Combative Sports Administrator/State Program Administrator

Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry; Saint Paul (MN); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Part time

Job summary

The Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry is seeking a Combative Sports Administrator to provide administrative and management support to the Office of Combative Sports. This role licenses combatants and officials, coordinates events, and assists in ensuring safety and regulatory compliance for activities under state law.

Located in St. Paul with telework eligibility, the position is part-time intermittent and requires travel.

Qualifications

• Two years of advanced administrative support or related experience.
• Experience coordinating license applications to ensure compliance with statutes and rules.
• Ability to apply program regulations and requirements.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office to develop manuals, reports, and calendars.
• Strong communication with diverse groups and public stakeholders.
• Excellent organizational skills to manage multiple responsibilities.
• Financial coordination to handle revenues and paperwork.
• Ability to communicate with individuals from diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional program-level administrative and management support to the Office of Combative Sports.
• License combatants and officials; assist with event coordination.
• Support safety and compliance for events and activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Analysis skills

Regulatory knowledge

Microsoft Office

Communication

Organizational skills

Financial coordination

Interpersonal skills

Job description

• Telework Eligible: Yes
• Full/Part Time: Intermittent

Working Title: Combative Sports Administrator

Job Class: State Program Administrator

Agency: Labor & Industry Dept

• Job ID: 96613
• Location: St. Paul
• Telework Eligible: Yes
• Full/Part Time: Intermittent
• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 08/27/2026
• Closing Date: 09/08/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Labor & Industry Dept / Labor and Industry-MAPE
• Division/Unit: Dept of Labor & Industry / Combative Sports
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Varies
• Days of Work: Varies
• Travel Required: Yes
• Salary Range: $24.40 - $35.30 / hourly
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
• FLSA Status: Nonexempt
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

The work you'll 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.

Telework options for this position are dependent on where the employee lives. The primary work location for this position is 443 Lafayette Road N, St. Paul, MN.

• Employees living within 50 miles of the primary work location will be required to work in the office at least 50% of the time each month.
• Employees that live in Minnesota and are more than 50 miles from the primary work location may be eligible for more than 50% telework with agency approvals.
• Employees may reside outside of the state of Minnesota if they live in a bordering state and are within 50 miles of the primary work location.
• This position is part‑time (50%) intermittent.

This position provides professional program level administrative and management support to the Department of Labor and Industry’s Office of Combative Sports (OCS). Responsibilities include OCS administrative duties, licensing of combatants and officials, event coordination and management assistance to ensure combatant safety and events that are conducted in a safe and healthy manner consistent with the law. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Two years of advanced administrative support, paraprofessional, professional or technical experience which demonstrates:
  • Analysis skills sufficient to coordinate the analysis of OCS license applications to ensure they comply with statutory and rule requirements.
  • Ability to apply program specific regulations/requirements
  • Ability to utilize Microsoft Office tools to develop procedural manuals, provide summary reports, utilize spreadsheets and calendaring.
  • Human relations skills to effectively create and maintain ongoing working relationships with DLI staff, combatants, event promoters, judges/officials and general public.
  • Organizational skills to successfully manage multiple program responsibilities at a time.
  • Financial skills to coordinate receipt of revenues and ensure all financial paperwork is complete and submitted timely.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with individuals with a wide range of backgrounds, who do not share your same culture, ethnicity, language, or other common experiences.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the Combative Sports industry.
• Qualitative and quantitative skills--sufficient to collect and analyze program related data.
• Language skills other than English (such as Somali, Spanish, Hmong, Karen or ASL).

Additional Requirements

It is the policy that all final candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components: SEMA4 Records Check, Employment Reference Check, Criminal History Check, Driver’s License Check, Social Security and Address Verification, Conflict of Interest Review, Education/License Verification.

Effective July 1, 2009, legislation provides that the top five Recently Separated Veterans, who apply and meet the qualifications for the vacancy, must be granted an interview.

To be considered a Recently Separated Veteran, you must meet all the following criteria:

• Have separated under honorable conditions from any branch of the armed forces of the United States;
• Have served on active duty for 181 consecutive days or more or for the full period ordered to active duty OR have separated by reason of disability incurred while serving on active duty;
• Be a United States citizen or resident alien;
• Have served in active military service at any time on or after September 11, 2001 as shown on your form DD-214.

Effective August 1, 2012, legislation provides state agencies with the option to appoint certain disabled veterans on a non‑competitive basis if you meet all of the following criteria.

• Meet service requirements and have a verified service‑connected disability rating of at least 30%.
• Provide qualifying documentation verifying the disability.
• Meet all of the Minimum Qualifications identified in this posting.

Contact

If you have questions about this position, contact Caren Miller at [e-mail] or 651-284-5119.

About Labor & Industry Dept

The Department of Labor and Industry ensures Minnesota’s work and living environments are equitable, healthy and safe. The agency oversees the state's programs for apprenticeship, construction codes and licensing, dual‑training pipeline, occupational safety and health, wage and hour standards, workers' compensation and youth skills training programs.

Working together to improve the state we love.

What do Minnesota's 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, 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.

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
• 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 [e-mail] and let us know the support you need.