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  Req#: 5279524
  Salary : $74,353.76 - $102,313.12 Annually
  Location : Minneapolis, MN
  Job Type: Full-time
  Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
  Job Number: 2026-00149
  Department: Neighborhood & Community Relations
  Opening Date: 04/01/2026
  Closing Date: 4/17/2026 11:59 PM Central
  FLSA: Exempt
  Bargaining Unit: CPE
  
  Position Description
  Create access and equity to City services ensuring that barriers to participation are removed for under-represented communities (transgender, non-binary, and gender expansive communities) and lead the development and maintenance of trusted relationships with transgender, non-binary, and gender expansive communities to engage them into the decision making processes for the development and implementation of programs and policies for the City of Minneapolis and neighborhood organizations. Manage projects that span across departments, neighborhoods, and communities.
  
  Job Duties and Responsibilities
  
  
  1. Manage projects that span across departments, neighborhoods, and communities.
  2. Coordinate the planning, development, and implementation of department projects (past examples have been the Trans Equity Summit and the Trans Equity Council). This includes identifying staff to be involved, developing project scopes, creating work plans and timelines, and communicating frequently with staff, department partners, and external stakeholders.
  3. Act as liaison with other City departments on project requests, acting as a representative of the Department when assigned.
  4. Work closely with department leadership to assure that project scope and direction for each project is on schedule as well as meets intended outcomes, for NCR and other departments.
  5. Engage and establish relationships within under-represented communities, neighborhood organizations, and other community-based organizations, and provide leadership within under-represented communities to enhance access to City services
  6. Function as a liaison between NCR and other departments and agencies to anticipate and assist with issues where coordination with NCR will be required
  7. Provide leadership in development and delivery of outreach, community events, communication strategies, educational programs and materials, and providing knowledge of City services, the delivery of such services, policies, and programs
  8. Represent the City of Minneapolis in strategic partnership and solution strategies for increasing trusted relationships between under-represented communities and the City of Minneapolis enterprise
  9. Act as a liaison to create policies, promote equity and participate in community-wide equity projects, with a broad set of stakeholders, within the City of Minneapolis including non-profits, private and public sector organizations
  10. Represent the City of Minneapolis and serve as the staff person on task forces established by City Council and under-represented communities on issues that impact access and equity for residents
  11. Represent department where assigned for enterprise initiatives, including intergovernmental relations projects, City Council committees and outward-facing engagement opportunities
  12. Review, evaluate and implement City programs and services to determine methods to make them more accessible, equitable and useful for under-represented communities
  13. Participate in developing proposals, revision to rules, regulations, ordinances, and other formal documentation for the review and approval of elected officials, and other governing bodies
  14. Develop and implement issue-specific plans and strategies to effectively communicate with appropriate partners and stakeholders
  15. Coordinate partnership activities with both external and internal stakeholders that help achieve the goals of the project, program or initiative
  16. Use proven and innovative methodologies to engage the community in development of plans and actions to address racial and placed based disparities
  17. Provide recommendations, strategies and intent of policy development on local, state and federal government levels
  
  Required Qualifications
  
  MINIMUM EDUCATION
  Four year college degree in Gender studies, 2SLGBTQIA+ studies, African American Studies, Southeast Asian Studies, African Studies, American Indian Studies, Chicano Studies, Communications, Public Administration, Public Relations, Urban studies, Social Work, Political Science, Anthropology, or Equivalent.
  
  MINIMUM EXPERIENCE
  Three years of related experience which includes program, project management, and community engagement work in under- represented communities.
  
  LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS
  None required.
  
  INFO SESSION
  The Neighborhood & Community Relations Department will be hosting a virtual info session on Tuesday April 7th, 2026, from 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm. Below is the link and information to the session.
  
  Microsoft Teams meeting
  
  Join:
  
  Meeting ID: 229 035 872 769 81
  
  Passcode: FF7i62cr
  
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  Dial in by phone
  
  United States, Minneapolis
  Phone conference ID: 212 696 353#
  SELECTION PROCESSThe selection process will consist of a rating of relevant education and experience (100%). It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will be used to determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions. Only those candidates who attain a passing score (70%) on each step in the selection process will be placed on the eligible list. The City of Minneapolis Human Resources Department reserves the right to limit the number in any phase of the selection process.
  BACKGROUND CHECKThe City has determined that a criminal background check and/or qualifications check may be necessary for certain positions with this job title. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the City to obtain their criminal history and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.
  
  ELIGIBLE LIST STATEMENTThe names of applicants who meet minimum qualification and who pass the screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration. This list will be certified to the hiring manager who may use the list to fill a vacancy of the same job title. This eligible list will expire 1 (one) month after it has been established.
  UNION REPRESENTATION
  
  This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement between the City of Minneapolis and the Minneapolis Professional Employees Association (MPEA). For more information on the terms and conditions of this agreement please visit:
  INTERVIEW SELECTIONThe hiring authority reserves the right to determine the maximum number of candidates to interview from the established eligible list. If the hiring authority decides to interview other than by exam score order, they may select additional people to interview based on a candidate's education or experience related to the field, work history, or skills uniquely related to the operational needs of the position.
  
  Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  
  1. Ability to read, write and translate other languages fluently as deemed necessary and where applicable (Hmong, Spanish, Somali, Oromo, or Amharic)
  2. Knowledge of the needs of under-represented communities (transgender, non-binary, and gender expansive communities) at macro and micro levels
  3. Knowledge of computer operations, applications and software
  4. Strong oral and written communications skills
  5. Good knowledge of neighborhood engagement system (neighborhoods and community-based organizations)
  6. Ability to collaborate and work across multiple communities and leadership levels within community
  7. Ability to create consensus across diverse populations and solve complex social/community issues
  8. Ability to collaborate and work across City of Minneapolis Council, Hennepin County, Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board, Minneapolis Public Schools and other governmental agencies
  9. Ability to analyze information and make policy recommendations
  10. Ability to implement conflict resolution strategies
  11. Knowledge of cultural norms and values of under-represented communities (transgender, non-binary, and gender expansive communities)
  12. Knowledge of principles and best practices of engagement, outreach and resident participation
  13. Ability to manage projects
  
  
  As the largest and most vibrant city in the state, Minneapolis depends on purposeful, dedicated and innovative employees. Minneapolis has a large variety of careers for people of all experiences and backgrounds who come together for a singular purpose-serving the residents, businesses and visitors of Minneapolis.
  The City of Minneapolis is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
  Benefits Summary
  Our employees enjoy competitive salaries and generous benefits. We pride ourselves on a comprehensive benefits program that supports employees' health and financial well-being. Programs, resources, and benefit eligibility varies based on position, average hours worked, location and length of service. For detailed benefits information, please visit the
  
  Insurance
  Health insurance
  Eligibility for benefits begins the first of the month following employment date. The City of Minneapolis offers eligible employees with a choice of six provider networks, allowing you to select the best option for you. Available plans include Medica Choice Passport, Medica Elect, VantagePlus with Medica, Park Nicollet and HealthPartners Medical Group First with Medica, Ridgeview Community Network powered by Medica, and Clear Value with Medica.
  
  Dental insurance
  The City of Minneapolis offers dental insurance through Delta Dental of Minnesota and pays 100% of the monthly premium for eligible employees.
  
  Life insurance
  The city provides basic life insurance of one times your annual salary up to $50,000. You can elect to purchase optional life insurance.
  
  Paid time off
  Our generous leave package includes vacation, holidays and paid sick leave, which gives employees the opportunity to enhance their quality of life outside work. Amounts and accrual rates are based on years of experience and
  
  Paid parental leave
  City employees are eligible for up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in the event of a birth or placement for adoption of a child.
  
  Retirement
  City employees earn a pension and may choose to participate in additional retirement savings programs.
  • Pension: The City of Minneapolis participates in the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA). Employees and the City both contribute a percentage of your pay to fund future benefits.
  • Deferred compensation: Employees may choose to participate in pre-tax or after-tax savings plans through the Minnesota State Retirement System (MSRS).
  Transportation
  Eligible City employees may choose to participate in the following transportation programs:
  • Metropass: The program allows eligible employees to enroll in a pass for unlimited bus or light rail rides at a discounted price.
  • Parking or Van Pool: The City of Minneapolis gives you options to pay certain commuting costs, such as qualified parking and van pool expenses, with pre-tax dollars.
  
  Learning and development
  To engage and develop employees, the City of Minneapolis offers classes in leadership, cultural agility, change management and more. Additionally, educational discounts at Augsburg University, Hamline University, St. Catherine's, and St. Mary's University of Minnesota are available to City employees.
  
  Other perks
  Employees can also take advantage of flexible spending accounts, the , health club discounts and more.
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  How did you find out about this position? (Select all that apply)
  • Recruiter
  • City of Minneapolis website
  • City of Minneapolis employee
  • City of Minneapolis Career Opportunities Bulletin
  • Friend, family, or community
  • League of Minnesota Cities website
  • Diversityjobs.com website
  • Governmentjobs.com website
  • Indeed.com website
  • Minnesotajobs.com website
  • Minnesota Council of Nonprofits website
  • LinkedIn
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  • College or University
  • Community organization
  • Job Fair
  • Professional association
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  Please specify where you heard about this position (e.g., website name, City of Minneapolis employee name, job fair, professional association).
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  How many years of experience do you have performing the duties similar to those listed in the job description?
  • None
  • 1 years but less than 3 years
  • 3 years but less than 5 years
  • 5 years but less than 8 years
  • 9 or more
  
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  Please describe your experience performing the similar duties listed in the job description.
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  Describe your knowledge about and understanding of the complexity of and within the transgender, non-binary, and gender expansive communities in Minneapolis and the Twin Cities area including topics of concern or interest within this community. Please provide some information about your basis of knowledge. If you have no knowledge or understanding, type "N/A".
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  In your past work, describe how you have centered and built relationships with transgender, non-binary, and gender expansive communities. If you do not have this past experience, type "N/A".
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  Describe your experience coordinating the planning, development, and implementation of department projects.
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  Share any other values, skills, knowledge, or experience that you would bring to the workplace and to this position. Examples of this might include but is not limited to project management, data collection and analysis, and translation from oral communities into written structures, facilitation skills, etc. If you have no experience, type "N/A".
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