Are you passionate about Data Practices and Compliance? Look no further, DVS is seeking a Data Practices Audit Administrator!

In this position you will ensure that Driver and Vehicle Services data is in compliance with all applicable federal and state statutes related to data privacy. This position is responsible for managing the appeal and reinstatement request process for individuals subject to disciplinary action for misuse of DVS data. This position will also coordinate and perform external compliance audits of governmental agencies and/or private businesses to ensure that their use of DVS data conforms to the approved use.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

1. One year of Professional experience or 3 years of technical/administrative experience in legal services, data privacy and/or conducting audits fairly and in an impartial manner.
2. Time management skills to successfully coordinate audit and appeal functions, generate reports and outcome documentation in a timely manner.
3. Ability to exercise appropriate discretion and maintain confidentiality as needed.
4. Ability to work cooperatively with individuals from diverse backgrounds. 

Preferred Qualifications

1. Specific knowledge of and experience with the MN Data Practices Act, public safety and driver and motor vehicle related statutes and rules and related federal laws such as the Driver's Privacy Protection Act (DPPA).
2. Ability to adapt to organizational change and work constructively under pressure.
3. Determine and follow methodology for generating and maintaining comprehensive and understandable reports that document audit and appeal activity and related compliance.

Physical Requirements

Requires occasionally moving and transporting such articles as file folders and small tools. May need to maintain a
stationary position for long periods of time while carrying out job duties.

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, includes the following components:

1) Criminal history

2) Reference check

3) Fingerprinting

4) Proof of US Citizenship

Application Details

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 2,200 dedicated employees operating programs statewide that all have one goal: Building a safer Minnesota.

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