Legislative Coordinator

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.

Qualifications

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

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, includes the following components:

• Criminal history
• Reference 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 Janel Lane at janel.lane@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 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.