Driver Services Assistant Program Director​/State Prog Admin Manager

• Job
• Location:
  
  St. Paul
• Telework Eligible:
  Yes
• Full/Part Time:
  Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary:
  Unlimited
• Who May Apply:
  Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 09/25/2026
• Closing Date: 10/15/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit:
  Public Safety Dept / Public Safety-Managerial
• Division/Unit: DVS Administrative Services / DVS Management
• Work Shift/
  
  Work Hours:
  
  Day Shift / 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
• Days of Work:
  Monday – Friday
• Travel Required:
  
  No
• Salary Range: $41.58 - $60.10 / hourly; $86,819 - $125,488 / annually
• Classified Status:
  Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 220 - Manager/Unrep
• FLSA Status:
  Exempt - Executive
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities:
  Yes

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 Driver Services (DS) Assistant Director is responsible for supporting the DS Director in managing the DS areas of DVS and serving in the DS Director’s capacity in their absence. DS is comprised of the following three core program areas.

Operates statewide exam stations for passenger, motorcycle, and commercial driver testing.

Manages programs that uphold driver safety and legal standards, including investigations, fines, and improvement initiatives.

Verifies that credential applications meet federal and state requirements, ensuring the integrity of Minnesota’s driver credentials.

This position will support the DS Program Director in all facets of DS program management to include but not limited to strategic planning, operational management, policy development, legislative implementation, regulatory compliance, budget management, and organizational management. The DS Assistant Program Director will be directly responsible for the DS program’s operational management, regulatory compliance, and legislative implementation, and will escalat to the DS Program Director as needed.

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

• Employees may telework up to 50%, depending on the position and the needs of division.

Three (3) years of proven leadership and supervisory experience managing operational teams and direct reports. Experience must include the following:

• Coaching and mentoring supervisors and managers
• Strong communication and problem‑solving skills across all organizational levels
• Building and maintaining positive relationships with internal and external customers

Applicants that meet the above minimum qualifications will be further evaluated on the following:

• Demonstrated ability to motivate and inspire employees, delegate tasks effectively, and hold difficult conversations to manage conflict
• Experience interpreting and applying state and federal laws, rules, and regulations
• Background in regulatory compliance, audit participation, and legislative implementation
• Ability to work cooperatively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and underserved communities
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Business, Management, Organizational Development, or closely related field may substitute for one year of experience

• Strategic planning experience translating agency goals into…