Enterprise Continuity Deputy Director - State Program Administrator Manager Senior

State of Minnesota; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 94,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Minnesota, Minnesota Management & Budget is seeking an Enterprise Continuity Deputy Director to lead enterprise-wide continuity operations, budgeting, emergency preparedness, and crisis response planning for the executive branch. This senior role partners with agency commissioners and statewide leaders to ensure continuity of government during emergencies.

Reporting to the Enterprise Continuity Director, you will manage day-to-day continuity activities, supervise staff, and provide

Qualifications

• Five (5) or more years of continuity planning or emergency management experience, incl. 2+ years in supervision.
• Demonstrated leadership through supervision roles, team leads, or leadership programs.
• Experience developing continuity plans, budgeting, policy development, and organizational processes.
• Experience managing enterprise technology systems, continuity software, emergency alerting tools, vendor coordination.
• Strong communication across divisions and with external partners; commitment to DEAI.

Responsibilities

• Managing daily operations of the business continuity office, including policy development and strategic planning.
• Directing budget development and fiscal management for the office; advising senior leadership on resource allocation.
• Supervising the Enterprise Continuity Manager and providing coaching and performance management.
• Serving as Deputy and backup to the Enterprise Continuity Director and acting on the Director's behalf.
• Directing enterprise-wide continuity coordination during emergencies; advising executive leadership.
• Providing guidance on continuity planning, emergency response expectations, and best practices.

Skills

Leadership

Crisis management

Policy development

Budget forecasting

Communication

Team supervision

Education

Public Admin degree

Job description

Working Title : Enterprise Continuity Deputy Director

Job Class: State Program Administrator Manager Senior

Agency: Minnesota Management & Budget

• Job ID: 97315

• Location: St. Paul, MN

• Telework Eligible : Yes

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited

• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted: 09/29/2026

• Closing Date: 10/20/2026

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Minnesota Management & Budget

• Division/Unit: Enterprise Communications & Planning/Enterprise Continuity

• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift

• Days of Work: Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $44.80 - $64.46 / hourly; $93,542 - $134,592 / annually

• Classified Status: Classified

• Bargaining Unit: Manager's Plan

• FLSA Status: Exempt

• 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.

Minnesota Management and Budget (MMB) is seeking an Enterprise Continuity Deputy Director to lead and strengthen enterprise-wide continuity operations, budget and fiscal planning, emergency preparedness, and enterprise crisis response planning for the executive branch. The position serves as Deputy to the Enterprise Continuity Director, manages day-to-day Enterprise Continuity operations, and acts on behalf of the Director as needed. This highly visible role serves as a senior enterprise leader, regularly engaging with agency commissioners, the Governor’s Office, Legislative and Judicial branch partners, and statewide executive leadership.

The Deputy Director plays a critical role in ensuring the State of Minnesota can maintain critical government services during emergencies, disruptions, and other hazardous events. This role supports MMB’s mission by advancing coordinated continuity planning, enterprise emergency management and statewide readiness.

Job duties for this position include:

• Managing daily operations of the business continuity office, including policy development, staff direction, and strategic planning aligned with MMB’s priorities.

• Directing budget development and fiscal management for the business continuity office, including forecasting, biennial budget planning, and advising senior MMB leadership on resource allocation and strategic investment priorities.

• Supervising the Enterprise Continuity Manager, providing direction, coaching, performance management, and alignment with enterprise continuity priorities.

• Serving as Deputy and backup to the Enterprise Continuity Director, acting on the Director's behalf when needed and exercising independent judgment on enterprise continuity, emergency preparedness, and crisis response matters.

• Serving as a senior enterprise leader during emergencies or disruptions by directing enterprise-wide continuity coordination, advising executive leadership, making or recommending time-sensitive operational decisions, and ensuring executive branch agencies can activate continuity plans and maintain critical services.

• Providing expert guidance, training, and consultation to state agencies on continuity planning, emergency response expectations, workplace violence preparedness, and best practices.

• Overseeing the continuity planning software and emergency alerting system, leading system improvements, coordinating with vendors and MNIT, and ensuring reliable, enterprise-wide system performance.

• Representing MMB with cross-branch partners, including Legislative, Judicial, and Constitutional Offices, ensuring continuity of government (COG) planning is integrated.

Telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) options for this position are dependent on where the employee lives. With approval, employees that live within 50 miles from the primary work location may telework up to 50%. Employees that live 50 miles or more from the primary location and live in Minnesota may telework more than 50% with approval.

