Minnesota / Employ & Economic Development Department / State Program Administrative Director

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State Program Administrative Director

Lead staff and operations — set priorities, allocate resources, and oversee program delivery.

24 employees hold this title in Employ & Economic Development Department. Median total compensation for the role is $105,360, above the department median of $76,816.

Employees: 24
Total payroll: $2.2M
Role median: $105,360
Agency median: $76,816
Comparison: Above

What the records show

Role pay distribution

Pay distribution for this role

$15,165$115,212+

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How total compensation varies among the 24 people in this role. Even for one job title, pay differs with seniority, step, overtime, and tenure. Each bar is a pay range; the far-right bar collects the highest earners.

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This role across Minnesota

State Program Administrative Director is held in 32 Minnesota departments. In Employ & Economic Development Department, the median of $105,360 ranks #25 of 32.

Highest-paying departments for this role

Peace Officers Board - Post

$144,327 · 1

Secretary of State

$136,461 · 1

Lottery

$126,689 · 2

Animal Health Board

$116,564 · 1

Pollution Control Agency

$113,569 · 4

Labor & Industry Department

$112,504 · 19

Mnsure

$112,504 · 1

MN St Colleges & Universities

$112,504 · 3

Direct Care and Treatment Department

$112,504 · 53

Public Utilities Community

$112,504 · 1

Natural Resources Department

$112,503 · 40

Commerce Department

$111,260 · 8

Median total compensation for the State Program Administrative Director role in other Minnesotadepartments (highest first). Each bar links to that department’s page for this role.

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Employees with this title

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John Hulet

State Program Administrative Director/Employ & Economic Development Department

2025 total comp

$115,212

Sub-department: SSB Workforce Development X
Base pay: $112,504
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $2,708
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $115,212
Hire date: 2007-10-01
Employment type: Full-Time
Pay grade: 21
Union / bargaining unit: Middle Management Association
Pay basis: Hourly
Full-time equivalent (FTE): 1
Work county: Ramsey

Source-specific fields

Active on June 30, 2025: Yes
Agency Number: B22
Bargaining Unit Number: 216
Branch: Executive
Branch Code: Executive
Classified Code: Classified
Classified Status: Classified
Compensation Frequency Code: Hourly

John Hulet holds the role of State Program Administrative Director at Employ & Economic Development Department within Ssb Workforce Development X. Hired in 2007, they have about 18 years of service as a full-time employee. In 2025, their total compensation was $115,212. They are represented by Middle Management Association.

Edward Lecher

State Program Administrative Director/Employ & Economic Development Department

2025 total comp

$115,212

Sub-department: SSB Workforce Development X
Base pay: $112,504
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $2,708
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $115,212
Hire date: 2005-04-04
Employment type: Full-Time
Pay grade: 21
Union / bargaining unit: Middle Management Association
Pay basis: Hourly
Full-time equivalent (FTE): 1
Work county: Ramsey

Source-specific fields

Active on June 30, 2025: Yes
Agency Number: B22
Bargaining Unit Number: 216
Branch: Executive
Branch Code: Executive
Classified Code: Classified
Classified Status: Classified
Compensation Frequency Code: Hourly

Edward Lecher holds the role of State Program Administrative Director at Employ & Economic Development Department within Ssb Workforce Development X. Their tenure dates to 2005, about 20 years as a full-time employee. In 2025, their total compensation was $115,212. Union affiliation: Middle Management Association.

Cameron Macht

State Program Administrative Director/Employ & Economic Development Department

2025 total comp

$115,212

Sub-department: CO Labor Market Info
Base pay: $112,504
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $2,708
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $115,212
Hire date: 2002-10-16
Employment type: Full-Time
Pay grade: 21
Union / bargaining unit: Middle Management Association
Pay basis: Hourly
Full-time equivalent (FTE): 1
Work county: Kandiyohi

Source-specific fields

Active on June 30, 2025: Yes
Agency Number: B22
Bargaining Unit Number: 216
Branch: Executive
Branch Code: Executive
Classified Code: Classified
Classified Status: Classified
Compensation Frequency Code: Hourly

Cameron Macht works as a State Program Administrative Director for Employ & Economic Development Department within Co Labor Market Information. They have served since 2002 (about 23 years) as a full-time employee. Cameron earned $115,212 in 2025. They are represented by Middle Management Association.

