Working Title:
Enterprise Continuity Deputy Director
Job Class: State Program Administrator Manager Senior
Agency: Minnesota Management & Budget
- Job ID: 97315
- Location: St. Paul, MN
- Telework Eligible: Yes
- Full/Part Time: Full-Time
- Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
- Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
- Date Posted: 09/29/2026
- Closing Date: 10/20/2026
- Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Minnesota Management & Budget
- Division/Unit: Enterprise Communications & Planning/Enterprise Continuity
- Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
- Days of Work: Monday - Friday
- Travel Required: No
- Salary Range: $44.80 - $64.46 / hourly; $93,542 - $134,592 / annually
- Classified Status: Classified
- Bargaining Unit: Manager's Plan
- FLSA Status: Exempt
- 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.
Minnesota Management and Budget (MMB) is seeking an Enterprise Continuity Deputy Director to lead and strengthen enterprise-wide continuity operations, budget and fiscal planning, emergency preparedness, and enterprise crisis response planning for the executive branch. The position serves as Deputy to the Enterprise Continuity Director, manages day-to-day Enterprise Continuity operations, and acts on behalf of the Director as needed. This highly visible role serves as a senior enterprise leader, regularly engaging with agency commissioners, the Governor’s Office, Legislative and Judicial branch partners, and statewide executive leadership.
The Deputy Director plays a critical role in ensuring the State of Minnesota can maintain critical government services during emergencies, disruptions, and other hazardous events. This role supports MMB’s mission by advancing coordinated continuity planning, enterprise emergency management and statewide readiness.
Job Duties For This Position Include
- Managing daily operations of the business continuity office, including policy development, staff direction, and strategic planning aligned with MMB’s priorities.
- Directing budget development and fiscal management for the business continuity office, including forecasting, biennial budget planning, and advising senior MMB leadership on resource allocation and strategic investment priorities.
- Supervising the Enterprise Continuity Manager, providing direction, coaching, performance management, and alignment with enterprise continuity priorities.
- Serving as Deputy and backup to the Enterprise Continuity Director, acting on the Director's behalf when needed and exercising independent judgment on enterprise continuity, emergency preparedness, and crisis response matters.
- Serving as a senior enterprise leader during emergencies or disruptions by directing enterprise-wide continuity coordination, advising executive leadership, making or recommending time-sensitive operational decisions, and ensuring executive branch agencies can activate continuity plans and maintain critical services.
- Providing expert guidance, training, and consultation to state agencies on continuity planning, emergency response expectations, workplace violence preparedness, and best practices.
- Overseeing the continuity planning software and emergency alerting system, leading system improvements, coordinating with vendors and MNIT, and ensuring reliable, enterprise-wide system performance.
- Representing MMB with cross-branch partners, including Legislative, Judicial, and Constitutional Offices, ensuring continuity of government (COG) planning is integrated.
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.
All MMB Leaders are expected to demonstrate and develop the six competency themes from the Enterprise-Wide Leader Competency Model:
- Leading Self
- Leading Others
- Leading the Organization
- Leading Outside the Organization
- Leading with DEAI
- Getting Work Done
Minimum Qualifications
To facilitate proper years of service 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. Candidates must clearly demonstrate all the following qualifications on their resume. Resume tips are available here.
- Five (5) or more years of progressively responsible experience in continuity planning or emergency management, crisis response, or all-hazards planning within complex, multi-level operational environments with multiple stakeholders, including a minimum of (2) years of management level experience supervising employees, including assigning work, providing direction or coaching, and evaluating performance.
- Demonstrated leadership, which can include any of the following:
- Experience as a supervisor, team lead, lead worker, or project lead in a continuity or emergency management planning environment, OR
- Completion of a State leadership development program, such as Emerging Leaders Institute (ELI) or Senior Leadership Institute (SLI), or completion of a similar or equivalent leadership program through another organization; OR
- A paid or unpaid position leading a program or chairing a committee related to emergency preparedness or continuity. The experience must include 1+ years of identifying issues, goals, and strategic actions and 100+ hours per year time commitment.
Experience Must Include
- Developing, implementing, or managing continuity of operations plans, emergency preparedness activities, or agency-wide response actions.
- Overseeing continuity program operations such as budgeting, policy development, strategic planning, or organizational process improvement.
- Administering or managing enterprise technology systems, continuity software platforms, emergency alerting tools, or other operational systems, including system administration, upgrades and enhancements, vendor coordination, system maintenance, and user support.
- Communication skills sufficient to coordinate work across multiple divisions, agencies, or external partners to support enterprise-wide projects or emergency planning efforts.
- Demonstrated respect for diversity and a deep commitment to fostering an inclusive and collaborative work environment.
A bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, or emergency management may substitute for one (1) year of experience. A master’s degree in the previously listed fields may substitute for eighteen months of experience. A doctorate degree in the previously listed fields may substitute for two (2) years of experience.
Preferred Qualifications
MMB values diverse perspectives and encourages all qualified candidates to apply, even if they do not meet 100% of the preferred qualifications. Your unique skills and background might be just what we need!
- A master’s degree in public administration, business administration, or emergency management, or related field.
- Seven (7) or more years of progressively responsible experience in continuity planning or emergency management, crisis response, or all-hazards planning within complex, multi-level operational environments with multiple stakeholders, including a minimum of (3) years of management level experience supervising employees, including assigning work, providing direction or coaching, and evaluating performance.
- Demonstrated leadership, which can include any of the following:
- Experience directing enterprise- or statewide-level programs, including exercising independent judgment and decision-making on complex or high-impact matters; OR
- Experience advising senior executives (commissioner-, deputy commissioner-, or director-level) on strategic decisions, including in time-sensitive or high-visibility situations; OR
- Experience representing an organization to external executive stakeholders (e.g., legislative, judicial, or gubernatorial offices) on policy or operational matters.
- Professional continuity or emergency management certifications, such as Certified Public Sector Continuity Professional (CPSCP), Certified Business Continuity Professional (CBCP), FEMA Level I Certified Continuity Professional, or Minnesota Emergency Manager certification.
- Experience leading continuity, emergency preparedness, or crisis response programs in a state government or a large public-sector organization
- Experience developing or supporting biennial budget proposals, fiscal forecasting, or enterprise resource planning for continuity or emergency management programs.
- Experience designing and delivering training, briefings, or presentations for diverse audiences, including senior leadership and cross-agency partners.
Additional Requirements
It is the policy of Minnesota Management and Budget that a successful candidate must pass all required checks prior to employment which may consist of the below checks:
- SEMA4 records check (applies to current and past state employees only)
- Criminal history check
- Reference check
- Social Security and address verification
- Education verification
- Conflict of interest review
- Other legally or internal policy required checks
A criminal history does not automatically disqualify candidates, and each case will be reviewed individually on a case-by-case basis and in alignment with fair and equitable hiring practices.
Minnesota Management & Budget does not participate in E-Verify. Minnesota Management & Budget will not sponsor applicant work visas, including F-1 STEM OPT extensions. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
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.
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 Helen Kope at helen.kope@state.mn.us.
MMB May Choose To Non-competitively Interview Certain Disabled Veterans (CDVs). To Receive Consideration As a CDV Under M.S. 43A.111, You Must
- Meet service requirements and have a verified service-connected disability rating of at least 30%
- Provide qualifying documentation verifying the disability
- Meet all minimum qualifications identified in this posting
- Submit all documentation by the closing date to Helen Kope at helen.kope@state.mn.us.
Contact
If you have questions about this position, contact Helen Kope at helen.kope@state.mn.us or 651-201-8199.
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
- Tuition reimbursement
- 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.
