Continuity, Safety and Security Supervisor – Planning Director State

Job Description

**Job Details**
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**Working Title: Continuity, Safety and Security Supervisor**

**Job Class: Administrative Planning Director State**

**Agency: Revenue Department**

* **Job ID**: 78897
* **Location**: St. Paul
* **Telework Eligible**: Yes, Limited Hybrid
* **Full/Part Time**: Full-Time
* **Regular/Temporary**: Unlimited
* **Who May Apply**: This vacancy is open for bids and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Bidders will be considered through 08/09/2024.
* **Date Posted**: 08/03/2024
* **Closing Date**: 08/15/2024
* **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit**: Revenue Dept / Revenue (inc Assesors)-MMA
* **Division/Unit**: Administrative Mgmt Svc Div / Building Management
* **Work Shift/Work Hours**: Day Shift
* **Days of Work**: Monday – Friday
* **Travel Required**: Yes, up to 10%
* **Salary Range:** $40.48 – $58.20 / hourly; $84,522 – $121,521 / annually
* **Classified Status**: Classified
* **Bargaining Unit/Union**: 216 – Middle Management Association/MMA
* **FLSA Status**: Exempt – Executive
* Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: 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.

**Job Summary**
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**This posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies.**

Teleworking employees are required to live in Minnesota or in a state bordering Minnesota.

Are you calm during a crisis? Do you like a fast-paced environment, with every day being different? Do you enjoy working with a diverse array of business units to help plan for and respond to emergencies impacting state government? Then this is the position is for you!

This position assists in leading Minnesota Department of Revenue (MDOR) internal continuity program, emergency management, and employee safety to promote a culture of safety, preparedness, and resilience across the agency. It also supports a variety of agency operations including procedure documentation and preparedness activities. The overall mission of this work is to operationalize a safe, resilient, flexible high-performing inclusive workplace across the agency.

The successful candidate will be responsible to:

* Serve as the Department of Revenue’s formally designated Continuity of Operations (COOP) Coordinator in accordance with Governor’s Executive Order 24-01
* Serve as the Department of Revenue’s formally designated Emergency Preparedness and Response Contact/Coordinator (EPRC) in according with Governor’s Executive Order 23-13
* Maintain the Department of Revenue’s safety program and facilitate regular safety meetings to ensure consistency with enterprise-wide directives.
* Advise management on labor contract, memorandum of understanding or strike contingency plan provision that may be necessary to effectively implement Minnesota Department of Revenue (MDOR) emergency and continuity planning activities. This position will have access to Labor Relations Data as defined under M.S. 13.37 Subd. 1(c).
* Collaborate with lead staff of divisions to develop procedures with regard to records management standards and procedures.
* Collaborate with business units on internal controls and audit planning.
* Communicate emergency, safety, and crisis information both internally and externally via emergency alerts, websites, newsletters, social media, and other channels.
* Backs up other positions within the business continuity unit.

This position reports to Department of Revenue Building Manager and the Minnesota Department of Revenue (MDOR) Assistant Commissioner of Administration

This position is on-site, but will may occasionally telecommute. The incumbent will be required to complete a telework agreement. The incumbent is expected to work in the office on most occasions.

**Qualifications**
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### **Minimum Qualifications**

Must have reliable transportation or a valid class D driver’s license

Four (4) years of advanced professional level experience in the planning, analysis, implementation and administration of a program area such as emergency management, business continuity, strategic planning, project management, logistics or similar field.

* Bachelor’s degree in emergency management, Business Administration, Strategic Planning, Continuous Improvement, or related field may substitute for 1 year of experience.

Applicants who meet the above experience requirements will be further evaluated during the interview based on the following:

* Leadership experience sufficient to supervise, lead and coach a team of professionals.
* Knowledge of contingency standards and planning processes.
* Emergency preparedness and planning.
* Knowledge of theories and practices of planning, evaluation, policy analysis, public Administration, and program development.
* Knowledge of state and federal emergency preparedness and business continuity policies, procedures, programs, and goals.
* Presentation skills sufficient to effectively communicate to a diverse audience, including private and public sector professionals.
* Ability to build consensus and guide the design, development and implementation of plans that reflect individual agency needs, while coordinating at a statewide level.
* Ability to manage multiple projects with competing priorities.
* Written communication skills sufficient to write policies, procedures, and plans.

### **Preferred Qualifications**

* Master’s degree in emergency management, Business Administration, Strategic Planning, Continuous Improvement or related field.
* Certified Business Continuity Professional (CBCP) or Criminal Background Check Program or CPSCP) or Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Continuity Professional Level I, or Association of Threat Assessment Professional (ATAP).
* Certified MN Emergency Manager.
* Knowledge of human resources, labor relations, health and other benefits, workers’ compensation, etc., that affect an employer’s emergency and continuity planning.
* Knowledge of state processes including but not limited to government hierarchy and process, the legislative process, the bargaining process, the application of state human resources and labor relations policies and procedures within agencies.

### **Physical Requirements**

Requires occasional moving of articles such as boxes, accounting records, laptop computer, and portable printer along with sitting and/or standing for long periods at a time.

### **Additional Requirements**

Prior to an offer of employment, a background check will be conducted. This will include, but is not limited to checking degrees and licensures, criminal history, and tax filing and payment history. All individual income tax filing and payment obligations must be current prior to interviewing for this position.

Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).

**Application Details**
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### **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.

### **Contact**

If you have questions about this position, contact Ryan Ross at ryan.ross@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 Ryan Ross at ryan.ross@state.mn.us.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for this interview and/or testing process, please contact the Department of Revenue ADA Coordinator at revenue.eai@state.mn.us.

### **About Revenue Dept**

The Minnesota Department of Revenue works to fund the future for all of Minnesotans. We manage over 30 different taxes and collect $26.7 billion annually in state taxes, which funds state programs such as healthcare, transportation, public safety, and early childhood, K-12, and higher education.

Revenue is dedicated to an inclusive work environment that celebrates and values the diversity of each employee and reflects the communities we serve. We’re committed to a culture of inclusion where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work and thrive.

We value a work life balance for our employees, and many of our employees telework in a full or hybrid capacity. For those that come to the office, regularly or occasionally, we invested in a state-of-the-art hybrid workspace located at the Stassen building in St. Paul.

Find out more about us on our website.

#### **Working together to improve the state we love.**

What do Minnesota’s State employees have in common?

* A sense of purpose in their work
* Connection with their coworkers and communities
* Opportunities for personal and professional growth

#### **Benefits**

As an employee, you’ll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.

#### **Your benefits may include:**

* Paid vacation and sick leave
* 12 paid holidays each year
* Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
+ Fertility care, including IVF
+ Diabetes care
+ Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
* 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
* Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
* Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
* Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
* Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
* Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being

#### **Support to help you reach your career goals:**

* Training, classes, and professional development
* Tuition reimbursement
* Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)

#### **Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:**

* A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
* Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
* Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care

**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.

**EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS**

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.

**APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES**

Minnesota state agencies make reasonable accommodations to their employees and applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in searching or applying for jobs with the State of Minnesota, call the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and let us know the support you need.