Director Of Legislative Affairs/State Prog Admin Manager Prin

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Working Title: Director of Legislative Affairs
Job Class: State Program Administrator, Manager Principal
Agency: Public Safety Dept

• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted : 12/13/2023
• Closing Date : 1/02/2023
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Public Safety Dept / Public Safety-Managerial
• Division/Unit : Commissioner's Office / Comm Office Comm's Staff
• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift; 8:00am-4:30pm
• Days of Work : Monday - Friday
• Travel Required : Up to 10%
• Salary Range: $43.94 - $63.02 / hourly; $91,746 - $131,585 / annually
• Classified Status : Unclassified
• Bargaining Unit/Union : 220 - Manager/Unrep
• FLSA Status : Exempt - Administrative
• Telework Eligible : Yes*
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities : Yes

Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.
The work you'll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.
Job Summary
*This position will have the option of teleworking; however, it will be based on the business needs of the unit and is at supervisory discretion.
This position exists to provide strategic advice to the Department of Public Safety (DPS) senior agency leadership, including the commissioner, on legislative affairs. This position directs and manages the development of legislation consistent with departmental programs and policies; directs and manages the department's legislative activities; monitors implementation of new legislation; develops and coordinates departmental responses to the legislature, Governor's Office, and other agency inquiries. Serves as the department's liaison with the two main legislative committees with jurisdiction over DPS (Transportation, and Public Safety) as well as other legislative committees impacting DPS, its policy and/or budget initiatives or otherwise impacts DPS' work. Coordinates and manages the legislative affairs and serves as the agency spokesperson responding to public officials and constituents at the state, federal, and local levels on legislative policy and budget initiatives. Duties performed involve significant discretion and contribute to the development, interpretation, and implementation of agency policy and oversee the the management of Legislative coordinators to ensure effective legislative support for the agency and its divisions.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
At least four (4)* years ofgovernment affairs experience in state, tribal, federal, or local government, or equivalent private sector experience.
*A bachelors degree maysubstitute for one (1) year of experience or a mastersdegree maysubstitute for two (2) years of experience.
Experience to demomstrate the following:

1. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills both oral and written, as well as, advocacy and negotiation.
2. Ability to develop and maintain internal and external relationships.
3. Strong analytical skills allowing for evaluation, review, and critique of proposed policy and legislation to thoughtfully respond and anticipate questions and concerns from a variety of stakeholders.
4. Strong computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word and other presentative software.
5. Must possess organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple projects simultaneously.
6. Skillto work with and influence a multitude of constituencies with diplomacy and tact.
7. Demonstrated ability to build and support diverse coalitions in a respectful and inclusive manner.

Preferred Qualifications

• A master's degree in Political Science, Public Policy, JD or closely related field
• Experience managing and supervising staff
• Understanding and practice ofthe Minnesota Data Privacy Act and other applicable statutes and rules
• Capability to draft potential legislation and amendments
• Knowledge of State policies, procedures, and practices in the areas of information and data practices
• Ability to interact with all levels of employees to articulate issues concisely
• Capacity to communicate complicated information effectively to a variety of audiences

Physical Requirements
Requires occasionally moving and transporting such articles as file boxes and heavy hand tools or heavier materials with help from others, and moving and transporting light objects frequently. Even though the weights being moved and transported may be a negligible amount, a job in this category may require positioning self to move to a significant degree or may involve maintaining a stationary position for extended periods.
Additional Requirements
This position requires successful completion of the following: It is the policy of the Department of Public Safety that all employees submit to a background investigation prior to employment, which includes the following components:

• Criminal History
• Reference Check
• Valid Driver's License
• Fingerprinting

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 job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers .
If you have questions about the position, contact Sara Luther at sara.luther@state.mn.us .
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 Sara Luther at sara.luther@state.mn.us .
About Public Safety Dept
The Minnesota Department of Public Safety (DPS) is a diverse, complex agency dedicated to serving communities across the state. DPS has 10 public facing and four support divisions with about 2,200 dedicated employees operating programs statewide that all have one goal: Building a safer Minnesota.
Why Work for Us
Diverse Workforce
We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota.
A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found:

• 95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency's mission
• 91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs
• 88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job
• 87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule

Comprehensive Benefits
Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:

• Public pension plan
• Training and professional development
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 11 paid holidays each year
• Paid parental leave
• Low-cost medical and dental coverage
• Prescription drug coverage
• Vision coverage
• Wellness programs and resources
• Employer paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Health care spending and savings accounts
• Dependent care spending account
• Tax-deferred compensation
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

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.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.
We will make reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and indicate what assistance is needed.
For accommodations or questions about accessibility specifically relating to this job announcement, please email the Affirmative Action Division at angela.geraghty@state.mn.us or call 651-201-7136 .