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Deputy Director Neighborhood Safety

Salary

$123,797.44 - $146,754.40 Annually

Location

Minneapolis, MN

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

2025-00448

Department

Neighborhood Safety

Division

Neighborhood Safety

Opening Date

09/05/2025

Closing Date

9/21/2025 11:59 PM Central

FLSA

Exempt

Bargaining Unit

CAP

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Position Description

This position will direct, coordinate, and provide strategic planning for community safety design and implementation functions; directly supervise project coordination managers. A high-level position focused on the strategic direction and coordination of community safety evaluation and innovation is needed to ensure movement on new programming and work at a high-level with departments' leadership. The position is mainly responsible for the internal and day to day operations of the department, providing oversight of staff, projects, programs, and initiatives within the department. The Deputy Director, alongside the Director, develops and maintains strategic and key enterprise and external partnerships and relationships. In collaboration with the Director, the Deputy develops and manages the budget and overall strategy for the department.

Work Location

This position may be eligible for flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work with some days working remotely and some days working in the office.

The City of Minneapolis does not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

+ Responsible for the operations of the department, participate in executive level decision making, developing, and maintaining organizational structure, agenda setting, strategic planning and budget development/oversight.

+ Review department budgets and monitor expenditures, authorize budget modifications, and track capital expenditures.

+ Participate in executive level decisions and policy setting within the department.

+ Manage and maintain strong relationships with a broad set of stakeholders, including senior government officials and private and nonprofit sector leaders in the community

+ Communicate with and inform high-level City leaders (Mayor and executive leaders) on progress and decisions to be made.

+ Consult with and convene internal and external experts to generate innovative solutions and assess their feasibility.

+ Identify opportunities for improvement through data collection and analytics, review and support department performance measure framework, human-centered design, and other relevant approaches.

+ Review major transactions and agreements impacting the department and make recommendations to the Director regarding departmental approval and recommendations to the City Council.

+ Participate in workforce planning for the Department.

+ Create, develop, and implement department programs and training to address specific areas of concern, and promote team building, employee engagement, and employee recognition.

+ Assume the role and responsibility of the Director in the absence or at the direction of the Director

+ Oversee internal operations of the department

+ Evaluate department policies, programs, and initiative

+ Provide support to supervisors and program managers for operational and personnel needs

+ Delegate staff and departmental resources as needed

+ Lead and oversee the preparation of reports, research efforts, planning documents and presentations to elected official, external stakeholder groups and the general public

+ Provide managerial supervision over department projects and initiatives.

+ Lead department policy setting.

+ Manage the Grants and Special Project Section, supervising and assisting staff in the production of grant applications.

+ Support and implement the priorities of the department and the Office of Community Safety.

Working Conditions

Office Environment

Required Qualifications

Minimum Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration, public safety, or related fields

Minimum Experience

Five or more years of related experience

Equivalency

An equivalent combination of education and experience closely related to the duties of the position MAY be considered.

Cover Letter/Resume

A cover letter and resume are strongly preferred. You are strongly encouraged to attach a cover letter and updated resume to your application.

Selection Process

The selection process will consist of one or more of the following steps: a rating of relevant education and experience 100%. It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will be used to determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions. The City of Minneapolis Human Resources Department reserves the right to limit the number in any phase of the selection process.

Background Check (Police)

The City has determined that a thorough Minneapolis Police Department criminal background check is necessary for positions with this job title. Applicants must sign an informed consent allowing the City to obtain their criminal history information in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be considered for the position.

Union Representation

This position is not represented by a collective bargaining agreement. This is an appointed position.

Interview Selection

The hiring authority reserves the right to determine the maximum number of candidates to interview from the established eligible list. If the hiring authority decides to interview other than by exam score order, they may select additional people to interview based on a candidate’s education or experience related to the field, work history, or skills uniquely related to the operational needs of the position.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

+ Demonstrated knowledge of leadership and management of public organizations.

+ Knowledge of quality improvement and business re-engineering principles, tools, and practices.

+ Demonstrated knowledge of operations and organizational development.

+ Ability to work with staff at all levels of the organization.

+ Experience analyzing data and developing metrics.

+ Fluency in English.

As the largest and most vibrant city in the state, Minneapolis depends on purposeful, dedicated and innovative employees. Minneapolis has a large variety of careers for people of all experiences and backgrounds who come together for a singular purpose—serving the residents, businesses and visitors of Minneapolis.

The City of Minneapolis is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.

Benefits Summary

Our employees enjoy competitive salaries and generous benefits. We pride ourselves on a comprehensive benefits program that supports employees' health and financial well-being. Programs, resources, and benefit eligibility varies based on position, average hours worked, location and length of service. For detailed benefits information, please visit the benefits page (http://www.minneapolismn.gov/hr/benefits/WCMS1Q-066289) .

