**Working Title: Regional Services Director** **Job Class: State Program Administrator, Manager Senior** **Agency: MN Department of Natural Resources** + **Job ID** : 82469 + **Location** : St. Paul, New Ulm, Grand Rapids, or Bemidji + **Telework Eligible** : Yes; Hybrid Schedule Available + **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time + **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited + **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers + **Date Posted** : 01/02/2025 + **Closing Date** : 01/22/2025 + **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Department of Natural Resources + **Division/Unit** : Operations Services / OSD OMB Section Heads + **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Shift + **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday + **Travel Required** : Yes - Limited + **Salary Range:** $43.38 - $62.41 / hourly; $90,577 - $130,312 / annually + **Classified Status** : Classified + **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 220 - Managerial Plan / Unrepresented + **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. The DNR is seeking to hire one (1) full-time Regional Services Director at out central office, located in Bemidji, Grand Rapids, New Ulm, or Saint Paul, MN in the Operations Services Division. Specific location will be determined at time of selection. This position exists to provide management oversite for the acquisition of service and construction contracts as well as service delivery of fiscal operations, and regional disaster recovery activities so that the goals of the department are met and are consistent with the strategies set by the Commissioner’s Office, Governor’s Office, and state law. The Regional Services Director provides counsel and direction to the CFO, Finance Director, Division Director and the Division Management Team (DMT) and Regional Management Team (RMT) to assure ethical, efficient and responsive customer oriented acquisition of service and construction contracts and fiscal management services; identify and resolve problems and develop and improve state administrative systems, policies, procedures, controls, and business processes including: to supports senior management direction, actions support DNR operations, and so that work assignments are completed in an efficient and expedient manner. This position serves on agency and statewide financial and procurement advisory teams and workgroups. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: + Manage service and construction procurement oversight functions for the agency. Provide consultation to program leadership, policy and procedure setting, reporting and transactions at a statewide level so that federal and state laws are adhered to, statewide and department policies and procedures are followed, conflicts of interest do not arise, and that all service and construction contracts support senior management direction and the DNR mission. + Manage the Regional Services Supervisors and Principal Contract Officers to ensure support of OMBS executive and OSD division director direction and provide managerial guidance and support in employee relations and work performance activities. + Provide business, financial, strategic direction and management to OSD Regional Services, Regional Management Teams (RMT) and Division Management Teams (DMT). Ensure general accounting, budgeting and procurement functions are being provided as needed and are in in compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), State and Federal laws, and State accounting and procurement policies. + Manage the fiscal oversight and planning of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) process for public assistance requests and reimbursements for all non-fire natural disasters in the regions. This position may be eligible to telework, which is subject to change. If approved, the employee would be required to complete a telework agreement. This position will require reporting to the primary work location for meetings, training, onboarding, or as needed by supervisor. **Minimum Qualifications** + Four (4) years of managerial or supervisory experience overseeing accounting, procurement, contracting, and fiscal operations, with demonstrated knowledge of administration principles sufficient to develop, direct and maintain department accounting, construction, and service procurement operations. + Demonstrated experience in interpreting statute or policy language to implement a program or recommend programimprovements. + Manager or Supervisory experience demonstrating the ability to direct work, manage conflict, hold employees accountable, support growth development, and train and motivate staff to perform jobs effectively. + Experience in utilizing the principles of supervision sufficient to effectively hire, lead, motivate, develop, foster teamwork, assign work, evaluate, discipline, reward, and manage direct reports. + Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and practices (GAAP) sufficient to ensure compliance with federal and state laws, and state accounting and procurement policies. + Communication skills sufficient to communicate policies, procedures, and standards effectively and to maintain effective working relationships with managers, public, and employees. + Human relations skills sufficient to build networks of colleagues throughout the public sector; to effectively communicate with clients and other governmental officials and understand, develop, motivate, collaborate with, and lead others. + Ability to treat employees inclusively in the areas of accommodation, scheduling, expectations, individualized resource needs, training, and development. + Ability to research and interpret relevant laws sufficient to effectively inform and direct staff, agency leadership, and contractors. **Preferred Qualifications** + A bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Public Administration or a closely related field. + Knowledge of government procurement practices and accounting practices. + Knowledge of statutes, regulations, internal controls, and agency operations. + Knowledge of legal principles and practices applicable to contract law and state law. + Knowledge of state and federal laws, rules, regulations, and procedures regarding contract administration. **Additional Requirements** No driving duties are required. Applicants must have the ability to meet the physical requirements and work in the environmental conditions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. It is policy of the Department of Natural Resources that all candidates submit to a background check prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components: • Criminal History Check • Education Verification • Employment Reference / Records Check • License / Certification Verification 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 careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.