Physical Plant Project Consultant - State Program Administrator Coordinator

Working Title: Physical Plant Project Consultant

Job Class: State Program Administrator, Coordinator

Agency: Corrections Dept

• Job ID : 96433

• Location : Stillwater

• Telework Eligible : No

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Limited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 08/19/2026

• Closing Date : 09/01/2026

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Corrections Dept / Corrections Facilities-MAPE

• Division/Unit : Minn Corr Facl - Stillwater / STW A/W Operations

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift/7:00 am - 3:30 pm

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $37.91 - $56.39 / hourly; $79,156 - $117,742 / annually

• Classified Status : Unclassified

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

• End Date : 08/17/2029

• FLSA Status : Exempt - Administrative

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : No

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.

The Minnesota Department of Corrections (DOC) is seeking a Physical Plant Project Consultant to serve as the primary strategic infrastructure liaison during the phased closure and decommissioning of the Minnesota Correctional Facility (MCF) - Stillwater.

This position evaluates physical plant concerns, manages asset preservation, reviews large-scale technical blueprints, and tracks capital project expenditures to ensure the safety, health and comfort of staff and incarcerated persons, and the physical structure is preserved.

This is temporary unclassified position that may last up to three (3) years during the phased closure and decommissioning of the Minnesota Correctional Facility (MCF) - Stillwater.

Minimum Qualifications

The following qualifications are required of all applicants seeking consideration for this position. Only applicants whose application materials clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for the position. To ensure accurate evaluation, your resume must clearly describe your experience in the required areas.

• Four (4) years' experience managing physical plant operations, facilities management, or construction management including developing and managing budgets and financial analysis. (Note: a Bachelor’s degree in construction management, facilities management, or a related field can be substituted for one (1) year of experience.)

Preferred Qualifications

The following qualifications are strongly desired of applicants seeking consideration for this position:

• Five (5) or more years' experience managing physical plant operations, facilities management, or construction management in a correctional environment.

• Program and project management skills, including planning and oversight of complex technical initiatives.

• Experience with short- and long-range planning principles.

• Knowledge of state purchasing and contracting laws, policies, and practices.

• Experience in analyzing and implementing end of life cycle initiatives within capital infrastructure.

Physical Requirements

The completion of pre-placement physical components may be required for this position. These components may consist of a tuberculosis screening, commercial drivers license (CDL) drug test, and/or respirator clearance. The selected finalist may also be required to review and sign a Physical Demands Analysis (PDA) for this position. For a copy of the PDA, please email Teresa Moen at [email protected]

Additional Requirements

The selection process may include screening the top candidate(s) on their criminal history, predatory offender registration, offender associations and/or other applicable background information in accordance with Department of Corrections’ policy. Top candidate(s) must pass a criminal history check which includes successful completion of all sentencing and/or restitution requirements of law enforcement jurisdictions, including probation.

Employment history/reference checks, including incidents of sexual harassment, will also be conducted on the top candidate(s) in accordance with Department of Corrections’ policy. This may include a review of job performance and discipline records.

New employees will be fingerprinted within the first 30 days of employment.

The Minnesota Department of Corrections (DOC) does not participate in E-Verify. The DOC will not sponsor applicants for work visas, including F-1 STEM OPT extensions. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

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.