Working Title: Office of Restorative Practices Liaison & Training Coordinator
Job Class: State Program Administrator Principal
Agency: Children Youth & Families Dept
Job ID : 92094
Location : St. Paul
Telework Eligible : Yes*
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers. This vacancy is open for bids and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Bidders will be considered through 02/17/2026 date. Please note that to be considered a bidder, you must be a permanent, non-probationary DCYF employee in the same job classification as the position posted.
Date Posted : 02/10/2026
Closing Date : 03/03/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : DCYF / MAPE
Division/Unit : DCYF / Office of Restorative Practice
Work Shift : Day Shift
Work Hours : 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : Yes, up to 25%
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 Department of Children, Youth, and Families is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DCYF does not participate in E-Verify.
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.
* Telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) (Within Minnesota or neighboring states) and flexible hours options are available.
This position exists to provide training, consultation and connection to resources supporting jurisdictional Restorative Practices Advisory Committee (RPAC) members, community members, restorative practices initiative administrators, volunteers and staff. Also, to build the capacity of counties and Tribal Nations to understand, promote, implement, and expand restorative practices through inspiration, communication, planning, training, implementation, policy, assessment, and evaluation as a key strategy for addressing violence and harm on all levels.
Responsibilities include:
Establish and develop Restorative Practice advisory committees in accordance with Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 142A.76, subd 6 (a), to build the capacity of counties and Tribal Nations to understand, promote, implement, and expand restorative practices. These committees will result in jurisdiction wide implementation of restorative practices.
Through training, consultation and sharing of resources, work to reduce reoffending, truancy, violence and costs to local justice systems, and improved trust, relationships, outcomes and satisfaction for those affected by a given harm. Ensure the design and deployment of a dynamic web page focused on Restorative Practices resources, best practices, training availability and Restorative Practices guidance.
Assist in the development and implementation of a project evaluation plan, including the design and application of evaluation tools and processes to measure effectiveness and outcomes of training and technical assistance activities.
Perform other duties as assigned by and contribute as needed to the division's teams, responsibilities, and activities in an appropriate and timely manner.
Minimum Qualifications
Three (3) years of experience facilitating and promoting restorative practices for delinquency, diversion and criminal justice systems, child welfare, education, or community violence prevention programs as well as coordination, collaboration and training in restorative practice programs.
Applicants who meet the above experience requirements will be further evaluated based on the following during the interview process:
Experience leading cross-functional teams by fostering collaboration, using diplomatic skills to navigate diverse perspectives, and aligning stakeholders with organizational goalswith a focus on driving systemic change and eliminating disparities to improve outcomes.
Strong interpersonal, facilitation, and communication skills; ability to communicate clearly and professionally both verbally and in writing; ability to respond openly to requests and concerns; experience translating technical information into plain language for a variety of adult learners.
Demonstrated knowledge or experience related to restorative practice history/or philosophy and best practices, key factors needed for successful implementation of restorative practice programsand integrated conflict management systems.
Experience in qualitative research methods, including qualitative data collection and analysis and in particular research on restorative practices.
Preferred Qualifications
A credited degree in restorative justice, social work, psychology, public policy, criminal justice or related field.
Knowledge of best practices and guiding principles of restorative justice and an understanding of how restorative justice intersects with other policy and research areas
Strong, developed relationships with Minnesota restorative practice practitioners and programs.
Skill in analysis, decision-making, and problem solving to evaluate policies, procedures, and processes, and to recommend and implement appropriate strategic plans.
Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.
Additional Requirements
It is the policy of the Department of Children, Youth, and Families that the individual selected for this position successfully complete a background investigation prior to employment, that may include the following components:
Reference check
Criminal Background check
Fingerprinting check (MNJIS/CJIS)
Driver's License Check
Personnel File Review: all current and former public sector employees
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.
