Driver Services Assistant Program Director / State Prog Admin Manager

Working Title: Driver Services Assistant Program Director

Job Class: State Program Administrator, Manager

Agency: Public Safety Dept

• Job ID : 97044

• Location : St. Paul

• Telework Eligible : Yes

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 09/25/2026

• Closing Date : 10/15/2026

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

• Division/Unit : DVS Administrative Services / DVS Management

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

• Days of Work : Monday – Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $41.58 - $60.10 / hourly; $86,819 - $125,488 / 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 Driver Services (DS) Assistant Director is responsible for supporting the DS Director in managing the DS areas of DVS and serving in the DS Director’s capacity in their absence. DS is comprised of the following three core program areas.

Driver Exams – Operates statewide exam stations for passenger, motorcycle, and commercial driver testing.

Driver Compliance – Manages programs that uphold driver safety and legal standards, including investigations, fines, and improvement initiatives.

Credential Issuance – Verifies that credential applications meet federal and state requirements, ensuring the integrity of Minnesota’s driver credentials.

This position will support the DS Program Director in all facets of DS program management to include but not limited to strategic planning, operational management, policy development, legislative implementation, regulatory compliance, budget management, and organizational management. The DS Assistant Program Director will be directly responsible for the DS program’s operational management, regulatory compliance, and legislative implementation, and will escalate to the DS Program Director as needed.

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

*Employees may telework up to 50%, depending on the position and the needs of division.

Minimum Qualifications

Three* (3) years of proven leadership and supervisory experience managing operational teams and direct reports. Experience must include the following:

• Coaching and mentoring supervisors and managers

• Strong communication and problem-solving skills across all organizational levels

• Building and maintaining positive relationships with internal and external customers

Applicants that meet the above minimum qualifications will be further evaluated on the following:

• Demonstrated ability to motivate and inspire employees, delegate tasks effectively, and hold difficult conversations to manage conflict

• Experience interpreting and applying state and federal laws, rules, and regulations

• Background in regulatory compliance, audit participation, and legislative implementation

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

*Bachelor’s degree or higher in Business, Management, Organizational Development, or closely related field may substitute for one year of experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Strategic planning experience translating agency goals into tactical plans

• Experience collaborating with MNIT, other state agencies, and external partners

• Advanced analytical skills in policy development, performance tracking, and compliance strategy

• Demonstrated success in process improvement, standardization, and change management initiatives

• Prior experience in public sector operations

• Knowledge of Minnesota Department of Public Safety – Driver and Vehicle Services business functions, operations, and systems.

• Supervisory experience in a union or public sector environment.

• Knowledge of industry best practices, trends and emerging technologies

• Experience managing a business systems and operational support workforce

Physical Requirements

Requires occasionally moving and transporting such articles as file folders and small tools. May need to maintain a stationary position for long periods of time while carrying out job duties.

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, includes the following components:

• Criminal history

• Reference check

• Driver's license check

• Fingerprint check

• US Citizenship check

• SEMA4 check

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.