Working Title: Assistant Executive Director-State Prog Admin Manager
Job Class: State Program Administrator, Manager
Agency: Peace Officers Board - POST
Job ID : 94179
Location : St. Paul
Telework Eligible : Yes/limited
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 05/12/2026
Closing Date : 06/01/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Peace Officers Board - POST / POST-Managerial
Division/Unit : POST / POST Board Operations
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : Yes/up to 5%
Salary Range: $40.86 - $59.07 / hourly; $85,315 - $123,338 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 220 - Manager/Unrep
FLSA Status : Exempt - Executive
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.
The Assistant Executive Director serves as the Chief Operations Officer (COO) for the Minnesota Board of Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) and is responsible for leading and managing board operations in order to carry out its statutory mission to protect the public's safety through the regulation of peace officer education, licensing and officer conduct. The incumbent works directly with the Executive Director to implement board directives and strategic changes to ensure the agency functions effectively as the police profession, public expectations, technology and other factors evolve.
This position has responsibility for oversight and daily management of the agency's regulatory and licensing functions. This includes annual police agency compliance reviews, the complaint and licensing disciplinary process, the pre-service education and continuing education program as well as the annual training reimbursement program. Additionally, the incumbent coordinates data practices, state-wide policy updates and development as well as completion of performance reviews for 12+ staff members.
The Assistant Executive Director provides leadership and works collaboratively with the Executive Director to achieve agency goals and objectives. The incumbent is accountable to the Executive Director and the board for the operations of the entire agency, including its programs, its people and the behavior and performance of the organization.
This position is eligible for a hybrid telework arrangement. With a telework agreement, onsite attendance will be required a minimum of four (4) days per week or as requested by management to meet business needs. Completion of a telework agreement will be required. Please review the Telework Policy (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) for details.
Minimum Qualifications
To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.
Four (4) years of experience that includes the following:
Experience in managing team members which include delegating or assigning responsibilities, providing developmental opportunities to team members, engaging in performance-based conversations, and holding team members accountable for their work product and meeting established goals.
Work experience with a law enforcement agency as a licensed or certified police officer with no disciplinary action taken against the license or certification by the appropriate regulatory agency.
A degree in criminal justice, public administration, business administration, or a related field may substitute for experience as follows:
Associate degree = 6 months of experience
Bachelor's degree = 12 months of experience
Master's degree = 18 months of experience
Minimum qualifications assessed at interview:
Ability to negotiate and resolve disputes via a sound problem solving strategy
Demonstrated project management skills
Strong communications skills and the experience communicating with individuals from a wide variety of backgrounds and perspectives
Effective interpersonal skills requiring tact, diplomacy, discretion and confidentiality to influence others and/or compel change throughout an organization
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in criminal justice, public administration, business administration or a related field
Budget and fiscal experience
Supervisory or lead worker experience within a unionized environment
Experience planning, implementing, and managing technology projects
Experience in a state licensing or regulatory agency and/or demonstrated understanding of the Minnesota POST Board's roles and responsibilities
Three (3) years of experience leading an agency or organization
Physical Requirements
Regularly uses phone and office equipment; handles paper and electronic records
Regularly uses computer for extended time periods
Lifts 10-25 pounds at times
Additional Requirements
Incumbent must maintain a valid driver's license and insurance or have other reliable transportation. Successful applicants must pass a criminal background check through American DataBank and employment reference checks prior to employment.
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.
