Working Title: West Metro TZD Coordinator Job Class: Transportation Program Specialist 3 Agency: Public Safety Dept

- Job ID: 96472
- 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 [email protected] by 11:59 PM 08/27/2026
- Date Posted: 08/21/2026
- Closing Date: 09/03/2026
- Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Public Safety Dept / Public Safety-MAPE
- Division/Unit: Traffic Safety / OTS Traffic Safety Support
- Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift / 8:00am - 4:30pm
- Days of Work: Monday - Friday
- Travel Required: Yes - Up to 40% of the time
- Salary Range: $29.76 - $43.69 / hourly; $62,138 - $91,224 / 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.**

The position will coordinate the West Metro District Toward Zero Deaths (TZD) Traffic Safety Program by developing relationships, building organizational partnerships, encouraging participation and collaboration, planning events, developing, and sharing best practices, planning, and executing media outreach events, planning, implementing, and monitoring traffic safety projects and education programs so that traffic crashes resulting in serious injury or fatality are reduced within the region. Act as administrative coordinator for the regional TZD steering committee in their role of developing structure, strategy, initiatives, and in monitoring progress. 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 administering traffic safety awareness or injury prevention programs. A bachelor's degree or higher in journalism, communications, business, health, marketing, law enforcement or equivalent may count for one (1) year of required experience.
- Experience developing and delivering presentations
- Experience in project management or customer relations evaluating data and preparing reports to summarize findings.
- Ability to work cooperatively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and underserved communities

Candidates that meet the above qualifications will be further evaluated on:
- Experience administering or managing programs which include multiple stakeholders having a variety of differing interests and needs.
- Experience working directly with partners to promote awareness and to discuss and plan program operations.
- Experience working independently with limited supervision to develop programs in coordination with a variety of participants and stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications





- Participation or involvement in traffic safety awareness management such as law enforcement waves, education and outreach campaigns, emergency services strategies or engineering projects
- Experience administering or managing programs which include multiple stakeholders with differing interests and needs
- Experience working directly with local, regional or state officials to promote awareness and to discuss and plan program operations
- Qualitative and quantitative analysis methods sufficient to analyze data and to measure and evaluate program results
- Communication, planning, problem solving and time management skills
- Ability to effectively represent DPS and partner with traffic safety stakeholders from law enforcement, engineering, emergency medical and trauma services, and public health educators
- Ability to identify new and innovative approaches to promote traffic safety

Physical Requirements Requires occasionally moving and transporting such articles as file boxes and heavy hand tools or heavier materials with help from others, and moving and transporting light objects frequently. Even though the weights being moved and transported may be a negligible amount, a job in this category may require positioning self to move to a significant degree or may involve maintaining a stationary position for extended periods. 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

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.

How To Apply Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the Careers Help Desk at (phone hidden) or email [email protected]. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.

Contact

If you have questions about this position, contact Kara Kreutzer at [email protected] or (phone hidden).

To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Kara Kreutzer at [email protected].

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 advantages 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 (phone hidden) or email [email protected] and let us know the support you need.

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