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Form der Arbeit Job Class: State Program Administrator
Agency: Health Department
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
This position promotes Drinking Water Protection (DWP) Section efforts to identify, address, and reduce the presence of Lead in Drinking Water at schools and childcares. Specifically, this position is responsible for implementation of activities promoting and testing and remediation of Lead in schools and childcares, and the documentation of such activities as required under Minnesota State law. This includes work to educate facility staff/owners/operators regarding their responsibilities, provide technical assistance, conduct outreach, collaborate in data systems development, review/manage data, and help ensure that Minnesota's schools and childcares meet their obligations in protecting children's health by reducing the presence of Lead in Drinking Water. At the direction of Section leadership and senior program staff, the person in this position may also aid other DWP programs related to the reduction of Lead in Drinking Water, especially in the protection of vulnerable populations.
Primary responsibilities include:
This position is based in St. Paul and eligible for telework as a schedule option. 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. 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.
One (1) year of experience in environmental health including experiences in the following areas:
• Ability to compile, review, and analyze data and write reports or correspondence.
• Proficiency in database applications and other software applications including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Sufficient skill to enter data into a database, conduct queries, and use tools such as formulas, charts, tables, and spreadsheets to evaluate and display data.
Additional minimum qualifications to be assessed during interview:
• Excellent oral and written communication skills including the ability to communicate in a clear, concise, effective manner, both verbally and in writing.
Preferred Qualifications
• Bachelor's or advanced degree in environmental health, public health, engineering, environmental science, or public administration.
• Working knowledge of environmental science, public health, engineering, water supply, or related subjects sufficient to allow explanation of basics of lead health effects, testing and remediation.
• Ability to understand complex public health and scientific information related to Lead in Drinking Water in plain language to the public and stakeholders.
• Ability to establish effective working partnerships within MDH, with staff of other organizations and agencies, with facility owners and operators, and with the general public.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently and to take the initiative for work and project planning, demonstrating attention to detail in all work tasks.
• Familiarity with the federal Safe Drinking Water Act, including the Lead and Copper Rule; as well as state statutes and rules related to Lead in Drinking Water.
• Ability to conceive and communicate effective ideas for solving complex problems related to Lead in Drinking Water.
Physical Requirements
Ability to collect environmental (Drinking Water) samples.
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.jones.2@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.jones.2@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:
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:
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.
Agency: Health Department
- Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers. Open for bidders through 03/22/2024.
- Date Posted : 03/16/2024
- Closing Date : 04/05//2024
- Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Health Department
- Division/Unit : Health Protection / EH DWP Lead Reduc Coord Staff
- Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
- Days of Work : Monday - Friday
- Travel Required : No
- Salary Range: $22.61 - $32.71 / hourly; $47,209 - $68,298 / annually
- Classified Status : Classified
- Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MAPE
- FLSA Status : Nonexempt
- 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
This position promotes Drinking Water Protection (DWP) Section efforts to identify, address, and reduce the presence of Lead in Drinking Water at schools and childcares. Specifically, this position is responsible for implementation of activities promoting and testing and remediation of Lead in schools and childcares, and the documentation of such activities as required under Minnesota State law. This includes work to educate facility staff/owners/operators regarding their responsibilities, provide technical assistance, conduct outreach, collaborate in data systems development, review/manage data, and help ensure that Minnesota's schools and childcares meet their obligations in protecting children's health by reducing the presence of Lead in Drinking Water. At the direction of Section leadership and senior program staff, the person in this position may also aid other DWP programs related to the reduction of Lead in Drinking Water, especially in the protection of vulnerable populations.
Primary responsibilities include:
- Data processing, review, management, and application work to ensure that lead testing and remediation data is provided by schools, successfully received by MDH and made available as required by state law.
- Outreach, awareness, and health promotion regarding state requirements to address Lead in Drinking Water under the guidance of the DWP Lead Coordinator and in collaboration with senior program staff/other DWP staff, support and provide outreach/training to schools, childcares, and affiliated organizations to promote Lead in Drinking Water testing and remediation as required by state law.
- Remediation grant support. Aid in the successful implementation of the State's grant program to support remediation of Lead in Drinking Water at schools and childcares.
- Other lead reduction activities. As program needs evolve and new programs are initiated, assist with other activities related to reducing Lead in Drinking Water.
This position is based in St. Paul and eligible for telework as a schedule option. 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. 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.
One (1) year of experience in environmental health including experiences in the following areas:
• Ability to compile, review, and analyze data and write reports or correspondence.
• Proficiency in database applications and other software applications including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Sufficient skill to enter data into a database, conduct queries, and use tools such as formulas, charts, tables, and spreadsheets to evaluate and display data.
Additional minimum qualifications to be assessed during interview:
• Excellent oral and written communication skills including the ability to communicate in a clear, concise, effective manner, both verbally and in writing.
Preferred Qualifications
• Bachelor's or advanced degree in environmental health, public health, engineering, environmental science, or public administration.
• Working knowledge of environmental science, public health, engineering, water supply, or related subjects sufficient to allow explanation of basics of lead health effects, testing and remediation.
• Ability to understand complex public health and scientific information related to Lead in Drinking Water in plain language to the public and stakeholders.
• Ability to establish effective working partnerships within MDH, with staff of other organizations and agencies, with facility owners and operators, and with the general public.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently and to take the initiative for work and project planning, demonstrating attention to detail in all work tasks.
• Familiarity with the federal Safe Drinking Water Act, including the Lead and Copper Rule; as well as state statutes and rules related to Lead in Drinking Water.
• Ability to conceive and communicate effective ideas for solving complex problems related to Lead in Drinking Water.
Physical Requirements
Ability to collect environmental (Drinking Water) samples.
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.jones.2@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.jones.2@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
- 11 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.
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