Shannon Rolf

State Program Administrative Director/Employ & Economic Development Department

2025 total comp

$113,839

Sub-department: WFD WF Systems Coordination
Base pay: $110,885
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $2,954
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $113,839
Hire date: 2021-01-20
Employment type: Full-Time
Pay grade: 21
Union / bargaining unit: Middle Management Association
Pay basis: Hourly
Full-time equivalent (FTE): 1
Work county: Ramsey

Source-specific fields

Active on June 30, 2025: Yes
Agency Number: B22
Bargaining Unit Number: 216
Branch: Executive
Branch Code: Executive
Classified Code: Classified
Classified Status: Classified
Compensation Frequency Code: Hourly

Shannon Rolf holds the role of State Program Administrative Director at Employ & Economic Development Department within Wfd Wf Systems Coordination. Their tenure dates to 2021, about 4 years as a full-time employee. In 2025, their total compensation was $113,839. They are represented by Middle Management Association.

Jeremiah Carter

State Program Administrative Director/Employ & Economic Development Department

2025 total comp

$112,504

Sub-department: WFD Job Seeker Services
Base pay: $112,504
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $0
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $112,504
Hire date: 2011-12-28
Employment type: Full-Time
Pay grade: 21
Union / bargaining unit: Middle Management Association
Pay basis: Hourly
Full-time equivalent (FTE): 1
Work county: Ramsey

Source-specific fields

Active on June 30, 2025: Yes
Agency Number: B22
Bargaining Unit Number: 216
Branch: Executive
Branch Code: Executive
Classified Code: Classified
Classified Status: Classified
Compensation Frequency Code: Hourly

Jeremiah Carter is a State Program Administrative Director at Employ & Economic Development Department within Wfd Job Seeker Services. They have served since 2011 (about 14 years), working full-time. 2025 total compensation came to $112,504. Union affiliation: Middle Management Association.

Sheila Koenig

State Program Administrative Director/Employ & Economic Development Department

2025 total comp

$112,504

Sub-department: SSB Workforce Development X
Base pay: $112,504
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $0
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $112,504
Hire date: 2015-07-01
Employment type: Full-Time
Pay grade: 21
Union / bargaining unit: Middle Management Association
Pay basis: Hourly
Full-time equivalent (FTE): 1
Work county: Ramsey

Source-specific fields

Active on June 30, 2025: Yes
Agency Number: B22
Bargaining Unit Number: 216
Branch: Executive
Branch Code: Executive
Classified Code: Classified
Classified Status: Classified
Compensation Frequency Code: Hourly

At Employ & Economic Development Department, Sheila Koenig serves as a State Program Administrative Director within Ssb Workforce Development X. Hired in 2015, they have about 10 years of service, working full-time. Their 2025 pay totaled $112,504. Union affiliation: Middle Management Association.

Katie Lindorfer

State Program Administrative Director/Employ & Economic Development Department

2024 total comp

$109,234

Sub-department: BCD Business Finance
Base pay: $107,634
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $1,600
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $109,234
Hire date: 2016-05-02
Employment type: Full-Time
Pay grade: 21
Union / bargaining unit: Middle Management Association
Pay basis: Hourly
Full-time equivalent (FTE): 1
Work county: Ramsey

Source-specific fields

Active on June 30, 2024: Yes
Agency Number: B22
Bargaining Unit Number: 216
Branch: Executive
Branch Code: Executive
Classified Code: Classified
Classified Status: Classified
Compensation Frequency Code: Hourly

Katie Lindorfer is a State Program Administrative Director at Employ & Economic Development Department within Bcd Business Finance. Hired in 2016, they have about 8 years of service, working full-time. 2024 total compensation came to $109,234. Their bargaining unit is Middle Management Association.

