Crime Victim Justice Unit Director / State Prog Admin Director

Minnesota Direct Care and Treatment; Saint-Paul; On-site; CAD 113,000 - 163,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework eligible

Benefits package

Job summary

Minnesota Department of Public Safety is seeking a Crime Victim Justice Unit Director in St. Paul. This role leads the CVJU, overseeing investigations, reporting on victim rights, and coordinating with prosecutors, law enforcement, and victim services to uphold victim protections.

The director will assess crime victim rights status, prepare briefs for legislators, and recommend statutory and policy changes. Telework eligible; regular day shift with potential travel up to 25%.

Qualifications

• Four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in criminal justice, crime victim services, legal services, investigations, regulatory/compliance oversight, or a closely related field.
• Experience conducting, directing, or reviewing complex investigations, complaint reviews, case reviews, or compliance matters, including gathering and analyzing information, evaluating conflicting facts, documenting findings, and developing recommendations or corrective actions.
• Leadership experience that includes supervising, leading, directing, or providing work direction to employees or professional staff.
• Experience working with criminal justice agencies, government entities, legal professionals, victim service organizations, or other external stakeholders on complex or sensitive issues.
• Experience developing or evaluating policies, procedures, programs, or practices and recommending changes based on findings.
• Written and verbal communication skills sufficient to prepare complex reports, findings, recommendations, policies, procedures, or similar documents.

Responsibilities

• Administer and provide supervisory oversight for the CVJU within the Office of Justice Programs.
• Lead investigations and review complaints or casework affecting crime victims’ rights.
• Coordinate with prosecutors, law enforcement, courts, and victim service providers; communicate findings to legislators and executives.
• Develop recommendations for statutory and policy improvements to protect crime victims’ rights.
• Manage the state’s automated crime victim notification system and ensure program effectiveness.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder collaboration

Written communication

Verbal communication

Policy and program evaluation

Regulatory/compliance oversight

Diversity and inclusion

Job description

Working Title: Crime Victim Justice Unit Director

Job Class: State Program Administrator, Director

• Job ID: 96682
• Location: St. Paul
• 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 bid by emailing [e-mail] by 11:59 PM 09/09/2026.
• Date Posted: 09/03/2026
• Closing Date: 09/23/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Public Safety Dept / Public Safety-MMA
• Division/Unit: Office of Justice Programs / OJP Training and Research Team
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift / 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: Yes - Up to 25% of the time
• Salary Range: $38.83 - $55.93 / hourly; $81,077 - $116,781 / 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

Agency: Public Safety Dept

• Job ID: 96682
• Location: St. Paul
• Telework Eligible: Yes
• 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 bid by emailing [e-mail] by 11:59 PM 09/09/2026.
• Date Posted: 09/03/2026
• Closing Date: 09/23/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Public Safety Dept / Public Safety-MMA
• Division/Unit: Office of Justice Programs / OJP Training and Research Team
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift / 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: Yes - Up to 25% of the time
• Salary Range: $38.83 - $55.93 / hourly; $81,077 - $116,781 / 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.

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

This position administers and provides supervisory oversight for the Office of Justice Programs (OJP) Crime Victim Justice Unit (CVJU) created to enforce the provisions of the Crime Victim Rights Oversight Act (Minn. Stat. 611A.72-.74) on behalf of the Commissioner of Public Safety. The director of the CVJU has the responsibility to act as the lead investigator on complaints and/or own initiative in regards to any decisions, or acts of any element of the criminal justice system including prosecutors, law enforcement, probation, city, county and state officials, court personnel, and victim service providers covered pursuant to Minn. Statute 611A.74. This position assesses the status of crime victim rights and provides periodic reports to legislators, the Executive Director of the Office of Justice programs, and the Commissioner of Public Safety regarding the treatment of crime victims by members of the criminal justice system. The incumbent makes recommendations regarding statutory and policy improvements in the rights of crime victims. This position also manages the administration of the state’s automated crime victim notification system.

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

• Four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in criminal justice, crime victim services, legal services, investigations, regulatory/compliance oversight, or a closely related field. Experience must include responsibility for interpreting and applying laws, regulations, policies, or procedures and making recommendations or determinations based on that analysis.
• Experience conducting, directing, or reviewing complex investigations, complaint reviews, case reviews, or compliance matters, including gathering and analyzing information, evaluating conflicting facts, documenting findings, and developing recommendations or corrective actions.
• Leadership experience that includes supervising, leading, directing, or providing work direction to employees or professional staff, including assigning work, establishing expectations, reviewing work products, providing feedback, and addressing performance or development needs.
• Experience working with criminal justice agencies, government entities, legal professionals, victim service organizations, or other external stakeholders on complex or sensitive issues, including experience building cooperation, resolving disagreements, or making recommendations to stakeholders.
• Experience developing or evaluating policies, procedures, programs, or practices and recommending changes based on statutory, regulatory, investigative, programmatic, or operational findings
• Written and verbal communication skills sufficient to prepare complex reports, findings, recommendations, policies, procedures, or similar documents and communicate complex or sensitive information to varied audiences.
• Ability to work cooperatively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and underserved communities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of Minnesota crime victim rights laws, including Minn. Stat. Chapter 611A, and the rights and remedies available to crime victims.
• Experience working within or extensively with the criminal justice system, including law enforcement, prosecution, courts, corrections/probation, or crime victim services.
• Experience managing or overseeing a governmental, regulatory, investigative, compliance, ombudsman, or crime victim services program, including responsibility for program policies, operations, service delivery, or performance.
• Experience presenting findings, recommendations, testimony, training, or technical information to executive leadership, legislators, government officials, professional organizations, or other public audiences.
• Experience managing contracts, vendors, or technology-based service programs, including monitoring performance, resolving service issues, or coordinating implementation with external partners.

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

It is the policy of the Department of Public Safety that all employees submit to a background investigation prior to employment, which includes successful completion of the following background components:

• Criminal history
• Reference check
• Drivers License check
• 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.

About Public Safety Dept

The Minnesota Department of Public Safety (DPS) is a diverse, complex agency dedicated to serving communities across the state. DPS has 10 public facing and four support divisions with about 2,400 dedicated employees operating programs statewide that all have one goal: Building a safer Minnesota.

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
• 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 Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email [e-mail] and let us know the support you need.

For accommodations or questions about accessibility specifically relating to this job announcement, please email the Affrimative Action Division at [e-mail] or call 651-539-1875 (voice) or using your preferred telecommunications relay provider.