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This position will plan, coordinate, support, and ensure the delivery of professional law enforcement/criminal justice focused training, certificate programs, and special training events (conferences, summits, and meetings) that advance the statewide training missing of the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension. This position will be the point of contact for contracts and financial tasks for the Training Unit. This position recommends, creates course content, coordinates, and facilitates the delivery of BCA law enforcement/criminal justice training classes and conferences on behalf of BCA throughout Minnesota.

Qualifications

 

Minimum Qualifications

  • Two (2) years of administrative support or technical experience.

 

  • A bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, law enforcement, public safety or related field from an accredited school may substitute for one (1) year of experience. 

Experience must include the following:

  • Working with rules and regulations as they pertain to the administration of programs or contracts.
  • Strong organizational skills in planning, organizing, and managing multiple tasks with minimal direct supervision.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
  • Computer proficiency including prior experience in learning specialized software application.
  • Effective oral and written communication skills with the ability to work in a team environment and interact with a diverse clientele.
  • Strong problem solving skills and the ability to effectively organize work.

Preferred Qualifications

1. College undergraduate degree with a emphasis in criminal justice, law enforcement, public safety or related field. 
2. Prior experience in coordinating professional training events to include planning the event, identifying and negotiating with training instructors, developing and working within an event budget, and resolving unanticipated problems in an appropriate manner.
3. Prior experience in coordinating and administrating training courses. 
4. A basic knowledge of utilizing both virtual and on-line training platforms such as Webex.

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, which includes the following components:

1)  Criminal history 

2)  Reference check

3)  Fingerprinting (MNJIS/CJIS)

4)  Drug screen

5)  Driver’s license check

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 http://www.mn.gov/careers.

Contact

If you have questions about this position, contact Madison Markgraf at madison.markgraf@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 Madison Markgraf at madison.markgraf@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.