Tyler Sadek

State Program Administrative Director/Employ & Economic Development Department

2025 total comp

$108,004

Sub-department: RS VR Field SVS X
Base pay: $108,004
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $0
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $108,004
Hire date: 2023-08-16
Employment type: Full-Time
Pay grade: 21
Union / bargaining unit: Middle Management Association
Pay basis: Hourly
Full-time equivalent (FTE): 1
Work county: Ramsey

Source-specific fields

Active on June 30, 2025: Yes
Agency Number: B22
Bargaining Unit Number: 216
Branch: Executive
Branch Code: Executive
Classified Code: Classified
Classified Status: Classified
Compensation Frequency Code: Hourly

Tyler Sadek works as a State Program Administrative Director for Employ & Economic Development Department within Rs Vr Field Services X. They have served since 2023 (about 2 years) as a full-time employee. Tyler earned $108,004 in 2025. Union affiliation: Middle Management Association.

Natasha Kukowski

State Program Administrative Director/Employ & Economic Development Department

2024 total comp

$107,639

Sub-department: BCD Community Finance
Base pay: $107,639
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $0
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $107,639
Hire date: 2016-01-06
Employment type: Full-Time
Pay grade: 21
Union / bargaining unit: Middle Management Association
Pay basis: Hourly
Full-time equivalent (FTE): 1
Work county: Ramsey

Source-specific fields

Active on June 30, 2024: Yes
Agency Number: B22
Bargaining Unit Number: 216
Branch: Executive
Branch Code: Executive
Classified Code: Classified
Classified Status: Classified
Compensation Frequency Code: Hourly

Natasha Kukowski works as a State Program Administrative Director for Employ & Economic Development Department within Bcd Community Finance. They have served since 2016 (about 8 years) as a full-time employee. Natasha earned $107,639 in 2024. They are represented by Middle Management Association.

Jason Burak

State Program Administrative Director/Employ & Economic Development Department

2024 total comp

$107,634

Sub-department: BCD Business Finance
Base pay: $107,634
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $0
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $107,634
Hire date: 2019-08-14
Employment type: Full-Time
Pay grade: 21
Union / bargaining unit: Middle Management Association
Pay basis: Hourly
Full-time equivalent (FTE): 1
Work county: Ramsey

Source-specific fields

Active on June 30, 2024: Yes
Agency Number: B22
Bargaining Unit Number: 216
Branch: Executive
Branch Code: Executive
Classified Code: Classified
Classified Status: Classified
Compensation Frequency Code: Hourly

Jason Burak holds the role of State Program Administrative Director at Employ & Economic Development Department within Bcd Business Finance. They have served since 2019 (about 5 years) as a full-time employee. In 2024, their total compensation was $107,634. They are represented by Middle Management Association.

Chinwe Ngwu

State Program Administrative Director/Employ & Economic Development Department

2024 total comp

$107,634

Sub-department: BCD Business Finance
Base pay: $107,634
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $0
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $107,634
Hire date: 2016-02-16
Employment type: Full-Time
Pay grade: 21
Union / bargaining unit: Middle Management Association
Pay basis: Hourly
Full-time equivalent (FTE): 1
Work county: Ramsey

Source-specific fields

Active on June 30, 2024: Yes
Agency Number: B22
Bargaining Unit Number: 216
Branch: Executive
Branch Code: Executive
Classified Code: Classified
Classified Status: Classified
Compensation Frequency Code: Hourly

Chinwe Ngwu is a State Program Administrative Director at Employ & Economic Development Department within Bcd Business Finance. Their tenure dates to 2016, about 8 years, working full-time. 2024 total compensation came to $107,634. Union affiliation: Middle Management Association.

