Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary

This is a temporary position located at our Bemidji office with an anticipated end date of 9/1/2027. This position is eligible to telework up to two (2) days per week at supervisory discretion.  

This position will perform complex investigative intelligence work within multiple jurisdictions locally, nationally and internationally in cooperation with special agents of the BCA. The incumbent develops, maintains and improves intelligence data collection within specialty area(s) to analyze patterns, threats and trends for case development and agency and unit goal achievements. This position collaborates on criminal investigations with all federal, state, tribal, and local law enforcement agency personnel and community and prosecutorial partners regarding criminal intelligence information, patterns, trends, and/or evidence as well as presents investigative findings.

The Department of Public Safety is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DPS does not participate in E-Verify.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Three (3) years of experience doing criminal investigative work in a law enforcement, military, or other closely related field.

*BA degree in criminal justice or closely related field may substitute for one (1) year; MA degree in criminal justice or closely related field may substitute for eighteen (18) months; AA degree in criminal justice or closely related field may substitute for six (6) months

OR

Certification (satisfactory completion of probation) as a CIA in the MN BCA Investigations Division.

Work experience should include the following:

• Ability to understand sensitivity of criminal investigative and homeland security data with demonstrated ability to operate within specific rules and procedures established for the protection of privacy and civil rights. 
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to prepare written assessments and reports.
• Comprehensive experience working with database systems to include collecting, analyzing, and processing data.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct research and author reports based on research.
• Ability to work cooperatively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and underserved communities.

Preferred Qualifications

One (1) year of complex criminal investigative work exp with the MN BCA Investigations Division.

Skilled at problem-solving and utilizing accurate data among large quantities of information gathered.

Effective verbal and written communication and presentation skills.

Computer and statistical skills to efficiently access, research and/or create new statistical reports on information from available databases.

Physical Requirements

Light: Requires occasionally moving and transporting such articles as file boxes and heavy hand tools or heavier materials with help from others and moving and transporting light objects frequently. Even though the weights being moved and transported may be a negligible amount, a job in this category may require positioning self to move to a significant degree or may involve maintaining a stationary position for extended periods.

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:

• Criminal history
• Reference check
• Fingerprinting check (MNJIS/CJIS)
• Credit check
• Driver’s license check
• Drug screen
• Hearing Test
• US Citizenship Check

The Department of Public Safety is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DPS does not participate in E-Verify.

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 

Contact

If you have questions about this position, contact Yerly Lee at  yerly.lee@state.mn.us.  

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.

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. 

 

Company Description

When you bring your career to the State of Minnesota, the work you do affects the quality of life of millions of Minnesotans. From those who shape policy, to those who keep us safe, preserve our environment, or take care of our most vulnerable populations, we take our responsibilities to the public seriously. We need diverse and talented individuals – like you – to serve our great state and build a better Minnesota.

Company Description

When you bring your career to the State of Minnesota, the work you do affects the quality of life of millions of Minnesotans. From those who shape policy, to those who keep us safe, preserve our environment, or take care of our most vulnerable populations, we take our responsibilities to the public seriously. We need diverse and talented individuals – like you – to serve our great state and build a better Minnesota.

Job Tags

Holiday work, Temporary work, Work experience placement, Second job, Local area, Remote job, Trial period, 2 days per week,

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