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Minnesota Department of Health · 1 day ago

Public Health System Strategy Planning Director - Planning Director State

St Paul, MN

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

$37.26/hr - $55.42/hr

4+ years exp

The Minnesota Department of Health is dedicated to improving the health of all Minnesotans through strategic initiatives. The Public Health System Strategy Planning Director will plan and coordinate activities to enhance the public health system in collaboration with various health partners and stakeholders.

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Responsibilities

Design and implement strategies, projects, and activities aligned with the strategic roadmap for public health system transformation in coordination with key partners, including the Center for Public Health Practice, Office of American Indian Health, MDH leadership, the State Community Health Services Advisory Committee, Local Public Health Association, and Tribal Nations

Serve as lead worker and coordinate with MDH and Public Health Strategy and Partnership Division staff (including the Center for Public Health Practice) to ensure strategies, projects, and activities are aligned with the strategic roadmap for public health system transformation

Provide planning and facilitation support to the Joint Leadership Team so that they can fulfill their role in providing thought leadership and direction for public health system transformation

Qualification

Strategic planningPublic health knowledgeProject managementStakeholder collaborationData interpretationInspiring leadershipEffective communication

Required

Four (4) years of experience that includes planning, leading or coordinating/managing projects

Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships and to collaboratively work across a diverse group of stakeholders

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing to a variety of audiences

Ability to develop, implement, and monitor and report on a strategic plan

Ability to inspire others towards new concepts, changing processes or a common vision or goal

Preferred

Advanced-level knowledge of planning and system change methodologies and their application within and across large or complex organizations

Knowledge of the principles and practices of public health, including national standards, state laws, regulations, and policies

Project administration experience sufficient to analyze cost/benefit considerations, design, plan, establish time and cost controls, monitor progress and evaluate project results

Extensive knowledge of Minnesota's state, local, and tribal public health partnership; tribal sovereignty; and MDH mission, priorities, and programmatic divisions

Knowledge of methodologies and techniques involved in the collection and interpretation of data

Benefits

Paid vacation and sick leave

12 paid holidays each year

Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans

Fertility care, including IVF

Diabetes care

Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children

6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children

Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)

Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death

Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury

Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care

Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being

Training, classes, and professional development

Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support

A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance

Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues

Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care