Assistant Budget Director for Federal Funds & Capital Planning - Transportation Finance Manager

Working Title: Assistant Budget Director for Federal Funds & Capital Planning

Job Class: Transportation Finance Manager

Agency: Transportation Dept

• Job ID : 97521

• Location : St. Paul

• Telework Eligible : Yes

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 10/07/2026

• Closing Date : 10/27/2026

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Transportation Dept / Transportation-Managerial

• Division/Unit : Finance / Financial Management

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $46.51 - $66.81 / hourly; $97,112 - $139,499 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 220 - Manager/Unrep

• FLSA Status : Exempt - Executive

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

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 position is located at Central Office in St. Paul and may have the flexibility to telework, work a hybrid schedule, or work in the office. The incumbent will be required to make a telework arrangement with their supervisor. The incumbent will be expected to work in the office as determined by policy and discussion with their supervisor.

The position serves as one of two Assistant Budget Directors, with primary responsibility for agency-wide grant management, federal funds oversight, and non-state highway capital programs. It provides leadership and daily supervision to the Grant Support and Financial Planning & Analysis units. Key responsibilities include:

• Leading agencywide grant oversight, setting guidelines, ensuring federal and state compliance, coordinating with internal stakeholders, and directing the Grant Steering Committee.

• Overseeing federal budget management, ensuring alignment with laws and policy, coordinating federal funding strategy, and supervising staff who manage federal indirect and overhead rates.

• Directing development of the department’s capital budget and supporting informed decision-making through clear communication and strategic alignment.

• Managing capital investment cash-flow forecasting, spending assumptions, cash-position analysis, and long-term debt-service forecasting for Trunk Highway and General Obligation bond programs.

• Supporting the CFO, Controller, and Budget Director in all aspects of budgeting, financial planning, and preparation of finance-related policy options for leadership and external partners such as the Legislature, Governor’s Office, and Minnesota Management and Budget.

** The Minnesota Department of Transportation does not sponsor applicants for work visas or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.

Minimum Qualifications

Two years of managerial experience OR three years of professional supervisory experience OR four years of advanced professional experience that demonstrates:

• Grants experience administering and managing compliance with federal, state, and other administrative and financial management requirements.

• Experience analyzing fiscal issues, developing and evaluating solutions, advising management on recommended strategies, and ensuring compliance with relevant state and federal laws.

• Experience with the legislative process to include monitoring, analyzing, and advising on fiscal public policy topics, regulations, bills, or laws.

• Experience developing and managing large and complex budgets.

Additional Requirements

Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and criminal history check

It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components: SEMA4 Records Check, Criminal History Check, Employment Reference Check, Driver’s License Check, Education/License Verification and/or a drug and alcohol test.

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.