Own the product planning and delivery of Salesforce-focused business processes for the Minnesota Department of Agriculture.

Lead documentation, prioritization, and delivery of MDA business processes to a technical team building in Salesforce, while aligning work to customer needs and business objectives.
Coordinate cross-functional teams to achieve successful outcomes through strong communication and collaboration.
Maintain a deep understanding of product vision, MDA business needs, customer perspective, and Salesforce.
Own the production support roadmap.
Direct and coordinate with MDA Division product owners to document and deliver new credentials and business processes into Salesforce.

4 years of experience in technical product planning or technical project management.
NOTE on experience substitution: advanced degree may substitute for work experience:
- Doctorate: 2 years
- Master’s: 18 months
- Bachelor’s: 1 year
- Associate’s: 6 months
At least 1 year of direct experience working as a product owner.
Experience with Salesforce at a development or implementation level.
Experience successfully leading technical implementation projects.
Experience working within an agile product management framework.
Ability to celebrate and commitment to a respectful and inclusive work environment.

Advanced knowledge of, or experience working in as a developer in, Salesforce.
Extensive experience as a product owner or product manager for a large technology platform or service.
Knowledge of technical public sector licensing solutions and business processes.
Knowledge of, or experience working in, the Minnesota agriculture industry.
Experience delivering high-quality technical solutions under tight time constraints.
Knowledge of government processes, practices, and procedures related to IT systems and their implementation and use.

Office position based in the St. Paul OLF office.
May telework on a schedule negotiated with the supervisor; some responsibilities may require in-person presence, meeting attendance, and occasional in-State travel.
Primarily computer-based work requiring extensive sitting and keyboard use for meetings and completion of work activities.
Flexibility required if schedule adjustments are needed.
Work hours: Day Shift, Monday - Friday.
Travel required: No.

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture will not sponsor work visas, including STEM OPT extensions.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US.
Job offer contingent on successfully passing a background check.
Background check components may include: SEMA4 Records Check (current/former state employees only), Employment Reference Check, and Conflict of Interest Review.

Salary range: $37.91 - $56.39 / hourly (equivalent to $79,156 - $117,742 annually).

Working Title: Salesforce Product Owner
Job Class: Planning Director State
Agency: Minnesota Department of Agriculture
Job ID: 97761
Location: Saint Paul, MN (hybrid; telework eligible: Yes)
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
Classified Status: Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - Minnesota Association of Professional Employees (MAPE)
FLSA Status: Exempt - Administrative
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

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Questions about applying: Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or [email protected].
Questions about this position: Nicole Neeser at [email protected].
Connect 700 Program applicants: apply online, email the Job ID #, Working Title, and valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Becky Hierlinger at [email protected].

Date Posted: 10/15/2026
Closing Date: 10/26/2026
Who May Apply: vacancy open to bidders and all qualified job seekers; bidders considered through 10/21/2026.

Salesforce Product Owner - Planning Director State

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