Working Title: Victim, Family and Community Relations Coordinator
Job Class: State Program Administrator Principal
Agency: Public Safety Dept
Job ID : 89386
Location : St. Paul
Telework Eligible : Yes
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers and DPS employees eligible to bid. Eligible bidders should apply through self-service and confirm their bid by emailing yerly.lee@state.mn.us by 11:59 PM 10/13/2025
Date Posted : 10/6/2025
Closing Date : 10/20/2025
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Public Safety Dept / Public Safety-MAPE
Division/Unit : Criminal App Investigations / BCA FIU #1
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift / 8:00am - 4:30pm
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : Yes - Up to 50% of the time
Salary Range: $32.40 - $47.76 / hourly; $67,651 - $99,722 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
FLSA Status : Nonexempt
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes
The work you'll do is more than just a job.
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
This position is eligible to telework up to two days per week.
This position is located within the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension's (BCA) Investigations Division and plays a critical role in ensuring a victim centered and trauma informed approach throughout the investigative process. The Victim Relations Coordinator serves as a key liaison between the BCA, particularly the Force Investigation Unit and individuals, families, and communities impacted by critical incidents. These incidents may include use of deadly force cases, sexual assault cases, and/or other sensitive investigations.
The Coordinator will engage directly with victims, survivors, and next of kin, providing compassionate communication, timely updates, and support services throughout the duration of an investigation. In addition, the Coordinator will work collaboratively with law enforcement agencies and partner organizations to promote transparency, build trust, and ensure consistent, equitable treatment for all impacted parties. This role is essential to advancing the BCA's commitment to public trust, and victim advocacy within complex investigations.
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.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited school in criminal Justice or closely related field such as family advocacy, youth or juvenile advocacy and two (2) years of work experience related to criminal justice and /or crime victim services.
Or
Three (3) years of work experience related to criminal justice and/or crime victim services or youth services.
Experience related to criminal justice and/or crime victim services must include all of the following:
Knowledge of victim, family, and community engagement with respect to police and community relations.
Understanding the sensitivity of criminal investigation cases and the data therein while still maintaining the ability to effectively.
Experience working with the courts systems and legal process.
Experience working with criminal justice database systems with the purpose of expedited and accurate communications.
Knowledge and understanding of investigative reports and their required processes.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to teach, present and facilitate training.
Ability to work cooperatively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and underserved communities.
Preferred Qualifications
Previous experience as a Victim Advocate, Victim Witness coordinator, or community and Family Advocate with a criminal justice agency.
Advanced degree, such as a Master's, Juris Doctorate or PhD in a related field.
Experience working with victims dealing with trauma induced behaviors, injuries and residual effects.
Experience with public speaking, training facilitation and community/family engagement with respect to government agencies.
Completion of the Minnesota Victim Assistance academy or national equivalent.
Bilingual speaking ability.
Physical Requirements
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, includes the following components:
Criminal history
Reference check
Credit check
Fingerprint (MNJIS/CJIS)
Driver's license check
Drug screen
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.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made 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 . Please indicate what assistance is needed.
