Position Description This position will direct, coordinate, and provide strategic planning for community safety design and implementation functions; directly supervise project coordination managers. A high-level position focused on the strategic direction and coordination of community safety evaluation and innovation is needed to ensure movement on new programming and work at a high-level with departments' leadership. The position is mainly responsible for the internal and day to day operations of the department, providing oversight of staff, projects, programs, and initiatives within the department. The Deputy Director, alongside the Director, develops and maintains strategic and key enterprise and external partnerships and relationships. In collaboration with the Director, the Deputy develops and manages the budget and overall strategy for the department. Work Location This position currently works on-site only. The City of Minneapolis does not sponsor applicants for work visas. Job Duties and Responsibilities Responsible for the operations of the department, participate in executive level decision making, developing, and maintaining organizational structure, agenda setting, strategic planning and budget development/oversight. Review department budgets and monitor expenditures, authorize budget modifications, and track capital expenditures. Participate in executive level decisions and policy setting within the department. Manage and maintain strong relationships with a broad set of stakeholders, including senior government officials and private and nonprofit sector leaders in the community Communicate with and inform high-level City leaders (Mayor and executive leaders) on progress and decisions to be made. Consult with and convene internal and external experts to generate innovative solutions and assess their feasibility. Identify opportunities for improvement through data collection and analytics, review and support department performance measure framework, human-centered design, and other relevant approaches. Review major transactions and agreements impacting the department and make recommendations to the Director regarding departmental approval and recommendations to the City Council. Participate in workforce planning for the Department. Create, develop, and implement department programs and training to address specific areas of concern, and promote team building, employee engagement, and employee recognition. Assume the role and responsibility of the Director in the absence or at the direction of the Director Oversee internal operations of the department Evaluate department policies, programs, and initiative Provide support to supervisors and program managers for operational and personnel needs Delegate staff and departmental resources as needed Lead and oversee the preparation of reports, research efforts, planning documents and presentations to elected official, external stakeholder groups and the general public Provide managerial supervision over department projects and initiatives. Lead department policy setting. Manage the Grants and Special Project Section, supervising and assisting staff in the production of grant applications. WORKING CONDITIONS: Office Environment Required Qualifications Minimum Education Collage degree in business administration, public safety, or related fields Minimum Experience Five or more years of related experience Selection Process The selection process will consist of one or more of the following steps: a rating of relevant education and experience and/or an oral examination (100%). It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will be used to determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions. Only those candidates who attain a passing score (70%) on each step in the selection process will be placed on the eligibl list. The City of Minneapolis Human Resources Department reserves the right to limit the number in any phase of the selection process. Background Check The City has determined that a criminal background check and/or qualifications check may be necessary for certain positions with this job title. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the City to obtain their criminal history and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position. Union Representation This position is appointed (CAP). Eligible List Statement The names of applicants who meet minimum qualification and who pass the screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration. This list will be certified to the hiring manager who may use the list to fill a vacancy of the same job title. This eligible list will expire two months after it has been established. Interview Selection The hiring authority reserves the right to determine the maximum number of candidates to interview from the established eligible list. If the hiring authority decides to interview other than by exam score order, they may select additional people to interview based on a candidate's education or experience related to the field, work history, or skills uniquely related to the operational needs of the position. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Demonstrated knowledge of leadership and management of public organizations. Knowledge of quality improvement and business re-engineering principles, tools, and practices. Demonstrated knowledge of operations and organizational development. Ability to work with staff at all levels of the organization. Experience analyzing data and developing metrics. Fluency in English. As the largest and most vibrant city in the state, Minneapolis depends on purposeful, dedicated and innovative employees. Minneapolis has a large variety of careers for people of all experiences and backgrounds who come together for a singular purpose-serving the residents, businesses and visitors of Minneapolis. The City of Minneapolis is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.