MM Commerce Department

Working Title: Securities Registration Director
Job Class: State Program Administrator, Director
Agency: Commerce Department

Job ID

63804

Location

St. Paul

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

UnlimitedWho May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers

  • Date Posted: 03/29/2023

  • Closing Date: 04/11/2023

  • Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Commerce Dept / Commerce-MMA

  • Division/Unit: Enf Securities Registration

  • Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift

  • Days of Work: Monday - Friday

  • Travel Required: Yes (up to 10% of time)

  • Salary Range: $34.10 - $49.13 / hourly; $71,200 - $102,583 / annually

  • Job Class Option: Securities

  • Classified Status: Classified

  • Bargaining Unit/Union: 216 - Middle Management Association/MMA

  • FLSA Status: Exempt - Executive

  • Telework Eligible: Yes

  • Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

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.

Job Summary

This position was previously announced from 3/14/2023 to 3/27/23.  If you already applied for this job, you do not need to reapply.

This position leads the Department's securities registration unit. In this capacity, this position directs, organizes, and plans the work of the unit and manages the unit's personnel. This position is responsible for the operations of the securities registration unit. This includes, but is not limited to, facilitating the registration of over 1,500 franchises, mutual funds, subdivided lands/timeshares and other securities offerings in the state of Minnesota. This position coordinates activities with several other Department business units as well as other state and federal agencies and industry groups. This position provides input to the Chief Securities Director to set and implement policy, regulations and statutes in relation to securities registration activities.

This position includes the following:

  • Strategic planning, visioning, and policy analysis

  • Build consensus and support for the departments mission and objectives with a wide range of individual groups

  • Maintain strong working relationships within the department and with industry peers

  • Identify, analyze, and resolve a broad range of complex problems and sensitive issues

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics or related field and 5 years professional experience in a risk, compliance or regulatory role

OR 

Master's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics or related field and 4 years professional experience in a risk, compliance or regulatory role

OR

Equivalent combination of education and/or experience

Applicants who meet the above education and/or experience requirements must also meet the following in order to be considered further:

  • Experience as a supervisor, project manager and or lead worker

  • Proficient with word processing, spreadsheets, and databases, preferably Microsoft Products

  • Customer service experience, demonstrated through professional planning 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Private securities market experience which includes; franchises, time shares/subdivided land, crowdfunding, mutual funds and other securities offerings

  • Fraud prevention experience

  • Experience communicating and work effectively with people from diverse cultural, economic and ethnic backgrounds

Physical Requirements

Requires occasionally lifting such articles as file boxes and lifting and frequently carrying light objects such as files and laptop computers

Additional Requirements

Job offer is contingent upon passing reference checks to verify job-related credentials; a criminal background check and drivers' history check prior to appointment.

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 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 Amy Uhlendorf at amy.uhlendorf@state.mn.us or 651-539-1505.

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 Amy Uhlendorf at amy.uhlendorf@state.mn.us.

About Commerce Department

Commerce protects the public interest through a broad range of regulations and programs.  We oversee more than 40 industry areas in Minnesota and license about 250,000 professionals and businesses to ensure that their services and products are fair, accessible and comply with state laws.

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.

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