Deputy Director of Human Rights and Labor Standards

The Department of Human Rights and Equal Economic Opportunity (HREEO) is hiring a Deputy Director of Human Rights and Labor Standards to ensure fair, accessible, and accountable City services, programs, and practices for Saint Paul residents, workers, businesses, and visitors. For more information please see the position profile.

About the department: 
The HREEO department administers and enforces City ordinances related to human rights, labor standards, accessibility, police civilian review, contract compliance, and related regulatory programs, while also supporting community engagement, public education, and interdepartmental coordination.

HREEO works across departments, community organizations, businesses, and governmental agencies to support consistent implementation of City policies and legal requirements and to strengthen public trust in City processes and services.

The department also provides administrative and operational support to the Police Civilian Internal Affairs Review Commission (PCIARC), the City’s civilian oversight body responsible for reviewing investigations involving complaints of misconduct by Saint Paul police officers and making disciplinary and policy recommendations to the Chief of Police. 

The posted salary range reflects the full classification range. Starting salary is dependent upon experience and qualifications.

Here’s what you can expect to do:

• Lead the development and implementation of Citywide policy, compliance, and governance strategies aligned with City goals and priorities in partnership with the City Attorney’s Office.
• Advise executive leadership on emerging compliance risks, governance issues, regulatory changes, and operational impacts affecting City operations.
• Develop and monitor metrics, dashboards, and reporting mechanisms to evaluate compliance, performance, and strategic outcomes.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives that strengthen operational consistency, accountability, and organizational performance.
• Maintain expertise in evolving laws, regulations, and best practices impacting City operations and compliance requirements.
• Oversee compliance programs related to federal, state, local, contractual, and City requirements.
• Represent the Department and build collaborative partnerships with the Mayor’s Office, City Council, City departments, community organizations, businesses, law enforcement partners, external agencies, and other stakeholders.

Equity, Inclusion and Belonging: The City of Saint Paul is dedicated to dismantling systemic racial, cultural, and economic barriers that prevent people from fully enjoying and participating in our community and ensuring fairness in opportunities and outcomes for all individuals. At the City of Saint Paul, we want our workforce to reflect the diverse city that we serve. Our leaders are guided by an unapologetic equity agenda, which promotes the belief that true equity is building a city that works for all of us. We encourage you to apply as we are most interested in finding the best candidate for this job.

A Bachelor's Degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Human Rights, or a related field, and four (4) years of experience in human rights enforcement, contract analysis and procurement, contract monitoring, investigation and enforcement, or capacity building. 

At least one of these years must include supervision of staff. 

Experience may be substituted for education based on two years of experience for one year of education.

1. Submit a City of Saint Paul online application by the closing date.
2. Upload or submit the following required document via the online application system. (Zip files and web links will not be accepted. Each uploaded attachment is limited to 10MB.) 
   • A resume

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Need technical support? For help with the online application, please call 1-855-524-5627.

Unclassified Posting: This is an UNCLASSIFIED position and is therefore not governed by City Civil Service Rules. All who meet the criteria and requirements stated on the job posting will be placed on a hiring list for consideration. Hiring Managers may interview/hire anyone from the list.

Final Selection Process: You will be notified if you are invited to participate in the final selection process.

Pre-Employment Screening: This position requires a background check which may include criminal history, and employment history as a condition of employment. Candidates will be required to submit proof of education to Human Resources upon conditional job offer. 

Human Resources Contact Information:
Ellen Friedman 651-266-6533
Email: [email protected]

The City of Saint Paul encourages individuals to apply for positions regardless of criminal history. 

Veteran’s Preference: If you are a veteran and would like to receive Veteran’s preference in accordance with MN Statute 197.455, you must submit a photocopy of your DD214 preferably at time of application. Click here for more information.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The City of Saint Paul is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Veterans, women, persons of color, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

**Working Title: Deputy Director of Human Rights and Labor Standards
**Official Title: Deputy Director of Human Rights and Equal Economic Opportunity