Amy Carlson

State Program Administrative Director/Employ & Economic Development Department

2025 total comp

$105,638

Sub-department: WFD Worforce Dev Dir
Base pay: $105,638
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $0
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $105,638
Hire date: 2012-10-30
Employment type: Full-Time
Pay grade: 21
Union / bargaining unit: Middle Management Association
Pay basis: Hourly
Full-time equivalent (FTE): 1
Work county: Ramsey

Source-specific fields

Active on June 30, 2025: Yes
Agency Number: B22
Bargaining Unit Number: 216
Branch: Executive
Branch Code: Executive
Classified Code: Classified
Classified Status: Classified
Compensation Frequency Code: Hourly

Amy Carlson is a State Program Administrative Director at Employ & Economic Development Department within Wfd Worforce Development Director. Their tenure dates to 2012, about 13 years, working full-time. 2025 total compensation came to $105,638. Their bargaining unit is Middle Management Association.

Courtney Wanek

State Program Administrative Director/Employ & Economic Development Department

2025 total comp

$105,081

Sub-department: SSB Workforce Development X
Base pay: $105,081
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $0
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $105,081
Hire date: 2013-10-10
Employment type: Full-Time
Pay grade: 21
Union / bargaining unit: Middle Management Association
Pay basis: Hourly
Full-time equivalent (FTE): 1
Work county: Ramsey

Source-specific fields

Active on June 30, 2025: Yes
Agency Number: B22
Bargaining Unit Number: 216
Branch: Executive
Branch Code: Executive
Classified Code: Classified
Classified Status: Classified
Compensation Frequency Code: Hourly

Courtney Wanek holds the role of State Program Administrative Director at Employ & Economic Development Department within Ssb Workforce Development X. They have served since 2013 (about 12 years) as a full-time employee. In 2025, their total compensation was $105,081. Union affiliation: Middle Management Association.

Stephen Wolff

State Program Administrative Director/Employ & Economic Development Department

2024 total comp

$103,726

Sub-department: BCD Business Finance
Base pay: $102,126
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $1,600
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $103,726
Hire date: 2010-08-04
Employment type: Full-Time
Pay grade: 21
Union / bargaining unit: Middle Management Association
Pay basis: Hourly
Full-time equivalent (FTE): 1
Work county: Ramsey

Source-specific fields

Active on June 30, 2024: No
Agency Number: B22
Bargaining Unit Number: 216
Branch: Executive
Branch Code: Executive
Classified Code: Classified
Classified Status: Classified
Compensation Frequency Code: Hourly

Stephen Wolff works as a State Program Administrative Director for Employ & Economic Development Department within Bcd Business Finance. Their tenure dates to 2010, about 14 years as a full-time employee. Stephen earned $103,726 in 2024. They are represented by Middle Management Association.

Patrick Armon

State Program Administrative Director/Employ & Economic Development Department

2024 total comp

$103,205

Sub-department: BCD Community Finance
Base pay: $103,003
Overtime: $203
Other pay: $0
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $103,205
Hire date: 1992-06-08
Employment type: Full-Time
Pay grade: 21
Union / bargaining unit: Middle Management Association
Pay basis: Hourly
Full-time equivalent (FTE): 1
Work county: Ramsey

Source-specific fields

Active on June 30, 2024: Yes
Agency Number: B22
Bargaining Unit Number: 216
Branch: Executive
Branch Code: Executive
Classified Code: Classified
Classified Status: Classified
Compensation Frequency Code: Hourly

Patrick Armon is a State Program Administrative Director at Employ & Economic Development Department within Bcd Community Finance. Hired in 1992, they have about 32 years of service, working full-time. 2024 total compensation came to $103,205. They are represented by Middle Management Association.

