State of Minnesota • Saint Paul, MN 55145
Job #2749649388
Working Title: Legislative Coordinator
Job Class: Management Analyst 4
Agency: Public Safety Dept
Job ID : 79877
Location : St. Paul
Telework Eligible : Yes
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply :Open to all qualified job seekers and DPS employees eligible to bid. Eligible bidders (permanent, classified employees in the same job classification) should apply through self-service and confirm their bid by emailing ~~~ by 11:59 PM 09/24/2024.
Date Posted : 09/18/2024
Closing Date : 10/01/2024
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Public Safety Dept / Public Safety-MAPE
Division/Unit : Commissioner's Office / COMM OFFC LEGISLATIVE STAFF
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $32.99 - $48.93 / hourly; $68,883 - $102,165 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
FLSA Status : Exempt - Administrative
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.
This position serves to support and represent DPS on legislative and statewide public safety policy matters and serves as a key agency contact on legislative matters, supports the agency's Director of Legislative Affairs and guides agency staff on legislative relations. This position helps lead and coordinate the development of agency legislative proposals, initiatives and strategies consistent with agency goals/priorities and with the strategic priorities established by the Governor's Office and the legislature. The position coordinates with all DPS divisions as assigned by the Director of Legislative Affairs including Emergency Communications Network, Driver and Vehicle Services, Office of Traffic Safety, Office of Pipeline Safety, Office of Justice Programs, Bureau of Criminal Apprehension, State Fire Marshall, and Minnesota State Patrol. Represents the agency on legislative proposals, initiatives, and strategies at the legislature and with other external partners.
Minimum Qualifications
Three years of professional experience in the legislative process, legislative and stakeholder relations, project coordination, and policy development.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Analytical skills necessary to solve complex and controversial problems and issues.
Proficient computer skills to compose email and letters, set up and attend virtual meetings and effective editing skills.
Ability to work cooperatively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and underserved communities.
*Bachelors degree public policy, political science, law, or relevant field may substitute for one year of experience; Master's degree public policy, political science, law, or relevant field may substitute for 18 months of experience
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with legislative processes and procedures, such as developing budget change pages, developing policy forms, or testifying before the legislature.
Experience with legislative and budget process for Minnesota executive branch agencies.
Experience that includes policy analysis and monitoring legislation.
Experience managing complex projects and meeting tight deadlines.
Bachelor's degree or higher in public policy, political science, law, or closely related field.
Physical Requirements
Requires occasionally moving and transporting such articles as file folders and small tools. May need to maintain a stationary position for long periods of time while carrying out job duties.
Additional Requirements
It is the policy of the Department of Public Safety that all employees submit to a background investigation prior to employment, includes the following components:
Criminal history
Reference check
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made 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 ~~~ or email ~~~ . Please indicate what assistance is needed.
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