Director of Budget and Risk Management
The Director of Budget and Risk Management reports to the Drivers and Vehicle Services (DVS) Director and is responsible for developing and implementing a strategic direction and key performance indicators for budget management and planning, as well as risk management and mitigation for all DVS activities at both state and federal levels. DVS has critical partnerships with several regulatory authorities to include but not limited to: Minnesota Management and Budget, Office of the Legislative Auditor, MN Department of Administration, Minnesota Department of Revenue, Minnesota Attorney General’s Office, Minnesota IT Services, U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Social Security Administration, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. In addition to regular communication and reporting to these regulatory authorities, DVS also provides substantial reporting to the Minnesota Legislature. This position will provide leadership when engaging with regulatory authorities and will oversee proactive prevention of risks, as well as reporting and corrective actions as they are identified through audits and findings. This position coordinates and directs large, complex, risk mitigating programs and processes to ensure the DVS compliance and risk mitigation posturing. In addition to external parties, this position will represent the division with internal divisions: Office of Traffic Safety, FAS, Office of General Counsel, and Commissioner’s Office.
In addition to division-wide budget and risk management, the Director of Budget and Risk Management will directly oversee and support DVS financial programs including budget management, revenue projections and monitoring, purchasing, grants management, and cashiers; human resources and training; scanning and printing, data practices and legislative support.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
*As part of the selection process candidates will be required to submit a detailed statement outlining experience related to the minimum and preferred qualifications.
Three* (3) years of advanced supervisory or managerial experience. Advanced supervisory or managerial work experience must include the following:
- Strategic planning, leading administrative services and providing customer-centric delivery of services
- Fiscal and or budgetary responsibility
- Regulatory compliance (Federal/State)
- Change management leading to process improvement and modernization
- Ability to work cooperatively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and underserved communities and develop a culture of leadership at all levels
In addition, candidates must include demonstrable knowledge, skills, or experience in the following:
- Leadership, organizational and interpersonal abilities to manage, develop and mentor a high performing team
- Project management, goal setting, data-driven decision making and continuous improvement
- Ability to interpret and comprehend Minnesota state statutory language and interpret state and federal laws in order to apply to driver and motor vehicle regulations and operating practices
- Ability to assist DVS to improve customer service to traditionally underserved populations including English Language Learners
- Ability to use human relations and conflict resolution skills sufficient to effectively solve problems in a manner sensitive to organizational structures, diverse cultures, and the needs of groups and individuals; to build consensus, establish collaborative relations and facilitate groups
- Knowledge of political processes and legislative relations
- Communicate and collaborate effectively (written and oral) with a variety of diverse customer groups, staff, legislature, the public, and other state agencies
- Strong interpersonal skills, ability to negotiate effectively and solve problems with and through other people
- Demonstrated ability to complete projects within prescribed timelines and meet project goals
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in business or related field
- Managerial experience supervising other supervisors/managers directly
- Three (3) years of experience and knowledge of driver and/or motor vehicle related services
- Three (3) years of experience and knowledge of managing and monitoring federal/state regulatory compliance
- Experience participating in the legislative process, providing testimony, and/or bill interpretation
- Experience with financial analysis and performance measurement
- Experience managing multi-unit teams that are remotely located
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
- Fingerprinting (Real/EDL/MNJIS)
- Proof of Citizenship
- Valid Driver's License
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.
Contact
If you have questions about this position, contact Megan Lund at megan.lund@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 Megan Lund at megan.lund@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.