Deputy Director of Human Rights and Labor Standards

Deputy Director of Human Rights and Labor Standards

The Department of Human Rights and Equal Economic Opportunity (HREEO) is hiring a deputy director to ensure fair, accessible, and accountable City services, programs, and practices for Saint Paul residents, workers, businesses, and visitors.

HREEO administers and enforces City ordinances related to human rights, labor standards, accessibility, police civilian review, contract compliance, and related regulatory programs, while also supporting community engagement, public education, and interdepartmental coordination.

HREEO works across departments, community organizations, businesses, and governmental agencies to support consistent implementation of City policies and legal requirements and to strengthen public trust in City processes and services.

The posted salary range reflects the full classification range. Starting salary is dependent upon experience and qualifications.

• Lead the development and implementation of Citywide policy, compliance, and governance strategies aligned with City goals and priorities in partnership with the City Attorney’s Office.
• Advise executive leadership on emerging compliance risks, governance issues, regulatory changes, and operational impacts affecting City operations.
• Develop and monitor metrics, dashboards, and reporting mechanisms to evaluate compliance, performance, and strategic outcomes.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives that strengthen operational consistency, accountability, and organizational performance.
• Maintain expertise in evolving laws, regulations, and best practices impacting City operations and compliance requirements.
• Oversee compliance programs related to federal, state, local, contractual, and City requirements.
• Represent the Department and build collaborative partnerships with the Mayor’s Office, City Council, City departments, community organizations, businesses, law enforcement partners, external agencies, and other stakeholders.

The City of Saint Paul is dedicated to dismantling systemic racial, cultural, and economic barriers that prevent people from fully enjoying and participating in our community and ensuring fairness in opportunities and outcomes for all individuals. At the City of Saint Paul, we want our workforce to reflect the diverse city that we serve. Our leaders are guided by an unapologetic equity agenda, which promotes the belief that true equity is building a city that works for all of us.

A Bachelor's Degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Human Rights, or a related field, and four (4) years of experience in human rights enforcement, contract analysis and procurement, contract monitoring, investigation and enforcement, or capacity building.

At least one of these years must include supervision of staff.

Experience may be substituted for education based on two years of experience for one year of education.

The City of Saint Paul is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Veterans, women, persons of color, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

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Deputy Director of Human Rights and Labor Standards

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Deputy Director of Human Rights and Equal Economic Opportunity