District Administrative Asst - Office & Admin Specialist Int

Working Title: District Administrative Asst

Job Class: Office and Administrative Specialist, Intermediate

Agency: Public Safety Dept

• Job ID : 97931

• Location : Mankato

• Telework Eligible : No

• 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 (permanent, classified employees in the same job classification) should apply through self-service AND confirm their interest bid by emailing [email protected] by 11:59 PM 10/29/2026.

• Date Posted : 10/23/2026

• Closing Date : 11/05/2026

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Public Safety Dept / Public Safety-AFSCME

• Division/Unit : Mankato District 2200 / Mankato District 2200 Clerical

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift / 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $21.12 - $28.01 / hourly; $44,098 - $58,484 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 206 - Clerical/AFSCME

• Work Area : 2171 Bassett Drive, Mankato, MN, 56001

• 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.

Under general supervision, compiles, reviews and maintains a variety of fiscal and program records, written materials and reports using multiple procedures, typing, computer and technical program knowledge. Maintains special data bases, mailing lists and manuals. Writes general correspondence. Provides technical advice to other office staff.

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

• Skill in data entry sufficient to receive and review source documents, compare documents to database information, and edit documents

• Knowledge of communications sufficient to present clear and concise explanations of governing rules and regulations in a manner that is understandable

• Knowledge of standard computer software programs for word processing, spreadsheets, and databases sufficient to create, modify, and protect files

• Skill in typing/keyboarding, using Microsoft Word or equivalent software, sufficient to produce documents such as emails and other correspondence in an efficient and timely manner

• Skill in customer service to respectfully engage with clients, coworkers and customers, when handling difficult or complex problems and resolving escalated complaints or disputes

• Ability to calculate and verify totals on reports, forms, requisitions, or bills, using a calculator, computer, and/or other tools

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with SWIFT (Statewide Integrated Financial Tool System), Employee Self-Service, CAD, data privacy rules, policies and procedures

• Database management with strong organizational and time management skills

• Data practices knowledge or experience

• Experience using a multi-line telephone system

• Experience providing administrative support in Law Enforcement

• Ability to work cooperatively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and underserved communities

Physical Requirements

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

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, which includes the following components:

• Criminal History Check

• Reference Check

• Credit Check

• Fingerprints (MNJIS/CJIS)

• 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 [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.