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Minnesota Department of Public Safety

Strategic Projects Lead - Job ID 89173

9 days ago

Saint Paul

Job Description Job Summary This is a temporary unclassified position anticipated to last up to two years. The Minnesota Department of Public Safety (DPS) is seeking a skilled professional to lead strategic projects that support our statewide community engagement work. This position serves as a core partner to the Director of Community Affairs, helping shape and deliver executive-level communications, cross-agency initiatives, and key public safety engagement efforts. The position is responsible for managing complex, high-visibility projects from start to finish, drafting materials for senior leadership, ensuring clarity and consistency in public-facing content, and helping bring DPS initiatives across the finish line with excellence. Whether planning a convening, refining a critical briefing, or implementing new tools to support engagement, this position will help Minnesotans feel informed, seen, and connected to public safety services. This position will have the option of teleworking up to four (4) days per pay period. You must be located in Minnesota and bordering states (North Dakota, South Dakota, Iowa, or Wisconsin) to be telework eligible. 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 • Four years of professional experience in strategic project management, executive-level writing, or public sector planning, • Demonstrated experience drafting briefings, memos, remarks, or other executive-ready content, • Strong writing, editing, and copy review skills with a keen eye for tone, clarity, and audience, • Proven ability to manage complex projects involving multiple stakeholders, tight timelines, and high expectations, • Experience coordinating or collaborating with public agencies, contractors, or cross-functional teams, • Strong organizational and planning skills, with the ability to move work forward independently, • Ability to work cooperatively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and underserved communities. *A bachelor's degree in a closely related field as determined by the agency may substitute one (1) year of experience and a master’s degree substitutes for eighteen (18) months of experience. Preferred Qualifications • Proficiency with Smartsheet and Microsoft applications, including Teams, Word, and PowerPoint, • Experience working in a public safety, government, or community engagement setting, • Familiarity with strategic communications, content design, or brand alignment practices, • Experience developing templates, internal tools, or standardized workflows for high-level projects, • Ability to navigate politically sensitive or high-stakes environments with discretion and professionalism, • Knowledge of digital asset management systems or tools used for organizing and distributing public-facing content Medium: Requires occasionally moving and transporting 50 pound items and frequently moving and transporting objects such as heavy tools and heavy file boxes. This job may require positioning self to move to a significant degree across rough terrain 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 checks 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 . For additional information about the application process, go to . Contact If you have questions about this position, contact Janel Lane at 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 . 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 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, • Training, classes, and professional development, • 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. Company DescriptionWhen 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.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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