Assistant Commissioner Corrections, Agency Services and Supports

We are looking for a mission-driven, experienced leader who can embrace the vision and values of the agency, with proven abilities to set priorities among multiple competing demands, to establish and nurture a positive, equitable culture focused on collaboration and problem-solving, and to drive change and improvement in large complex systems. This position requires a high level of managerial and human relations skills and abilities.

Working Title: Assistant Commissioner Corrections, Agency Services and Supports
Job Class: Assistant Commissioner Corrections
Agency: Corrections Dept

• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 04/16/2024
• Closing Date: 04/29/2024
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Corrections Dept / Corrections-CO-CS-Managerial
• Division/Unit: Corrections - Central Office / DOC Commissioner's Staff
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: Yes - travel to facilities and field on an as need basis.
• Salary Range: $55.46 - $79.35 / hourly; $115,800 - $165,682 / annually
• Classified Status: Unclassified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 220 - Manager/Unrep
• FLSA Status: Exempt - Executive
• Telework Eligible: Yes (within Minnesota or Neighboring States)
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: No

Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.

The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.

As a leader in the Minnesota Department of Corrections, the Assistant Commissioner of Corrections, Agency Services and Supports will provide support to the Commissioner of Corrections in the overall administrative and operational responsibilities of a cabinet level state department. This includes providing executive leadership direction to the Agency Supports and Services Administration. This position will assist in managing high profile DOC initiatives, performing special projects and serving as liaison with agency personnel, Governor's Office, Corrections partners, media representatives and representatives of public and private sector organizations.

This position provides executive leadership for the following: Capital Resources, Records and Sentence Administration, Office Services, Safety, Chief Information Officer (indirectly), Victim Services and Restorative Justice, Central Transport, and Human Resources.

This is a statutory unclassified appointment which serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority and has an anticipated end date of January 7, 2027.

With a telework arrangement, onsite attendance may be required for team meetings or as requested by management to meet business needs. Completion of a telework agreement will be required.

Minimum Qualifications

A minimum of five (5) years of management experience leading organizational or administrative services, including at least three (3) years of executive or supervisory experience which demonstrates the following:

• Strategic planning, visioning, and policy analysis sufficient to:

1. Apply practical uses and knowledge of the theory and practice of public and business administration.

2. Plan, organize, direct, implement and explain complex programs and practices.

3. Manage complex, competing, and time sensitive priorities.

• Exemplary communication and human relations skills sufficient to:

1. Interact, engage, and cultivate strong relationships and establish effective partnerships with agency executive leaders, external stakeholders, legislators and staff, community groups and advocacy organizations.

2. Influence leaders and decision makers; presentation and communication skills to discuss technical topics to non-technical audiences such as agency managers, legislators and members of the public.

3. Understand relationships to drive effective collaboration with peers and stakeholders.

• Problem solving abilities sufficient to:

1. Identify, analyze, and resolve a broad range of complex problems and sensitive issues.

2. Bring creativity and innovation to problems with various political, legal, and operational implications.

3. Guide others through problem-solving and conflict resolution.

• Negotiation skills sufficient to:

1. Resolve differences between competing or different positions.

2. Influence the endorsement, acceptance and priority for agency positions and policies.

• Budgetary oversight sufficient to:

1. Administer an agency budget.

2. Analyze and approve expenditures.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experienced leader in federal, state, local, or tribal government.
• Advanced experience in human resources, including labor relations and federal and state regulations.
• Demonstrated experience leading large-scale transformations and change management.
• Knowledge of governmental and legislative processes.
• Experience managing a large budget.
• Knowledge of the state legislative process.
• Experience with Minnesota state government, including the state’s labor and financial processes.
• Program and project management skills with a demonstrated ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience working within the provisions of the Government Data Practices Act.

Physical Requirements

The selected finalist is required to review and sign a Physical Demands Analysis (PDA) for this position and may be required to complete a tuberculosis screening prior to hire. For a copy of the PDA, please email Cathy Bisser at cathy.j.bisser@state.mn.us

Additional Requirements

The selection process may include screening the top candidate(s) on their criminal history, predatory offender registration, offender associations and/or other applicable background information in accordance with Department of Corrections’ policy. Top candidate(s) must pass a criminal history check which includes successful completion of all sentencing and/or restitution requirements of law enforcement jurisdictions, including probation.

Employment history/reference checks, including incidents of sexual harassment, will also be conducted on the top candidate(s) in accordance with Department of Corrections’ policy. This may include a review of job performance and discipline records.

New employees will be fingerprinted within the first 30 days of employment.

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.

If you have questions about the position, contact Cathy Bisser at cathy.j.bisser@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 Cathy Bisser at cathy.j.bisser@state.mn.us.

About Corrections Dept

Go from a job to a meaningful career with the Minnesota Department of Corrections where we work to transform lives for a safer Minnesota! We hold people responsible for the offenses they commit while giving them the tools they need to succeed as they transition back to our communities. These people may be incarcerated in our correctional facilities or be under our supervision in the community. No matter a person’s custody status, our mindset is the same: a person’s path to rejoining the community starts on the day they begin serving their sentence. Become part of this mindset by joining our team! With the DOC you will find many promotional opportunities, great State of Minnesota benefits, competitive pay, free parking, and workout facilities at most locations.

Come help the Department of Corrections transform lives for a safer Minnesota! Each day when you come to work for the Department of Corrections, you have the opportunity to truly make a difference in the lives of those under our care and for those in communities throughout Minnesota.

Why Work for Us

Diverse Workforce

We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota.

A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found:

• 95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency’s mission
• 91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs
• 88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job
• 87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule

Comprehensive Benefits

Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:

• Public pension plan
• Training and professional development
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 11 paid holidays each year
• Paid parental leave
• Low-cost medical and dental coverage
• Prescription drug coverage
• Vision coverage
• Wellness programs and resources
• Employer paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Health care spending and savings accounts
• Dependent care spending account
• Tax-deferred compensation
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

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.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

We will make reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and indicate what assistance is needed.