Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary

The DPS Partnerships and Engagement Manager leads statewide public engagement efforts to increase accessibility, foster trust, and ensure community voices inform public safety policies and programs. This position develops strategic outreach initiatives, builds partnerships with diverse communities, and supervises a team dedicated to engagement, education and outreach statewide.

**Hybrid Eligible:** Employees may telework up to 50% or more, depending on the position and the needs of the division. Employees who live 50 miles or more from their permanent work location may be allowed to telework more than 50% with approval from the division director.

The Department of Public Safety is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DPS does not participate in E-Verify

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Three (3)* years of experience in public engagement, community relations, program management, policy development, in a government, nonprofit, or public-facing organization. .
• Three (3) years of demonstrated experience leading team(s), managing projects, and developing strategic engagement initiatives.
• Experience managing projects or programs with multiple stakeholders, deadlines and deliverables.
• Proven ability to build and sustain partnerships with diverse community groups, public institutions, or advocacy organizations.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze community feedback or program data to inform decision-making
• Ability to work cooperatively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and underserved communities. 

*Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Management, Law or related field may substitute for 1 year of experience; Master’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Management, Juris Doctor (JD) or related field may substitute for 2 years of experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Management, Law or a closely related field.
• Five (5) or more years of progressively responsible experience in public engagement, community partnerships, or stakeholder coordination
• Experience working within or alongside state or local government agencies
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-sector initiatives that connect public institutions with community-based organizations
• Skilled in strategic planning, including setting goals, tracking outcomes, and aligning efforts with organizational mission
• Experience developing or guiding culturally responsive engagement strategies
• Proficiency with Smartsheet software platform.

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. This position must possess the ability to travel around the state occasionally. 

Additional Requirements

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

The Department of Public Safety is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DPS does not participate in E-Verify

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 Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email  careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, go to 

Contact

If you have questions about this position, contact Janel Lane at  janel.lane@state.mn.us or 651-201-7396.

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 Janel Lane at  janel.lane@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.

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. 

When you bring your career to the State of Minnesota, the work you do affects the quality of life of millions of Minnesotans. From those who shape policy, to those who keep us safe, preserve our environment, or take care of our most vulnerable populations, we take our responsibilities to the public seriously. We need diverse and talented individuals – like you – to serve our great state and build a better Minnesota.

Company Description

When you bring your career to the State of Minnesota, the work you do affects the quality of life of millions of Minnesotans. From those who shape policy, to those who keep us safe, preserve our environment, or take care of our most vulnerable populations, we take our responsibilities to the public seriously. We need diverse and talented individuals – like you – to serve our great state and build a better Minnesota.

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