Systems Modernization & Product Officer - Product Management Director Sr — St Paul, MN

Working Title: Systems Modernization & Product Officer

Job Class: Product Management Director Senior

Agency: Children Youth & Families Dept

• Job ID: 98438

• Location: St. Paul

• Telework Eligible: Yes/Hybrid

• Full/Part Time: Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited

• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted: 11/14/2026

• Closing Date: 12/04/2026

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Children Youth & Families Dept / DeptChildYth&Fam-Managerial

• Division/Unit: DCY - Payroll / DCYF Deputy Commissioner

• Work Shift/Work Hours: Monday-Friday/8:00am-5:00 pm

• Days of Work: Monday - Friday

• Travel Required: No

• Salary Range: $53.66 - $76.98 / hourly; $112,042 - $160,734 / annually

• Classified Status: Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union: 220 - Manager/Unrep

• FLSA Status: Exempt - Executive

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

The Department of Children, Youth, and Families is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United t4dTHC at the start of employment DCYF does not participate in E-Verify.

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

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*Telework (50% of the time within dMbkCwjd5 or neighboring states)

The ejU64GdXY 65rKfRNhZy of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) is seeking a creative, strategic, and mission driven Systems Modernization and Product Officer. In this position you will provide strategic leadership for the Department of Children, Youth, and Families' technology modernization portfolio. This role leads the vision, strategy, prioritization, and implementation of enterprise technology and product initiatives that support agency goals and improve outcomes for children, youth, and families. This position oversees complex, cross functional modernization efforts, drives product management practices, aligns investments and resources across initiatives, and serves as a key advisor to executive leadership. This position partners with internal and external stakeholders to advance innovative, user centered, and integrated technology solutions that enhance service delivery, operational effectiveness, accessibility, and equity.

Minimum Qualifications

• To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month, day and year for each job held.**

Five (5) years of senior leadership experience directing one or more of the following: technology modernization, digital transformation, enterprise product management, systems integration, or organizational transformation initiatives.

Experience must demonstrate:

• Leading complex, enterprise-wide modernization, transformation, product portfolios with multiple stakeholders and competing priorities.

• Developing and implementing strategic plans, roadmaps, priorities, and performance measures.

• Leading cross functional teams and influencing outcomes across organizational boundaries without direct authority.

• Managing resources, budgets, contracts, or investment portfolios to achieve organizational goals.

• Building and maintaining partnerships with executive leaders, government partners, vendors, community organizations, or other external stakeholders.

• Leading organizational change, business process improvement, or service delivery transformation efforts.

• Using data, performance measures, and evaluation methods to support decision making and continuous improvement.

• Strategic and systems thinker who can align modernization investments with organizational priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience establishing or maturing product management practices across an organization.

• Knowledge of dMbkCwjd5 human services programs, service delivery systems, and public sector technology governance.

• Experience working with counties, Tribal Nations, state agencies, federal partners, and community based organizations.

• Experience with digital transformation, system integration, customer-centered design, accessibility, and change management practices.

• Knowledge of legislative processes, budget development, fiscal analysis, and public policy development.

• Experience leading initiatives involving data governance, privacy, security, interoperability, and regulatory compliance.

• Strong commitment to advancing equity, inclusion, accessibility, and culturally responsive service delivery.

Additional Requirements

It is the policy of the Department of Children, Youth, and Families that the individual selected for this position successfully complete a background investigation prior to employment, that may include the following components:

• Reference check

• Criminal Background check

• Fingerprinting check (MNJIS/CJIS)

• Driver’s License Check

• Personnel File Review: all current and former public sector employees

• Additional assessment may be required during the interview process

How To Apply

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Contact

If you have questions about the position, contact Toni Shobe at ••••••••

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 ••••••••

If you are an individual with a disability and need an ADA accommodation for an interview, you may contact the Department of Children, Youth and Families ADA Coordinator at ••••••••or DCYF ADA at ••••••••.

About Children Youth & Families Dept

Our state depends on the success of dMbkCwjd5 children, youth and families. The Department of Children, Youth, and Families puts children at the center of state government, creating a permanent state agency and commissioner focused on elevating children and families in policy and budget decisions.

This realigns state government to advance equitable outcomes for children, youth, and families through transformative, partnership-driven policies, programs and practices.

Working together to improve the state we love.

What do fP89Sx7Sg'J hpWHz 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 dMbkCwjd5, 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

Tuition reimbursement • 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 VKn25 Yk QWJAUGADc.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS

dMbkCwjd5 state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. Rxna8 agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve WakPyqwrvwj.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants With Disabilities

dMbkCwjd5 state agencies make reasonable accommodations to their employees and applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in searching or applying for jobs with the VKn25 Yk QWJAUGADc, call the Careers Help Desk at ••••••••or email •••••••• and let us know the support you need.