Project Supervisor, St. Paul, Minnesota

Job Details

Working Title: Project Supervisor
Job Class: Project Supervisor
Agency: Health Department

• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers.
• Date Posted: 04/19/2024
• Closing Date: 05/02/2024
• Hiring Agency: Health Department
• Division/Unit: Health Protection / Infectious Disease Epidemiology, Prevention & Control Division
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: Yes - 25%
• Salary Range: $35.98 - $51.83 / hourly; $75,126 - $108,221 / annually
• Classified Status: Unclassified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: Middle Management Association
• End Date: 06/30/2026
• FLSA Status: Exempt
• Telework Eligible: Yes
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities : Yes

Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.

The work you'll do is more than just a job. At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

Job Summary

The Minnesota Department of Health is seeking a temporary Project Supervisor to lead a team of engagement coordinators and communication specialists and direct the development and implementation of an exciting new project, Students Accessing Public Health Experiences (SAPHE). This project will raise awareness of the role of public health in protecting communities from infectious disease and environmental health threats. The project will engage middle and high school students in public health and Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) career pathways to increase diversity in the public health workforce. The project supervisor will oversee curriculum development and implementation through on-site presentations or hands on experiences in Minnesota schools and other education partners. This position will work with established STEM coordinators and other stakeholders to develop a sustainable engagement program in efforts to raise awareness and create pathways for public health as a career option for students.

This is a temporary position and is expected to end June 30, 2026 .

Primary Responsibilities Include:

• Oversee and manage curriculum development, implementation, and evaluation of the SAPHE project.
• Work with subject matter experts from the Public Health Laboratory, Environmental Health Division and Infectious Disease Epidemiology, Prevention, and Control Division to create a dynamic and sustainable student engagement program.
• Supervise and align a team of engagement coordinators and communication specialists, providing leadership, training, coaching, guidance, technical assistance, supervision, and direction to all areas of the team including hiring, directing staff, and assigning work.

This position is eligible for telework to applicants who reside in Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, North Dakota or South Dakota. Position locations will be determined by the top candidate and will be based out of one of the following MDH district office locations: St. Paul, St. Cloud, Duluth, Rochester, Marshall, Bemidji, Fergus Falls. Specific schedule will be based on business needs and is subject to supervisor discretion.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

An Associate's degree may be substituted for six (6) months of experience. A Bachelor's degree may be substituted for one (1) year of experience. A Master's degree may be substituted for one and a half (1.5) years of experience. To facilitate proper years of service crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

Four (4) years of experience working within governmental public health, including experiences in the following areas:

• Experience as a lead worker, with a role in training, coaching, mentoring, and providing direction to student workers or other staff.
• Knowledge of Minnesota Department of Health functions, policies, and procedures.
• Knowledge of public health careers.
• Knowledge of the Minnesota education system and youth organizations.
• Knowledge of health equity and role of governmental health in advancing health equity, diversity and belonging.

Additional minimum qualifications to be assessed during the interview:

• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to communicate in a clear, concise, effective manner.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in project management and development of conceptual frameworks, work plans, milestones, performance measures, progress reports and evaluations.
• Experience leading or facilitating an advisory committee, task force or focus group, working with internal subject matter experts or other external stakeholders.
• Experience working with an educational system or a youth organization.
• Demonstrated ability to facilitate group meetings, decision-making sessions, and problem-solving processes.

Additional Requirements

This position requires successful completion of a background check and employment reference check.

Application Details

How to Apply

Select "Apply for Job" at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers .

If you have questions about the position, contact Laura Jones at laura.m.jones@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 Laura Jones at laura.m.jones@state.mn.us .

About Health Department

Come work for one of the best public health systems in the nation and you will contribute to our mission to protect, maintain, and improve the health of all Minnesotans. We are working hard to achieve our vision for health equity in Minnesota, where all communities are thriving, and all people have what they need to be healthy.

Why Work for Us

Diverse Workforce

We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota.

A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found:

• 95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency's mission
• 91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs
• 88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job
• 87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule

Comprehensive Benefits

Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:

• Public pension plan
• Training and professional development
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Paid parental leave
• Low-cost medical and dental coverage
• Prescription drug coverage
• Vision coverage
• Wellness programs and resources
• Employer paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Health care spending and savings accounts
• Dependent care spending account
• Tax-deferred compensation
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

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 State of Minnesota.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

We will make reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and indicate what assistance is needed.