Enterprise Continuity Lead: Deputy Director

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

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