Payroll Lead - Management Analyst 2

Working Title: Payroll Lead

Job Class: Management Analyst 2

Agency: Department of Employment and Economic Development

• Job ID : 94477

• Location : St. Paul

• Telework Eligible : Yes, may be eligible for some telework.

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : This vacancy is open for bids and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Bidders will be considered through 06/08/2026.

• Date Posted : 06/02/2026

• Closing Date : 06/11/2026

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Department of Employment and Economic Development / MAPE

• Division/Unit : Fiscal Management

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift, 8:00AM to 4:30PM

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $25.67 - $37.26 / hourly; $53,598 - $77,798 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - Minnesota Association of Professional Employees / MAPE

• FLSA Status : Nonexempt

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities ( : 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 exists to coordinate and maintain the Payroll Services unit and the department's payroll operations to ensure that department employees are appropriately paid and personnel expenses are appropriately charged. The position also develops, implements, and maintains payroll policies and procedures.

This position is telework ( eligible. Staff are provided with the tools and equipment to be successful in a virtual work environment. Please note, the telework policy could change with notice based on business needs.

This posting may be used to fill multiple positions.

Minimum Qualifications

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. Only applicants whose resumes clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for this position.

One (1) year of experience processing payroll

Applicants that meet the above minimum qualification will be further evaluated on the following:

• Experience analyzing payroll data and preparing payroll reports.

• Experience coaching and training peers.

• Experience with process improvement and internal controls.

• Experience working with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams), including creating spreadsheets and applying formulas.

• Ability to manage competing priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or closely related field as determined by the agency.

• Experience with providing excellent customer service to our employees.

• Experience maintaining payroll policies and procedures to ensure compliance with federal and state laws and regulations.

• Knowledge of Statewide Employee Management (SEMA4) or other payroll systems.

• 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

A job offer will be contingent upon successfully passing a background check. The background check may consist of the following components:

• Criminal Background Check

• Employment Records Check (current and former State employees only)

• Employment Reference Check

• Conflict of Interest Review

• Driver's License and Records Check

The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

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 View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io . Please indicate what assistance is needed.