The SLEDS Director is responsible for ensuring the appropriate collection, management, and use of SLEDS and ECLDS data to support the State of Minnesota and partner agencies identify the most viable pathways for individuals in achieving successful outcomes in early care, education, and work; inform decisions to support and improve early care, education, and workforce policy and practice, and assist in creating a more seamless early care, education, and workforce system for all Minnesotans, especially for historically excluded populations. 

Additional responsibilities include enforcing appropriate use of both public and private data in accordance with federal and state data privacy regulations and responding to requests for data from the Minnesota Legislature, the Governor’s Office, and other stakeholders in a timely, accurate, and secure manner as allowed by federal and state law. 

This position requires developing and maintaining positive relationships with key stakeholders and work with a high degree of independence as they collaborate with the Minnesota P-20 Education Partnership, multiple state agencies, external organizations, and the P-20 education systems in the state and nationally. High level of professionalism is required, with the ability to manage a complex interagency team, and have an outcome-driven focus to lead a cohesive and committed team of professionals and stakeholders. The incumbent must possess a broad familiarity with research and statistics relevant to higher education and/or workforce policy. 

Occasional travel is required for out-of-state meetings. 

This role is expected to demonstrate the following State of Minnesota leadership competencies: Leading Self, Leading Others, Leading the Organization, Leading Outside the Organization, Leading with DEAI, and Getting Work Done. 

Qualifications

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 <Remove this bullet if this position is not eligible for 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.