Job ID: 92094

Location: St. Paul

Telework Eligible: Yes*

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Regular/Temporary: Unlimited

Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers. This vacancy is open for bids and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Bidders will be considered through 02/17/2026 date. Please note that to be considered a bidder, you must be a permanent, non-probationary DCYF employee in the same job classification as the position posted.

Date Posted: 02/10/2026

Closing Date: 03/03/2026

Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: DCYF / MAPE

Division/Unit: DCYF / Office of Restorative Practice

Work Shift: Day Shift

Work Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Days of Work: Monday - Friday

Travel Required: Yes, up to 25%

Salary Range: $32.40 - $47.76 / hourly; $67,651 - $99,722 / annually

Classified Status: Classified

Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

FLSA Status: Nonexempt

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 States at the start of employment. DCYF does not participate in E-Verify.

Job Summary

*Telework (Within Minnesota or neighboring states) and flexible hours options are available.

This position exists to provide training, consultation and connection to resources supporting jurisdictional Restorative Practices Advisory Committee (RPAC) members, community members, restorative practices initiative administrators, volunteers and staff. Also, to build the capacity of counties and Tribal Nations to understand, promote, implement, and expand restorative practices through inspiration, communication, planning, training, implementation, policy, assessment, and evaluation as a key strategy for addressing violence and harm on all levels. 

Responsibilities include:  

• Establish and develop Restorative Practice advisory committees in accordance with Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 142A.76, subd 6 (a), to build the capacity of counties and Tribal Nations to understand, promote, implement, and expand restorative practices. These committees will result in jurisdiction wide implementation of restorative practices.
• Through training, consultation and sharing of resources, work to reduce reoffending, truancy, violence and costs to local justice systems, and improved trust, relationships, outcomes and satisfaction for those affected by a given harm. Ensure the design and deployment of a dynamic web page focused on Restorative Practices resources, best practices, training availability and Restorative Practices guidance.
• Assist in the development and implementation of a project evaluation plan, including the design and application of evaluation tools and processes to measure effectiveness and outcomes of training and technical assistance activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned by and contribute as needed to the division’s teams, responsibilities, and activities in an appropriate and timely manner.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Three (3) years of experience facilitating and promoting restorative practices for delinquency, diversion and criminal justice systems, child welfare, education, or community violence prevention programs as well as coordination, collaboration and training in restorative practice programs.

Applicants who meet the above experience requirements will be further evaluated based on the following during the interview process:

Experience leading cross-functional teams by fostering collaboration, using diplomatic skills to navigate diverse perspectives, and aligning stakeholders with organizational goals with a focus on driving systemic change and eliminating disparities to improve outcomes.

Strong interpersonal, facilitation, and communication skills; ability to communicate clearly and professionally both verbally and in writing; ability to respond openly to requests and concerns; experience translating technical information into plain language for a variety of adult learners.

Demonstrated knowledge or experience related to restorative practice history/or philosophy and best practices, key factors needed for successful implementation of restorative practice programs and integrated conflict management systems.

Experience in qualitative research methods, including qualitative data collection and analysis and in particular research on restorative practices.

Preferred Qualifications

A credited degree in restorative justice, social work, psychology, public policy, criminal justice or related field.

Knowledge of best practices and guiding principles of restorative justice and an understanding of how restorative justice intersects with other policy and research areas

Strong, developed relationships with Minnesota restorative practice practitioners and programs.

Skill in analysis, decision-making, and problem solving to evaluate policies, procedures, and processes, and to recommend and implement appropriate strategic plans. 

Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

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

Application Details

How to Apply 

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Contact

If you have questions about the position, contact Alicia Nichols at alicia.nichols@state.mn.us. 

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 Luis Hernandez-Cuate at luis.hernandez-cuate@state.mn.us. 

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 651-431-4945 or DCYF ADA at ada.dcyf@state.mn.us.