Working Title: Financial Operations Director / Financial Services Director
Job Class: Financial Services Director
Agency: Public Safety Dept
Job ID : 96171
Location : St. Paul
Telework Eligible : Yes, up to 50%
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 08/12/2026
Closing Date : 09/012026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Public Safety Dept / Public Safety-Managerial
Division/Unit : Fiscal and Adm. Srv. / FAS Management Team
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $44.80 - $64.46 / hourly; $93,542 - $134,592 / 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.
Employees may telework up to 50% or more, depending on the position and the needs of the division. Employees who live 50 miles or more from their permanent work location may be allowed to telework more than 50% with approval from the division director
The Department of Public Safety (DPS) is seeking a dedicated, dynamic, and strategic leader to serve as the Financial Operations Director. The Financial Operations Director will lead and oversee all financial operations for DPS, including accounting, reporting, payroll, and cash management. They manage financial staff, ensure compliance with state and federal standards, and establish policies and controls to protect public funds and maintain accountability.
This position leads training, development, and coordination of financial staff across divisions, provides expert guidance on complex funding and fiscal policy issues, and serves as a member of the FAS Senior Leadership Team, supporting enterprise-wide financial integrity, strategic planning, and continuous improvement.
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
Four (4) years of supervisory/managerial experience which includes administering and managing accounting operations, financial reporting, payroll, AP/AR, cash management, and compensation.
*A bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Public Administration or Policy, Economics, or related field may substitute for one (1) year of experience, OR a master's degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Public Administration or Policy, Economics, or related field may substitute for eighteen (18) months of experience.
Experience must include:
Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and experience interpreting and applying these principles.
Experience strengthening internal controls to mitigate financial and operational risks.
Knowledge of federal and state compliance, legislative, and fiscal note processes, statewide budgeting frameworks, and the policies that guide public-sector financial governance.
Experience analyzing, preparing, and presenting financial data and reports in a professional, timely, and effective manner.
Demonstrated leadership experience sufficient to effectively supervise and direct the work of assigned staff.
Excellent interpersonal and human relations skills necessary to establish and maintain effective working and collaborative relationships with internal and external customers, direct reports, and colleagues.
Ability to work cooperatively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and underserved communities.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience navigating complex regulatory environments and ensuring compliance with state and federal laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Experience with the State of Minnesota's legislative process, including fiscal notes, and budget implementation.
Experience with the State's Accounting and Procurement System (SWIFT), budgeting and fiscal notes systems (BPAS, FNTS), the Human Resources and Payroll System (SEMA4).
Experience working in or supporting a public safety, emergency management, or law enforcement environment, with an understanding of the operational, regulatory, and organizational complexities unique to such settings.
Demonstrated success in building partnerships and leading collaborative planning and decision-making.
Physical Requirements
Light: Requires occasionally moving and transporting such articles as file boxes and heavy hand tools or heavier materials with help from others, and moving and transporting light objects frequently. Even though the weights being moved and transported may be a negligible amount, a job in this category may require positioning self to move to a significant degree or may involve maintaining a stationary position for extended periods.
Additional Requirements
It is the policy of the Department of Public Safety that all employees submit to a background investigation prior to employment, which includes successful completion of the following background components:
Criminal history
Credit check
Reference check
SEMA4 records, personnel file and employment records (current and former State employees only)
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.
