Software Coordinator - MA2

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 is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

Join the 2,800+ professionals of Minnesota IT Services (MNIT) who connect Minnesotans to services that will improve their lives. This position serves partners at the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH). The MNIT MDH team provides services for over 250+ applications and delivers the information technology to drive one of the leading public health systems in the nation. You will support an agency that works to protect, maintain, and improve the health of all Minnesotans.

About the role

As a Software Coordinator, you will implement centralized Information and Technology (IT) Hardware and Software Procurement, Asset Management, Inventory, and License Control processes and procedures for the Minnesota Department of Health and MNIT Services.

This position requires working onsite at 625 Robert Street N. St. Paul, Minnesota at least 50% of the time, with limited telework available. Telework eligibility depends on residence:

• Candidates living in Minnesota or within 50 miles of the worksite in a bordering state (Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Wisconsin) may telework up to 50%.
• Minnesota residents living more than 50 miles from the worksite may be eligible to telework more than 50%.
• Candidates living 50 miles or more from the worksite in a bordering state may work onsite 100% or may be telework eligible if relocating within 50 miles.

Responsibilities

• Perform IT procurement activities, including purchasing software, hardware, services, or related technology products.
• Interpret and apply IT policies, procedures, standards, or licensing requirements.
• Manage IT purchasing and financial management processes, including vendor quotes, purchase requests, invoices, and procurement systems.
• Handle data management and reporting using tools such as Microsoft Excel or Power BI.
• Coordinate IT activities across multiple teams, including software deployments, purchases, renewals, upgrades, and deadlines.

Requirements

Candidates must clearly demonstrate all of the following qualifications in their resume:

• A minimum of two (2) years of IT-related experience in software licensing, asset management, IT procurement, or financial/budget analysis.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively in a manner that facilitates mutual understanding.
• Customer-focused approach grounded in active listening, empathy, and solution-oriented problem-solving to deliver positive user experiences.

Qualifications

Education in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or an IT field may substitute for experience as follows:

• A master’s degree for eighteen (18) months of experience.
• A bachelor’s degree for one (1) year.
• An associate’s degree for six (6) months.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing enterprise software applications, software licensing, IT assets, or software deployment processes.
• Experience with Active Directory, Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM), Power BI, or other enterprise IT management tools.
• Knowledge of information security, software compliance, accessibility standards, and enterprise IT policies.

Additional Requirements

A successful candidate must pass all legally required checks prior to employment, which may include:

• SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and past state employees only).
• Criminal History Check.
• Reference Check.
• Social Security and Address Verification.
• Education Verification.
• CJIS Background Check.
• Other legally required checks.

Minnesota IT Services does not participate in the federal E-Verify program and is unable to sponsor applicants for work visas, including F-1 STEM OPT extensions. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application.

Pay

$26.12 - $37.91 / hourly; $54,538 - $79,156 / annually

Schedule

• Full-time, limited (12-month appointment).
• Day Shift: Monday - Friday.
• No travel required.

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. 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.
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (some positions may qualify).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support, including mental health, relationship challenges, 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.