Financial Compliance Team Lead - State Program Administrator Senior

Minnesota Department of Public Safety - DPS; Saint Paul (MN); Remote; USD 60,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework eligible

Pension plan

Job summary

The Minnesota Department of Public Safety seeks a Financial Compliance Team Lead to guide the financial compliance monitor team and perform advanced day-to-day financial compliance work. You will oversee sub-grant reviews to ensure spending aligns with state and federal regulations, partnering with grant managers and grantees.

Ideal candidates have leadership experience, strong accounting knowledge, and proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Two (2) years of experience analyzing income/expense transactions and ability to exercise judgement in the areas of noncompliance, interpreting financial data and budgets.
• Experience leading and training colleagues, including the ability to provide guidance, coaching, and technical assistance to staff and external partners.
• Knowledge of basic accounting skills and/or high level math skills to interpret, analyze and discern financial reports.
• Experience with Microsoft Office including use of spreadsheets.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for the financial compliance monitor team, ensuring tasks meet quality standards and align with OJP goals.
• Perform advanced day-to-day financial compliance work and provide guidance and training to staff.
• Lead sub-grant desk reviews to ensure compliance with state and federal funding requirements and assist sub-grantees when noncompliance is found.

Skills

Income/expense analysis

Leadership & training

Accounting basics

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Telework Eligible: Yes

Working Title: Financial Compliance Team Lead

Job Class: State Program Administrator Senior

Agency: Public Safety Dept

• Job ID: 97248
• 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 10/07/2026.
• Date Posted: 10/01/2026
• Closing Date: 10/07/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Public Safety Dept / Public Safety-MAPE
• Division/Unit: Office of Justice Programs / OJP Admin Team
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift / 8:00am - 4:30pm
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: Yes - Up to 25% of the time
• Salary Range: $28.75 - $42.16 / hourly; $60,030 - $88,030 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
• FLSA Status: Nonexempt
• 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 acts as the primary point of contact for the financial compliance monitor team, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently, quality standards are met, and expectations align with OJP goals. In addition, this position performs advanced day-to-day financial compliance work, while providing guidance, training and operational direction. As team lead, this position will complete high level sub-grant desk reviews to ensure financial compliance with State and Federal funding requirements. Additionally, this position will determine issues of noncompliance by reviewing sub-grantee financial processes, determine whether funding is being spent in accordance with state and/or federal regulations, assist sub-grantees when noncompliance issues are discovered by working in tandem with OJP grant managers and their grantees.

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

• Two (2) years of experience analyzing income/expense transactions and ability to exercise judgement in the areas of noncompliance, interpreting financial data and budgets
• Experience leading and training colleagues, including the ability to provide guidance, coaching, and technical assistance to staff and external partners
• Knowledge of basic accounting skills and/or high level math skills to interpret, analyze and discern financial reports
• Experience with Microsoft Office including use of spreadsheets
• Ability to work cooperatively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and underserved communities

Candidates that meet the above qualifications will be further evaluated on:

• Experience training and mentoring colleagues, including documenting procedures and providing guidance, coaching, and technical assistance
• Math, reading and writing skills sufficient to analyze financial reports and provide technical assistance and training to all stakeholders
• Ability to provide clear and positive feedback when noncompliance issues are revealed
• Ability to prepare written assessments and report

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience reading and understanding state and federal laws, statutes and regulations
• Experience working independently and providing excellent customer service to internal and external stakeholders

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

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
• Driver's 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 Affordant Action Division at [e-mail] or call 651-539-1875 (voice) or using your preferred telecommunications relay provider.