Insurance

Health insurance

Eligibility for benefits begins the first of the month following employment date. The City of Minneapolis offers eligible employees one plan design (http://cityofminneapolis.welcometomedica.com/page/61) with a choice of six provider networks, allowing you to select the best option for you. Available plans include Medica Choice Passport, Medica Elect, VantagePlus with Medica, Park Nicollet and HealthPartners Medical Group First with Medica, Ridgeview Community Network powered by Medica, and Clear Value with Medica.

Dental insurance

The City of Minneapolis offers dental insurance through Delta Dental of Minnesota and pays 100% of the monthly premium for eligible employees.

Life insurance

The city provides basic life insurance of one-times your annual salary up to $50,000. You can elect to purchase optional life insurance.

Benefits

Paid time off

Our generous leave package includes vacation, holidays and paid sick leave, which gives employees the opportunity to enhance their quality of life outside work. Amounts and accrual rates are based on years of experience and collective bargaining agreements (http://www.minneapolismn.gov/hr/laboragreements/index.htm) .

Paid parental leave

City employees are eligible for up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in the event of a birth or placement for adoption of a child.

Retirement

City employees earn a pension and may choose to participate in additional retirement savings programs.

+ Pension: The City of Minneapolis participates in the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA). Employees and the City both contribute a percentage of your pay to fund future benefits.

+ Deferred compensation: Employees may choose to participate in pre-tax or after-tax savings plans through the Minnesota State Retirement System (MSRS).

Transportation

Appointed employees are provided with their choice of one of the following transportation options:

+ A paid parking space non-reserved parking space at the Federal Courthouse Ramp pr

+ A Metropass which provides unlimited rides on metro-area buses and the light rail system.

Learning and development

To engage and develop employees, the City of Minneapolis offers classes in leadership, cultural agility, change management and more. Additionally, educational discounts at Augsburg University, Hamline University, St. Catherine’s, and St. Mary's University of Minnesota are available to City employees.

Other perks

Employees can also take advantage of flexible spending accounts, the Employee Assistance Program (https://www2.minneapolismn.gov/government/departments/hr/benefits/employee-assistance-program/) , health club discounts and more.

01

How did you find out about this position? (Select all that apply)

+ Recruiter

+ City of Minneapolis website

+ City of Minneapolis employee

+ City of Minneapolis job interest card

+ City of Minneapolis Career Opportunities Bulletin

+ Friend or family member

+ League of Minnesota Cities website

+ Diversityjobs.com website

+ Governmentjobs.com website

+ Indeed.com website

+ Minnesotajobs.com website

+ Minnesota Council of Nonprofits Website

+ Other website

+ LinkedIn

+ Twitter

+ Facebook

+ Other social media site

+ Newspaper

+ Other media

+ College or University

+ Community organization

+ Job Fair

+ Professional association

+ Site Visit

02

Please specify where you heard about the position (e.g., website name, City of Minneapolis employee name, job fair, professional association).

03

This position will require an extensive Minneapolis Police Department background check. Individuals who have been convicted of a felony crime will not be considered, including any prior thefts or other criminal convictions related to dishonesty. Will you be able to pass this background check?

+ Yes

+ No

04

Please indicate below the highest level of education that you have completed.

+ None

+ High School Diploma or GED

+ Associate Degree

+ Bachelor's Degree

+ Master's Degree

+ Doctorate

05

How many years of experience do you have performing the duties similar to those listed in the job description?

+ None

+ Less than 1 year

+ 1 years but less than 3 years

+ 3 years but less than 5 years

+ 5 years but less than 7 years

+ 7 years but less than 9 years

+ 9 or more

06

How many years of full time experience do you have working within a budgeting process?

+ None

+ Less than one year

+ 1 to 3 years

+ 3 to 5 years

+ 5 to 7 years

+ 7 to 9 years

+ More than 9 years

07

Do you have experience presenting information and/or analysis to internal/ external stakeholders?

+ None

+ Less than 1 year

+ 1 to 3 years

+ 3 to 5 years

+ 5 to 7 years

+ 7 to 9 years

+ 9 or more years

08

Indicate how much experience you have implementing policies and procedures?

+ None

+ Less than 1 year

+ 1 to 3 years

+ 3 to 5 years

+ 5 to 7 years

+ 7 to 9 years

+ 9 or more years

09

How many years of experience do you have directly supervising others?

+ I do not have supervisory experience

+ Less than 1 year

+ At least 1 year, but less than 3 years

+ At least 3 years, but less than 5 years of experience

+ At least 5 years, but less than 7 years of experience

+ At least 7 years, but less than 9 years of experience

+ More than 9 years of experience

10

How many years of experience do you have creating, developing, and implementing programs and trainings?

+ None

+ Less than 1 year

+ 1 to 3 years

+ 3 to 5 years

+ 5 to 7 years

+ 7 to 9 years

+ 9 or more years

11

This position strongly encourages attaching a cover letter and resume. Have you attached both documents to your application?

+ Yes

+ No

Required Question

Employer

City of Minneapolis

Address

350 South 5th Street

Room 1

Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55415

Phone

(612) 673-2282

Website

http://www.minneapolismn.gov/jobs

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