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Working Title: Deputy Director
Job Class: Direct Care & Treatment Manager 5
Agency: Direct Care and Treatment

• Job ID: 98354
• Location: Vadnais Heights
• Telework Eligible: Yes 50%
• Full/Part Time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 11/10/2026
• Closing Date: 12/01/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Direct Care and Treatment / DCT Manager
• Division/Unit: MSOP Admin Svcs / MSOP Executive Operations
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift / 7:30am-4:00pm
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: Yes 20%
• Salary Range: $61.89 - $88.61 / hourly; $129,226 - $185,017 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 220 - Manager/Unrep
• FLSA Status: Exempt - Executive
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

Direct Care & Treatment (DCT) is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DCT does not participate in E-Verify.

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.

Job Summary

Telework options for this position are dependent on where the employee lives. With approval, employees that live within 50 miles from the primary work location may telework up to 50%. Employees that live 50 miles or more from the primary location and live in Minnesota may telework more than 50% with approval.

The Minnesota Sex Offender Program (MSOP) is a residential, sex offense specific treatment program in a secure setting that provides services to over 700 individuals who have been civilly committed following a pattern of sexually harmful behavior. MSOP is a national leader in the field and is committed to providing services on the leading edge of the comprehensive evaluation, treatment, and management of clients. With facilities located in Moose Lake and St. Peter, MN, MSOP offers a stable career where you can make a meaningful impact on public safety in Minnesota every day.

MSOP is currently seeking a Deputy Director to provide executive leadership to our operational and administrative services (facility management, DCT and MSOP strategic planning, policy and compliance, safety and security, and construction management). This is an opportunity to be part of a leadership team for an organization that is committed to our staff, clients and the community. The Deputy Director provides oversight and strategic direction to both of our facility locations and works to deliver effective and cost-efficient programming and security to the client population in addition to maintaining and assuring up to date methods of overall public safety while maintaining a therapeutic environment conducive to change.

The Deputy Director works collaboratively with the MSOP Executive Clinical Director to deliver quality services and programming across sites and to assure operational and clinical staff are demonstrating an integrated, collaborative approach that models MSOP Principles.

Responsibilities include:

Oversee the daily operational activities of MSOP's secured facilities to ensure the provision of a controlled, safe environment for staff, clients, and the public.

Participate in DCT committees, facilitate, and monitor continuous improvement projects; the Deputy Director represents the MSOP on committees including the Operations Management Team and leads the development of the program’s responses to any inquiries from regulatory entities.

Oversee program infrastructure, regulation compliance, and physical plant construction ensuring timely, effective, and cost-efficient plans and structures that enhance and support a therapeutic environment.

Collaborate and ensure agency or Direct Care and Treatment division centralized activities complement and support the MSOP strategic direction in the areas of human resources, financial services, staff development, worker safety, and business continuity planning.

Influence and shape the strategic and tactical direction of MSOP to support the overall ability to achieve short and long-term objectives.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Five (5) years of managerial or advanced supervisory experience within a secured residential treatment setting. Experience must include all of the following:

• Establishing and acquiring support for funding and management of budgets.
• Ensuring program compliance with processes, policies, procedures, and regulations related to management, staffing, contracts, procurement/supply, and fiscal management.
• Oversight of licensing and/or compliance issues related to maintaining programming certification and/or licensure.
• Developing and maintaining relationships with other State, County, and Federal agencies, advocacy groups, vendors, and the public.

Leadership Competencies required will include:

• Experience developing positive working relationships with others from multiple backgrounds and perspectives
• Ability to hold difficult conversations and resolve conflict
• Ability to create and communicate a strategic vision for the organization and a roadmap to achieve the vision
• Ability to identify internal and external pressures that may impact the work of the agency and navigate them effectively
• Experience creating plans, as well as identifying and analyzing data to measure improvement or evaluate successes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Law Enforcement, or related field.
• Extensive knowledge and experience of security measures, policy and procedures as they relate to client management, movement, physical plant constraints, and programming impacts.
• Experience in tactical response, secure facility environment protocols, and security staffing deployment.
• Understanding, managing and controlling a secure environment in a treatment setting in a manner that continually improves the operations, requires a commitment, concern and proprietary interest in the clients, the employees, the physical plant, and the public.

Additional Requirements

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS – Direct Care & Treatment will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.

EDUCATION VERIFICATION - Applicants will be required to provide a copy of their high school diploma at time of interview OR copies of their college transcript or college degree/diploma at time of interview. Copies of the college degree/diploma are acceptable ONLY if it clearly identifies the field in which it was earned.

Direct Care & Treatment (DCT) healthcare facilities require employees to provide documentation that they are free from tuberculosis (TB) through a blood test prior to employment. DCT does not accept TB skin testing.

Application Details

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 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.

Contact

If you have questions about this position, contact at Doug.latuseck@state.mn.us

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 at dana.schneider@state.mn.us.

If you are an individual with a disability and need an ADA accommodation for an interview, you may contact Direct Care & Treatment’s Office of Equal Opportunity at Accommodations.DCT@state.mn.us or call 651-539-7243.

CERTAIN DISABLED VETERANS: Effective August 1, 2012, legislation provides state agencies with the option to appoint certain disabled veterans on a noncompetitive basis if they: 1) meet service requirements and have a verified service-connected disability rating of at least 30%; 2) provide qualifying documentation verifying the disability; and 3) meet all Minimum Qualifications identified in this posting. To be considered under this legislation you must submit all documentation before the closing date to: Dana.schneider@state.mn.us

About Direct Care and Treatment

DCT operates a highly specialized behavioral health care system that serves people with mental illness, substance abuse disorders, and developmental and intellectual disabilities. This includes psychiatric hospitals and other inpatient mental health treatment facilities; inpatient substance abuse treatment facilities; dental clinics, group homes, vocational sites, and sex offender treatment facilities.

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 benefits 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 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and let us know the support you need.