Infectious Disease American Indian Liaison - Planner Senior State, St. Paul, Minnesota

Job Details

Working Title: Infectious Disease American Indian Liaison
Job Class: Planner Senior State
Agency: Health Department

• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 04/24/2024
• Closing Date: 05/15/2024
• Hiring Agency: Minnesota Department of Health (MDH)
• Division: Infectious Disease Epidemiology, Prevention & Control Division
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: Yes - 25%
• Salary Range: $26.64 - $39.06 / hourly; $55,624 - $81,557 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: MN Association of Professional Employees (MAPE)
• End Date: 05/29/2026
• FLSA Status: Exempt - Administrative
• 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 temporary position of Infectious Disease American Indian Liaison supports the mission of MDH to protect, maintain and improve the health of all Minnesotans. The Infectious Disease American Indian Liaison supports and advises on collaboration between American Indian tribes and communities and the Infectious Disease Epidemiology, Prevention and Control Division (IDEPC) to prevent and respond to infectious disease and promote the health of American Indians in Minnesota. This position is in the Infectious Disease Equity and Engagement unit and supports American Indian communities in ways contribute to the health and well-being of American Indians in Minnesota. Collaboration with other equity focused staff, colleagues working with tribes and urban indigenous communities, appropriate grant and contract managers, and specific disease teams will be critical. Primary Responsibilities Include:

• Provide consultation and support to American Indian tribes and communities, IDEPC, local public health and other key partners on initiative related to preventing and responding to infectious disease impacting American Indians in Minnesota.
• Deliver public health information to tribes and American Indian partners in a variety of accessible, relevant ways.
• Promote collaboration and coordination, strengthen the capacity of IDEPC to work with American Indian tribes and communities, and enhance the cultural relevance and effectiveness of infectious disease prevention strategies.
• Partner with tribes and communities to educate IDEPC, local public health, and other key partners about structural racism, inequities and other factors contributing to disproportionate burdens of infectious disease, as well as equitable and culturally relevant approaches to maintaining health and well-being and preventing infectious disease.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

An associate 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.

Two (2) years of experience in the following areas:

• Project coordination, program management, and/or health education and promotion.
• Experience engaging with American Indian tribes and communities.

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 establishing and maintaining working relationships and facilitating oral and written communication with internal and external stakeholders on public health matters.
• Experience providing training and technical assistance to health programs and/or interpretation of policies and procedures and federal and state regulations.
• Experience gaining support and cooperation in developing and implementing infectious disease prevention and response initiatives.
• Experience setting short-term and long-term objectives, including facilitating communication, decision-making, and problem-solving.
• Experience designing, producing, and evaluating the effectiveness of health promotion approaches, materials, training and technical assistance through qualitative analysis of stakeholder needs.
• Experience establishing and maintaining working relationships within the agency, state, local public health, and other key partners, translating data and technical knowledge into public health policy and practice.
• Experience working with American Indian tribes and communities in a public health setting.
• Educational background in public health.

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 or 651-201-4842 .

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.