Language and Accessibility Coordinator - Affirmative Action Officer 3

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Working Title : Limited English Proficiency Coordinator

Job Class : Affirmative Action Officer 3

• Job ID : 89073
• Location : St. Paul
• Telework Eligible : Yes
• Full / Part Time : Full-Time
• Regular / Temporary : Unlimited
• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers. This vacancy is open for bids and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Bidders will be considered through 10 / 01 / 25. Please note that to be considered a bidder, you must be a permanent, non-probationary DCYF employee in the same job classification as the position posted.
• Date Posted : 09 / 25 / 2025
• Closing Date : 10 / 08 / 2025
• Hiring Agency / Seniority Unit : Children Youth & Families Dept / DCYF - MAPE
• Division / Unit : DCYF / General Counsel Office
• Work Shift : Day Shift
• Work Hours : 8 : 00 AM - 4 : 30 PM
• Days of Work : Monday - Friday
• Travel Required : No
• Salary Range : $31.26 - $46.15 / hourly; $65,270 - $96,361 / annually
• Classified Status : Classified
• Bargaining Unit / Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl / MAPE
• FLSA Status : Exempt - Administrative
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities : Yes

Overview

The Affirmative Action Officer 3 (AAO3) serves as DCYF's Limited English Proficiency (LEP) Coordinator and technical expert for language access, accessibility, and civil rights compliance within the Equal Opportunity and Access Division (EOAD). This position ensures the agency complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Minnesota Human Rights Act, and other applicable laws as they relate to Limited English Proficiency, language access, and accessibility standards.

The incumbent develops, implements, and monitors DCYF's LEP and Language Access Plans, provides compliance guidance and technical assistance to counties, tribes, grantees, and internal divisions, and coordinates responses to language-access-related complaints and investigations. The AAO3 also leads training and outreach initiatives, oversees vendor-supported interpretation and translation services, and uses data analysis to identify and address systemic barriers. By doing so, the AAO3 advances DCYF's mission to provide equitable, accessible, and culturally responsive services for children, youth, and families across Minnesota.

Responsibilities

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Additional Requirements

How To Apply

Select "Apply for Job" at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, go to http : / / www.mn.gov / careers.

Contact : If you have questions about this position, contact Anthony Pledger at anthony.pledger@state.mn.us. To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Susan Vang at susan.y.vang@state.mn.us. If you are an individual with a disability and need an ADA accommodation for an interview, you may contact the DCYF ADA Coordinator at 651-431-4945 or DCYF ADA at ada.dcyf@state.mn.us.

Equal Opportunity

MINNESOTA state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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