responsive, customer-focused services. This role ensures alignment between enterprise strategy, regulatory requirements, and day-to-day operations while driving continuous improvement and service excellence.
Minimum Qualifications - Minimum of five (5) years of professional HR experience in benefits, retirement, payroll, HRIS, or related disciplines.Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related fieldmay substitute for one (1) year of professional experience.
- Minimum of one (1) year of supervisory or lead work experience.
- Experience administering employee benefit programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and ACA compliance.
- Experience interpreting employment laws, contracts, and policies to ensure compliance and mitigate risk.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Ability to effectively communicate and influence stakeholders at alllevels.
Preferred Qualification - Professional certifications (e.g., CEBS, SHRM-CP/SCP, PHR/SPHR).
- Experience in a public sector or unionized environment.
- Experience with Minnesota State systems (e.g., Workday, SCUPPS/SEMA4) and retirement plan administration.
- Experience leading change initiatives or shared services operations.
- Knowledge of higher education HR and benefits practices
How to Apply To apply to this role visit: https://minnstate.wd115.myworkdayjobs.com/Minnesota_State_Careers/job/St-Paul/State-Prog-Admin-Manager---System-Manager-for-Benefits_JR0000005612-1
Contact If you have questions about this position, contact Shane Moore at
[email protected] or 651-273-3967 .
To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Shane Moore at
[email protected] .
Benefits As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.
Your benefits may include: - Paid vacation and sick leave
- 12 paid holidays each year
- Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
- Fertility care, including IVF
- Diabetes care
- Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
- 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
- Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
- Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
- Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
- Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being
Support to help you reach your career goals: - Training, classes, and professional development
- Tuition reimbursement
- Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov )
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support: - A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
- Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
- Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care
Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.
Other Information Employment information for this position can be found in its collective bargaining agreement or its plan document at http://mn.gov/mmb/employee-relations/labor-relations/Labor/ .
