Working Title: Special Agent (DHS)
Job Class: Special Agent
Agency: Public Safety Dept

• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 04/03/2023
• Closing Date: 04/17/2023
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Public Safety Dept / Public Safety-MLEA
• Division/Unit: Criminal App Investigations / BCA Metro Regional Office 4
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: Yes - Up to 50% of the time
• Salary Range: $39.54 - $53.05 / hourly; $82,559 - $110,768 / annually
• Classified Status: Unclassified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 201 - MN Law Enforcement Assn/Law Enf
• End Date: 05/17/2026
• FLSA Status: Nonexempt
• Telework Eligible: No
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: No

Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.

The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.

ONE FULL-TIME, LIMITED POSITION WILL BE FILLED FROM THIS POSTING. THE POSITION WILL BE LOCATED AT THE BCA-ST. PAUL, MN

This is a three-year temporary position. The agent assigned to this position will conduct investigations of cases referred to the B.C.A. by the Minnesota Department of Human Services (D.H.S.), Office of the Inspector General (OIG) for fraud-related crimes, including child care and other public programs. Because of the nature of the funding, on occasions, the agent will be required to work with other state agencies and state and county law enforcement officials from other jurisdictions.

Agents in this position will also be required to be on-call and respond outside of the normal business hours including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Minimum Qualifications

ONLY WORK EXPERIENCE IN THE LAST 10 YEARS WILL BE CONSIDERED ELIGIBLE

In order to ensure that you receive full credit for any related experience and/or education, please be sure to provide detailed and complete information on your online resume.

In order to receive full credit for your skills and abilities, please provide specific information (dates) to ensure that you meet the fulltime investigative experience criteria.

Applicants must meet on of the following criteria:

1. An Associate's Degree from an accredited institution with 4 years full-time experience as a licensed peace officer conducting felony-level criminal investigations with a law enforcement agency - OR-A

2. A 4 year degree from an accredited institution plus 1 or more years of full-time experience as a licensed peace officer conducting felony-level criminal investigations with a law enforcement agency - OR-A

3. A 4 year degree from an accredited institution, 4 or more years as a licensed police officer, plus 1 or more of the following specialized skillsets:
Specialized Skillsets:
Fluency in a foreign language.
Degree or Certification in accounting or other financial specialty.
Degree or Certification in technology related specialty or computer science.
Demonstrated advanced computer skills.
Juris Doctorate.

4. Applicants must be licensed as a peace officer in the State of Minnesota or be eligible to be licensed as a peace officer in the State of Minnesota.

5. Must be able to pass an extensive background investigation, physical and psychological examination prior to hire.

6. Applicants must reside within 35 miles of their assigned office. (within the State of Minnesota)

7. Ability to work cooperatively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and underserved communities.

Preferred Qualifications

1. 4 year degree from an accredited institution.

2. Specialized Skillset.
Fluency in a foreign language.
Degree or Certification in accounting or other financial specialty.
Degree or Certification in technology related specialty or computer science.
Demonstrated advanced computer skills.
Juris Doctorate.

3. Previous experience conducting complex, multi-jurisdictional, felony level investigations.

4. Previous experience with federal investigations and prosecutions.

5. Previous experience with financial crimes or fraud related investigations.

6. Previous experience conducting covert surveillance operations.

Physical Requirements

Requires occasionally moving and transporting 50 pound items and frequently moving and transporting objects such as heavy tools and heavy file boxes. This job may require positioning self to move to a significant degree across rough terrain or may involve maintaining a stationary position for extended periods. Special Agent must be able to kneel, crawl, walk, stoop, bend, climb ladders, have use of hands for carrying equipment (which may exceed 50lbs).

Additional Requirements

This position requires successful completion of the following:

It is the policy of the Department of Public Safety that all employees submit to a background investigation prior to employment, which includes the following components:

1. Criminal history

2. Reference checks

3. Driver's license

4. Fingerprint check

5. Drug screening

6. Medical testing

7. Psychological testing

8. Credit history

How to Apply

Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.

If you have questions about the position, contact Leslie Brzezinski at leslie.brzezinski@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 Leslie Brzezinski at leslie.brzezinski@state.mn.us.

About Public Safety Dept

The Minnesota Department of Public Safety is a large and complex agency dedicated to prevention, preparedness, response, recovery, enforcement and education.

Why Work for Us

Diverse Workforce

We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota.

A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found:

• 95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency’s mission
• 91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs
• 88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job
• 87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule

Comprehensive Benefits

Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:

• Public pension plan
• Training and professional development
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 11 paid holidays each year
• Paid parental leave
• Low-cost medical and dental coverage
• Prescription drug coverage
• Vision coverage
• Wellness programs and resources
• Employer paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Health care spending and savings accounts
• Dependent care spending account
• Tax-deferred compensation
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

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.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

We will make reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and indicate what assistance is needed.

For accommodations or questions about accessibility specifically relating to this job announcement, please email the Affirmative Action Division at angela.geraghty@state.mn.us or call 651-201-7136.