Grants Site Monitor - Planner

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Working Title: Grants Site Monitor

Job Class: Planner

Agency: Cannabis Management Office

• Job ID: 97743
• Location: St. Paul
• Telework Eligible: Yes
• Full/Part Time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Limited
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 10/17/2026
• Closing Date: 11/02/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Cannabis Management Office / Cannabis Mgt Off - MAPE
• Division/Unit: Cannabis Management Office-OCM / Grants Staff
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: Yes - Up to 25% of the time
• Salary Range: $24.40 - $35.30 / hourly; $50,947 - $73,706 / annually
• Classified Status: Unclassified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
• End Date: Up to 3 years
• FLSA Status: Nonexempt
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

The work youll 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.

Job Summary

The Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) is seeking a detail-oriented professional to support its competitive grant programs. Responsibilities include application intake and preliminary review, reviewer coordination, grant monitoring, data analysis, reporting, recordkeeping, and process improvement. The position coordinates with internal staff, applicants, grantees, and reviewers to support accurate and timely grant activities.

The ideal candidate has organizational, research, analytical, and written communication skills; can manage multiple priorities; and exercises sound judgment while maintaining the confidentiality of not public government data in accordance with applicable requirements.

This position is telework eligible and requires three (3) days in office per week.

This is a temporary unclassified position and is expected to last up to three (3) years but may end at any time.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

To facilitate proper years of service crediting, 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.

• Two (2) years of experience in providing operational support on research, planning, and analytical projects related to competitive grant programs operations.

Experience must include:

• Organizational skills in compiling and analyzing grant data, preparing reports and summaries;

• Tracking program outcomes, implementation milestones, identifying trends, and gaps;

• Assisting in evaluating administrative processes, documenting findings to support program planning and management decisions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with Minnesota State policies, procedures, rules, and regulations around grants.
• Demonstrated experience using Microsoft Office software, particularly Microsoft Word, to create, format, edit, and finalize professional correspondence and documents including letters, memos, reports, meeting minutes, and emails. Must be able to prepare written communications that are grammatically correct, properly formatted, professional in appearance, and free of spelling and typographical errors.
• Experience with State grants procedures: grant request processes, grant reimbursement, grant transfer, etc.
• Experience supporting the development of training materials, technical guidance, or standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Additional Requirements

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

• SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and former state employees only)
• Employment Reference Check
• Conflict of Interest Review
• Criminal Background Check
• Valid Driver's License Check

The Office of Cannabis Management will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US.

Application Details

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 Mai Vang at mai.vang3@state.mn.us or 651-539-5832.

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 Mai Vang at mai.vang3@state.mn.us.

The Office of Cannabis Management supports our Veterans in job employment. If invited to interview, recently separated veterans will be required to present their DD-214 to the hiring agency for verification.

About Cannabis Management Office

The Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) is the primary regulatory office for the state's new and expanding cannabis industry (including the new adult-use market, the Medical Cannabis Program, and existing hemp-derived cannabinoid products). OCM is tasked with issuing business licenses, providing education and technical support to new businesses, administering grants to support community reinvestment and to organizations that will help farmers navigate the new industry and overseeing all aspects of Minnesota's cannabis industry. Join our team and become a part of OCM's mission to foster an equitable cannabis industry that prioritizes public health and safety, consumer confidence, and market integrity.

Working together to improve the state we love.

What do Minnesotas State employees have in common?

• A sense of purpose in their work
• Connection with their coworkers and communities
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Benefits

As an employee, youll 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
• 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.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.

APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES

Minnesota state agencies make reasonable accommodations to their employees and applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in searching or applying for jobs with the State of Minnesota, call the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and let us know the support you need.