Chloe Campbell

State Program Administrative Director/Employ & Economic Development Department

2025 total comp

$102,418

Sub-department: CO Labor Market Info
Base pay: $102,418
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $0
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $102,418
Hire date: 2016-02-22
Employment type: Full-Time
Pay grade: 21
Union / bargaining unit: Middle Management Association
Pay basis: Hourly
Full-time equivalent (FTE): 1
Work county: Ramsey

Source-specific fields

Active on June 30, 2025: Yes
Agency Number: B22
Bargaining Unit Number: 216
Branch: Executive
Branch Code: Executive
Classified Code: Classified
Classified Status: Classified
Compensation Frequency Code: Hourly

Chloe Campbell is a State Program Administrative Director at Employ & Economic Development Department within Co Labor Market Information. Their tenure dates to 2016, about 9 years, working full-time. 2025 total compensation came to $102,418. They are represented by Middle Management Association.

Dacia Vanalstine

State Program Administrative Director/Employ & Economic Development Department

2025 total comp

$101,823

Sub-department: SSB Workforce Development X
Base pay: $99,210
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $2,613
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $101,823
Hire date: 2008-03-27
Employment type: Full-Time
Pay grade: 21
Union / bargaining unit: Middle Management Association
Pay basis: Hourly
Full-time equivalent (FTE): 1
Work county: Ramsey

Source-specific fields

Active on June 30, 2025: Yes
Agency Number: B22
Bargaining Unit Number: 216
Branch: Executive
Branch Code: Executive
Classified Code: Classified
Classified Status: Classified
Compensation Frequency Code: Hourly

At Employ & Economic Development Department, Dacia Vanalstine serves as a State Program Administrative Director within Ssb Workforce Development X. Hired in 2008, they have about 17 years of service, working full-time. Their 2025 pay totaled $101,823. Their bargaining unit is Middle Management Association.

Anthony Christopherson

State Program Administrative Director/Employ & Economic Development Department

2025 total comp

$82,323

Sub-department: Paid Leave-Contact Center Ops
Base pay: $82,323
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $0
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $82,323
Hire date: 2024-09-25
Employment type: Full-Time
Pay grade: 21
Union / bargaining unit: Middle Management Association
Pay basis: Hourly
Full-time equivalent (FTE): 1
Work county: -

Source-specific fields

Active on June 30, 2025: Yes
Agency Number: B22
Bargaining Unit Number: 216
Branch: Executive
Branch Code: Executive
Classified Code: Classified
Classified Status: Classified
Compensation Frequency Code: Hourly

At Employ & Economic Development Department, Anthony Christopherson serves as a State Program Administrative Director within Paid Leave-Contact Center Operations. Their tenure dates to 2024, about a year, working full-time. Their 2025 pay totaled $82,323. Their bargaining unit is Middle Management Association.

Thomas Kuphal

State Program Administrative Director/Employ & Economic Development Department

2025 total comp

$79,435

Sub-department: Paid Leave-Contact Center Ops
Base pay: $79,435
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $0
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $79,435
Hire date: 2024-09-25
Employment type: Full-Time
Pay grade: 21
Union / bargaining unit: Middle Management Association
Pay basis: Hourly
Full-time equivalent (FTE): 1
Work county: -

Source-specific fields

Active on June 30, 2025: Yes
Agency Number: B22
Bargaining Unit Number: 216
Branch: Executive
Branch Code: Executive
Classified Code: Classified
Classified Status: Classified
Compensation Frequency Code: Hourly

Thomas Kuphal is a State Program Administrative Director at Employ & Economic Development Department within Paid Leave-Contact Center Operations. Their tenure dates to 2024, about a year, working full-time. 2025 total compensation came to $79,435. Their bargaining unit is Middle Management Association.

Christine Widmer

State Program Administrative Director/Employ & Economic Development Department

2025 total comp

$39,317

Sub-department: Paid Leave-Claims Admin
Base pay: $39,317
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $0
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $39,317
Hire date: 2025-01-28
Employment type: Full-Time
Pay grade: 21
Union / bargaining unit: Middle Management Association
Pay basis: Hourly
Full-time equivalent (FTE): 1
Work county: -

Source-specific fields

Active on June 30, 2025: Yes
Agency Number: B22
Bargaining Unit Number: 216
Branch: Executive
Branch Code: Executive
Classified Code: Classified
Classified Status: Classified
Compensation Frequency Code: Hourly

Christine Widmer holds the role of State Program Administrative Director at Employ & Economic Development Department within Paid Leave-Claims Administrative. Their tenure dates to 2025, under a year as a full-time employee. In 2025, their total compensation was $39,317. Union affiliation: Middle Management Association.

