Business Manager​/Business Manager

• Who May Apply:
  Open to all qualified job seekers and DPS employees eligible to bid (permanent, classified employees in the same job and class). Eligible bidders should apply through self-service and confirm their bid by emailing bryan.beyl.us by 11:59 PM on 09/28/2026.
• Date Posted: 09/22/2026
• Closing Date: 10/12/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit:
  Public Safety Dept / Public Safety-Managerial
• Division/Unit:
  Homeland Security & Emer Mgmt / HSEM Management Deputy
• Work Shift/
  
  Work Hours:
  
  Day Shift / 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
• Days of Work:
  Monday
  - Friday
• Travel Required:
  
  Yes, up to 25%
• Salary Range: $38.64 - $55.93 / hourly; $80,680 - $116,781 / 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.

This position plans, directs, and coordinates the day-to-day financial, budget, and grant management functions for the Homeland Security and Emergency Management (HSEM) Division and directly supervises HSEM’s professional grants management staff. Serving as the Division’s Business Manager and fiscal lead, this position provides senior-level leadership as a member of the HSEM Senior Management Team, ensuring the development and implementation of comprehensive budgeting and grant programs, including the Homeland Security Grant Program, and the State and Local Emergency Management Performance Grant.

The Business Manager ensures that financial and grant administration are fully integrated with HSEM’s operational programs and coordinated with federal, tribal, local, and non-governmental partners. The Business Manager oversees an annual budget exceeding $60 million and provides oversight of grant management, administrative services, fleet management, contracts, and purchasing. Supervisory responsibilities include hiring, direction, discipline, performance evaluation, and training of supervisory staff.

The Business Manager also leads division-wide budget planning and provides ongoing fiscal oversight through regular coordination with DPS Fiscal and Accounting Services and the assigned accounting officer.

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% or more, depending on the position and the needs of the division.

• Five* (5) years of experience in accounting, business administration or related work area.

• Strong knowledge and understanding of accounting principles and standards, including GAAP and fund accounting
• Knowledge of functions, procedures, law, rules and regulations related to state government and financial management
  
  Strong analytical and computer skills, including working with spreadsheets and preparing reports
• Strong communications skills
• Ability to work cooperatively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and underserved communities

• Demonstrated leadership experience. Leadership experience can include experience as a supervisor, lead worker, team lead, project lead, or completion of a…