All MMB Leaders are expected to demonstrate and develop the six competency themes from the Enterprise-Wide Leader Competency Model: (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/enterprise-talent-development/career-development/Enterprise-Leader-Competency-Definition-Guide.pdf)

• Leading Self

• Leading Others

• Leading the Organization

• Leading Outside the Organization

• Leading with DEAI

• Getting Work Done

Minimum Qualifications

To facilitate proper years of service crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held. Candidates must clearly demonstrate all the following qualifications on their resume. Resume tips are available here (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/applicant-help/resume-tips/) .

• Five (5) or more years of progressively responsible experience in continuity planning or emergency management, crisis response, or all-hazards planning within complex, multi-level operational environments with multiple stakeholders, including a minimum of (2) years of management level experience supervising employees, including assigning work, providing direction or coaching, and evaluating performance.

• Demonstrated leadership, which can include any of the following:

• Experience as a supervisor, team lead, lead worker, or project lead in a continuity or emergency management planning environment, OR

• Completion of a State leadership development program, such as Emerging Leaders Institute (ELI) or Senior Leadership Institute (SLI), or completion of a similar or equivalent leadership program through another organization; OR

• A paid or unpaid position leading a program or chairing a committee related to emergency preparedness or continuity. The experience must include 1+ years of identifying issues, goals, and strategic actions and 100+ hours per year time commitment.

Experience must include:

• Developing, implementing, or managing continuity of operations plans, emergency preparedness activities, or agency-wide response actions.

• Overseeing continuity program operations such as budgeting, policy development, strategic planning, or organizational process improvement.

• Administering or managing enterprise technology systems, continuity software platforms, emergency alerting tools, or other operational systems, including system administration, upgrades and enhancements, vendor coordination, system maintenance, and user support.

• Communication skills sufficient to coordinate work across multiple divisions, agencies, or external partners to support enterprise-wide projects or emergency planning efforts.

• Demonstrated respect for diversity and a deep commitment to fostering an inclusive and collaborative work environment.

A bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, or emergency management may substitute for one (1) year of experience. A master’s degree in the previously listed fields may substitute for eighteen months of experience. A doctorate degree in the previously listed fields may substitute for two (2) years of experience.

Preferred Qualifications

MMB values diverse perspectives and encourages all qualified candidates to apply, even if they do not meet 100% of the preferred qualifications. Your unique skills and background might be just what we need!

• A master’s degree in public administration, business administration, or emergency management, or related field.

• Seven (7) or more years of progressively responsible experience in continuity planning or emergency management, crisis response, or all-hazards planning within complex, multi-level operational environments with multiple stakeholders, including a minimum of (3) years of management level experience supervising employees, including assigning work, providing direction or coaching, and evaluating performance.

• Demonstrated leadership, which can include any of the following:

• Experience directing enterprise- or statewide-level programs, including exercising independent judgment and decision-making on complex or high-impact matters; OR

• Experience advising senior executives (commissioner-, deputy commissioner-, or director-level) on strategic decisions, including in time-sensitive or high-visibility situations; OR

• Experience representing an organization to external executive stakeholders (e.g., legislative, judicial, or gubernatorial offices) on policy or operational matters.

• Professional continuity or emergency management certifications, such as Certified Public Sector Continuity Professional (CPSCP), Certified Business Continuity Professional (CBCP), FEMA Level I Certified Continuity Professional, or Minnesota Emergency Manager certification.

• Experience leading continuity, emergency preparedness, or crisis response programs in a state government or a large public-sector organization

• Experience developing or supporting biennial budget proposals, fiscal forecasting, or enterprise resource planning for continuity or emergency management programs.

• Experience designing and delivering training, briefings, or presentations for diverse audiences, including senior leadership and cross-agency partners.

Additional Requirements

It is the policy of Minnesota Management and Budget that a successful candidate must pass all required checks prior to employment which may consist of the below checks:

• SEMA4 records check (applies to current and past state employees only)

• Criminal history check

• Reference check

• Social Security and address verification

• Education verification

• Conflict of interest review

• Other legally or internal policy required checks

A criminal history does not automatically disqualify candidates, and each case will be reviewed individually on a case-by-case basis and in alignment with fair and equitable hiring practices.

Minnesota Management & Budget does not participate in E-Verify. Minnesota Management & Budget will not sponsor applicant work visas, including F-1 STEM OPT extensions. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

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 [e-mail] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.