Skills Development Specialist

Working Title: Skills Development Specialist

Job Class: Skills Development Specialist

Agency: Direct Care and Treatment

• Job ID : 98072

• Location : St. Peter

• Telework Eligible : No

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 10/29/2026

• Closing Date : 11/12/2026

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Direct Care and Treatment / MAPE Forensics

• Division/Unit : MSOP Support Functions / MSOP SP Vocational

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift 7am-3:30-pm

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $24.40 - $35.30 / hourly; $50,947 - $73,706 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

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

• FLSA Status : Nonexempt

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

Direct Care & Treatment (DCT) is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DCT does not participate in E-Verify.

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 vacancy will be used to fill two (2) positions.

The Minnesota Sex Offender Program (MSOP) is a residential, sex offense specific treatment program in a modified therapeutic community and secure setting that provides services to over 700 individuals who have been civilly committed for sexual offending. MSOP is a national leader in the industry and is committed to providing services on the leading edge of the comprehensive evaluation, treatment, and management of clients. MSOP has facilities in Moose Lake and St. Peter, MN.

Th e Skills Development Specialist exits to act as a primary liaison for MSOP clients vocational programming opportunities; and a primary liaison within Minnesota State Industries manufacturing operations, partners, customers and vendors, coordinating activities relating to the manufacturing, sale, logistics and inventory of product lines in a manner that assures therapeutic treatment and educational delivery systems are maintained for clients within a vocational setting at MSOP.

In this role you will provide therapeutic principles of positive work habits, job skill development and personal growth through the supervision and training of clients in the disbursement of orders, manufacturing processes, quality initiatives, inventory control for Minnesota State Industries product lines. Additionally, the Skills Development Specialist will provide training and instruction on areas related to facility needs such as food services, building services, cleaning groups, horticulture, etc. in a manner that facilitates delivery of treatment, therapy, and education systems to clients.

Primary Responsibilities Include:

• Provide administrative control and direction in the treatment/training/education of clients in production and logistical services for MSOP vocational product lines and MSOP facility needs.

• Provide work direction, technical and administrative support, and coordination to MSOP clients, production staff, and customer service representatives in the areas of production and logistical support of Minnesota State Industries product lines.

• Develop systems, staff and client training and procedures to facilitate authorization, distribution, completion and verification of tasks performed and inventory purchased, utilized and maintained

• Oversee client's completion of documentation for the movement of raw materials and finished product and the development and management of a record keeping system for inventory control purposes.

• Manage on-duty time and leave time so that the client's work is completed, and the goals and objectives are met.

• Effectively function as a member of the interdisciplinary team by providing a safe and secure facility so that clients receive quality professional serves in a therapeutic environment that is safe for clients and staff.

Minimum Qualifications

To qualify, applicants must have:

• High school diploma or GED AND

• Two (2) years’ experience in a manufacturing or therapeutic services environment that demonstrates all the following:

• Developing, facilitating, and/or evaluating programming aimed at improving client or staff success through instruction, training, and/or practice of independent living and positive socialization skills.

• Daily utilization of computer software to track, edit, file and schedule shipments, and compile various information for reporting purposes. (Spreadsheets and Database systems)

• Strong organizational and relationship building skills to address concerns of customers, staff, and clients.

• Experience that demonstrates leading and teaching complex concepts to others with varying levels of ability and comprehension.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business management, rehab therapy, or behavioral or social science field.

• Experience working within a 24/7 secure environment

• Working knowledge of scheduling systems, database management, warehouse systems and/or e-commerce systems.

• Possess Six Sigma or Continuous Improvement Process training/certification.

• Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

Additional Requirements

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS – Direct Care & Treatment will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.

EDUCATION VERIFICATION - Applicants will be required to provide a copy of their high school diploma OR a copy of their highest degree earned at time of interview. Copies of a college degree/diploma are acceptable ONLY if it clearly identifies the field in which it was earned and the graduation date.

Direct Care & Treatment (DCT) healthcare facilities require employees to provide documentation that they are free from tuberculosis(TB) through a blood test prior to employment. DCT does not accept TB skin testing.

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 [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.