What are the responsibilities and job description for the Principal Administrative Assistant (Metro Transit Police Department) position at Metropolitan Council?
WHO WE ARE
We are the Metropolitan Council, the regional government for the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area. We plan 30 years ahead for the future of the metropolitan area and provide regional transportation, wastewater, and housing services. More information about us on our website.
We are committed to supporting a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
The Metro Transit Police Department is one of the fastest growing agencies in the state due the expansion of light rail and Rapid Transit Bus systems. We are a licensed police force committed to the safety of our customers and employees, serving eight counties and approximately 85 cities in the region. We currently have 109 full-time officers, 26 part-time officers, 16 community service officers and 32 administrative staff dedicated to one thing; public safety on and near our transit system.
How your work would contribute to our organization and the Twin Cities region :
As a Principal Administrative Specialist for the Metro Transit Police Department , you will provide administrative support with limited supervision to ensure the efficient flow of information and communication within the division and throughout the agency. This position is based within the training unit at our East Command. This position is responsible for assisting the training unit and their needs for training, scheduling, purchasing and data tracking and entry as well as assisting with academy classes, in-service and other duties as assigned.
This position works onsite, Monday - Friday, day hours, and has access to free parking and / or access to free bus / rail transportation.
This posting will establish a six (6) months eligibility list for current and future positions.
What you would do in this job
- Maintain peace officer training records and enter training data.
- Work with the MN POST Board for licensure credits, training, and training tracking
- Assist with creating curriculum for the MN POST Board Training and approval process
- Assist with purchase requests and obtaining items needed for the training unit
- Help document and track purchases for the unit year-end report
- Create paperwork needed for training registration
- Coordinate with vendors and venues for training, events and in-services
- There may be additional duties assigned by the training unit
What education and experience are required for this job (minimum qualifications)
Any of the following combinations of completed education (in Business Administration, Office Administration, or similar) and administrative work experience.
What additional skills and experience would be helpful in this job (desired qualifications) :
What knowledge, skills and abilities you should have within the first six months on the job :
What you can expect from us :
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Additional information
Union / Grade : Non-Rep Classified / Grade D
FLSA Status : Non-exempt
Safety Sensitive : No
What your work environment would be :
You would perform your work in a standard office setting. Work may sometimes require travel between your primary work site and other sites.
What steps the recruitment process involves :
We rate your education and experience.
We conduct a structured panel interview.
We conduct a selection interview.
Once you have successfully completed the steps above, then :
If you are new to the Metropolitan Council , you must pass a drug test (safety sensitive positions only), and a background check which verifies education, employment, and criminal history. All applicants' background checks and fingerprints must be cleared by the Criminal Bureau of Apprehension in order to be a user of their CJIS system. Failure to be cleared by BCA will automatically nullify any job offer extended. A driving record check and / or physical may be conducted if applicable to the job. If you have a criminal conviction, you do not automatically fail. The Metropolitan Council considers felony, gross misdemeanor and misdemeanor convictions on a case-by-case basis, based on whether they are related to the job and whether the candidate has demonstrated adequate rehabilitation.
If you are already an employee of the Metropolitan Council , you must pass a drug test (if moving from a non-safety sensitive position to a safety sensitive position) and criminal background check if the job you're applying for is safety sensitive, is a supervisory or management job, is in the Finance, Information Services, Audit, or Human Resources departments, or has access to financial records, files / databases, cash, vouchers or transit fare cards. All applicants' background checks and fingerprints must be cleared by the Criminal Bureau of Apprehension in order to be a user of their CJIS system. Failure to be cleared by BCA will automatically nullify any job offer extended. A driving record check and / or physical may be conducted if applicable to the position.
IMPORTANT : If you make a false statement or withhold information, you may be barred from job consideration.
The Metropolitan Council is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and veteran-friendly employer. The Council is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the region and strongly encourages persons of color, members of the LGBTQ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. If you have a disability that requires accommodation during the selection process, please email HR-OCCHealth@metc.state.mn.us .
