Jon Eichten serves as Deputy Commissioner at Minnesota IT Services (MNIT), leading MNIT’s state agency partnerships and agency-based IT service delivery. Jon also oversees MNIT’s business operations units such as finance, procurement, and human resources at the executive level - ensuring overall operational alignment and promoting collaboration and innovation across the organization to improve digital services for Minnesotans.
Jon joined Minnesota IT Services in 2012 as MNIT’s Legislative Director, in the months following the passage of Minnesota’s IT Consolidation law. In that role, he guided the development of policy and budget proposals, managed legislative strategy, and coordinated cross-agency initiatives for the newly constituted agency. His expertise in navigating complex policy landscapes and fostering alignment has been key in advancing enterprise technology initiatives.
With a background in state government, including previous service in the Minnesota Senate, Jon offers a strong understanding of the intersection between public sector operations, legislative processes, and technology services. He holds a degree in Political Science from Carleton College.
