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Working Title: MNJIS Deputy Director/CJIS Systems Officer

Job Class: Information Systems Director

Agency: Public Safety Dept

+ **Job ID** : 90035

+ **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** : 11/6/2025

+ **Closing Date** : 11/26/2025

+ **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Public Safety Dept / Public Safety-Managerial

+ **Division/Unit** : Criminal Apprehension / BCA Support Management

+ **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift / 8:00am - 4:30pm

+ **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday

+ **Travel Required** : No

+ **Salary Range:** $59.67 - $85.41 / hourly; $124,590 - $178,336 / 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.

This position provides senior leadership and management within the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) as the Deputy Director of Minnesota Justice Information Services (MNJIS). The Deputy Director also serves as Minnesota’s FBI Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Systems Officer (CSO), providing oversight and strategic direction for the state’s CJIS Security and Compliance Program. The BCA’s MNJIS Division serves as the statewide gateway for criminal justice information systems and services, connecting local, state, and federal criminal and non-criminal justice agencies through the secure Criminal Justice Data Network (CJDN). MNJIS is also responsible for coordinating, implementing, and managing Minnesota’s statewide criminal justice integration initiatives. This position provides enterprise-level management, strategic leadership, and oversight for all BCA/MNJIS products and services, including the BCA’s secure CJDN and its supporting infrastructure.

This position will have the option of teleworking up to two (2) days per week.

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.

Minimum Qualifications

1. A minimum of eight (8) years of professional experience in the criminal justice system, including at least five (5) years in a managerial capacity leading the development implementation and operations of large-scale information systems/applications, which include all of the following:

+ Experience in software engineering and system development, including architecture, operations, maintenance, 24/7 support, and application testing, following standard development methodologies

+ Experience in program management and business process improvement, including the development and implementation of information technology policies, standards, and practices

+ Experience in maintaining multi-agency information technology relationships

+ Strategic planning capabilities related to information technology and security with the ability to evaluate and analyze complex issues at a strategic level to develop problem-solving solutions

+ Proven skills in organizational development, leadership, delegation, and interpersonal communication to support and implement organizational change

2. Experience in the criminal justice field that includes interpreting, applying, and communicating complex state and federal laws to support division or program operations.

3. A demonstrated mindset focused on innovation and continuous improvement, with the ability to promote a culture of experimentation and adaptability.

5. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage diplomatically across audiences and maintain effective relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.

6. Supervisory experience including hiring, coaching, performance management, and team development.

7. Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and underserved communities.

Note: Competencies and qualifications listed above will be assessed during the interview process and further evaluated during the probationary period following appointment.

If you meet the above requirements and wish to be considered further in the selection process, you must provide a cover letter summarizing your experience. Please attach your cover letter AND resume to the online application.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree or advanced degree in law enforcement, criminal justice, public administration, information technology, cybersecurity or a related field from an accredited institution.

Knowledge of and experience interpreting and implementing FBI CJIS Security Policy requirements.

Experience working within public sector information technology, with strong knowledge of applicable statutes, rules, policies, standards, and government systems.

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

+ Fingerprinting check (MNJIS/CJIS)

+ Drug Screen

+ US Citizenship 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.