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@dataminded explained it pretty well, at least based on my experience. I'm not on the HR/hiring manager side of this one (technically a separate team I collaborate with), so I can only say that it does appear that it is the desired years of experience for this particular role.

Having worked for a number of years in both the private and public sectors, I can say that job titles and descriptions do not necessarily always align between the two. In other words, I understand what you're saying, and can empathize with your confusion.

If helpful, the job descriptions/classifications for all roles at the City of Minneapolis are available online:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/minneapolismn/classsp...

I don't know that it will resolve the confusion entirely, but it may help to shed some light. Thank you again for the question!