Danielle Commerford

State Program Administrative Director/Employ & Economic Development Department

2025 total comp

$39,317

Sub-department: Paid Leave-Claims Admin
Base pay: $39,317
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $0
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $39,317
Hire date: 2025-01-28
Employment type: Full-Time
Pay grade: 21
Union / bargaining unit: Middle Management Association
Pay basis: Hourly
Full-time equivalent (FTE): 1
Work county: -

Source-specific fields

Active on June 30, 2025: Yes
Agency Number: B22
Bargaining Unit Number: 216
Branch: Executive
Branch Code: Executive
Classified Code: Classified
Classified Status: Classified
Compensation Frequency Code: Hourly

Danielle Commerford is a State Program Administrative Director at Employ & Economic Development Department within Paid Leave-Claims Administrative. They have served since 2025 (under a year), working full-time. 2025 total compensation came to $39,317. Their bargaining unit is Middle Management Association.

Casey Russell

State Program Administrative Director/Employ & Economic Development Department

2025 total comp

$35,652

Sub-department: Paid Leave-Claims Admin
Base pay: $35,652
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $0
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $35,652
Hire date: 2025-02-05
Employment type: Full-Time
Pay grade: 21
Union / bargaining unit: Middle Management Association
Pay basis: Hourly
Full-time equivalent (FTE): 1
Work county: -

Source-specific fields

Active on June 30, 2025: Yes
Agency Number: B22
Bargaining Unit Number: 216
Branch: Executive
Branch Code: Executive
Classified Code: Classified
Classified Status: Classified
Compensation Frequency Code: Hourly

Casey Russell works as a State Program Administrative Director for Employ & Economic Development Department within Paid Leave-Claims Administrative. Hired in 2025, they have under a year of service as a full-time employee. Casey earned $35,652 in 2025. They are represented by Middle Management Association.

Richard Bailey

State Program Administrative Director/Employ & Economic Development Department

2025 total comp

$24,250

Sub-department: Paid Leave-Internal Control/PI
Base pay: $24,250
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $0
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $24,250
Hire date: 2025-03-26
Employment type: Full-Time
Pay grade: 21
Union / bargaining unit: Middle Management Association
Pay basis: Hourly
Full-time equivalent (FTE): 1
Work county: -

Source-specific fields

Active on June 30, 2025: Yes
Agency Number: B22
Bargaining Unit Number: 216
Branch: Executive
Branch Code: Executive
Classified Code: Classified
Classified Status: Classified
Compensation Frequency Code: Hourly

Richard Bailey is a State Program Administrative Director at Employ & Economic Development Department within Paid Leave-Internal Control/Pi. They have served since 2025 (under a year), working full-time. 2025 total compensation came to $24,250. Union affiliation: Middle Management Association.

Philip Nash

State Program Administrative Director/Employ & Economic Development Department

2025 total comp

$15,165

Sub-department: Paid Leave-Internal Control/PI
Base pay: $15,165
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $0
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $15,165
Hire date: 2025-04-30
Employment type: Full-Time
Pay grade: 21
Union / bargaining unit: Middle Management Association
Pay basis: Hourly
Full-time equivalent (FTE): 1
Work county: -

Source-specific fields

Active on June 30, 2025: Yes
Agency Number: B22
Bargaining Unit Number: 216
Branch: Executive
Branch Code: Executive
Classified Code: Classified
Classified Status: Classified
Compensation Frequency Code: Hourly

Philip Nash is a State Program Administrative Director at Employ & Economic Development Department within Paid Leave-Internal Control/Pi. Their tenure dates to 2025, under a year, working full-time. 2025 total compensation came to $15,165. Union affiliation: Middle Management Association.