Community Health Services Mailbag: 17 Dec. 2025

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The Mailbag, as it is commonly called, is a weekly bulletin of information submitted by and for local public health in Minnesota. The Mailbag provides a coordinated, non-duplicative source of information for local public health professionals, including announcements, events, tools, resources, and jobs. This free service is designed with the following audiences in mind: SCHSAC members, CHS administrators, public health directors, local public health staff, MDH staff, and friends of local public health in Minnesota. Submissions are due by 7:00 AM each Tuesday. Submit posts online: Community Health Services Mailbag.

Community Health Services Mailbag: 17 December 2025

Note: There will be no Mailbag sent on December 24, 2025.

General information

Scroll through the list of posts below or jump to general information to view details about each post. General information items remain in the Mailbag for two weeks.

NEW Alzheimer's Awareness Grant RFP
NEW Connect families with one of the nation’s leading Child Tax Credits.
NEW MPHA 2026 in collaboration with MN Community Health Worker Alliance - Call for Proposals!
New video: Community Health Worker Impact in Local Public Health
Hmong Healthy Eating Resource
Become a Certified COMET Facilitator
Share your experience as a mandated reporter of child maltreatment in Minnesota

On the calendar

Scroll through the list of trainings and events below, or jump to online events / in-person events to view details about each post. Calendar items are removed from the Mailbag once they’ve occurred or when registration is closed.

Online training and events

Now through 12/31: 2025 National Maternal Nutrition Intensive Course Distance Program
12/17: Better Communication for Better Health
12/18: MN Community Health Worker (CHW) Billing Toolkit: Learn How to Use It
1/13: Training on the Essentials of Adverse Childhood Experiences
1/13: 8 hr Waste Site Worker Refresher
NEW 1/15: SUMN.org: How the New Website Can Help Understand 2025 Minnesota Student Survey (MSS) Data
1/22: 8 hr Emergency Response Refresher
1/26-4/6: School of Public Health Occupational/Environmental Health Seminar - Spring 2026
2/2-2/4: 24hr Emergency Response Operations course
2/19: 8 hr Waste Site Worker Refresher
3/24: 8 hr Emergency Response Refresher

In-person trainings and events

3/31: 8 hr Waste Site Worker Refresher (Minneapolis)
4/13-4/15: 24hr Emergency Response Operations course (Minneapolis)
4/14-4/17: SPF Application for Prevention Success Training (SAPST) (Nisswa)
5/5: 8 hr Emergency Response Refresher (Minneapolis)
5/11-5/13: 24hr Emergency Response Operations course (Minneapolis)

Jobs and careers

These job posts are listed by region. Scroll through the list of jobs below, or jump to a region to view details about that region’s job posts. Jobs are removed from the Mailbag after their application deadline has passed, or after two weeks for jobs with no application deadline.

* Jobs that contain a star include the possibility to telework at least part time.

If you don't see your region below, the CHS Mailbag currently has no jobs to share in that location.

Applicant can live anywhere in Minnesota

NEW * State WIC Consultant - Nutrition Program Consultant, Minnesota Department of Health (closes 12/22)
NEW * Lead in Drinking Water Specialist - State Program Admin, Minnesota Department of Health (closes 12/30)

Central Minnesota

NEW Public Health Nurse, Crow Wing County (closes 12/26)

Southwest Minnesota

Community Health Educator, Des Moines Valley Health and Human Services (no close date)
* Registered / Licensed Dietician or Registered Nurse, Nobles County Community Service Agency (no close date)

Southeast Minnesota

Nutrition Educator - WIC, Olmsted County (closes 12/18)
Deputy HHS Director, Mower County (no close date)

Metro Area – Minnesota

NEW * Managed Care Contracting and Rates (MCCR) Director - Human Services Manager 4, Minnesota Department of Human Services (closes 12/23)
* Public Health Specialist (Emergency Preparedness Specialist), City of Bloomington (closes 12/21)
Environmental Health Specialist 2, City of Edina - Public Health Division (closes 12/28)
NEW * Assistant Division Director - Health Assistant Division Director, Minnesota Department of Health (closes 12/29)
NEW * Lead in Drinking Water Specialist - State Program Admin, (closes 12/30)
NEW * Chief Data and Analytics Officer - Health Assistant Division Director, Minnesota Department of Health (closes 12/31)

General information

Alzheimer's Awareness Grant RFP

Minnesota Department of Health’s (MDH) Aging and Healthy Communities Unit is requesting applications for the Alzheimer's Awareness Grant. The purpose of this funding is to design and make publicly available materials that: Promote the benefits of early detection and the importance of discussing cognition with a health care provider. Outlines the benefits of cognitive testing, the early warning signs of cognitive impairment, and the difference between normal aging and dementia. Provides awareness of Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias (ADRD). Organizations who engage in ADRD work should apply. Up to four organizations will be awarded for a 15-month grant period up to $160,000, estimated $40,000 per grantee. The MDH Aging and Healthy Communities Unit will host a one-hour informational session on Dec. 11, 2025. While not required, applicants are encouraged to attend. Slides and questions from the session will be posted to the MDH website. Learn more about the grant, who should apply, download the application, and attend the information session at the link above.

Connect families with one of the nation’s leading Child Tax Credits.

Families across Minnesota may qualify for the Minnesota Child Tax Credit, up to $1,750 per qualifying child, with no limit on the number of children claimed. If someone qualifies for the credit, they must file a tax return. This is a refundable credit, meaning families can receive a refund even if they don’t owe any tax. We need your help to raise awareness about this important tax benefit. The Minnesota Department of Revenue has created ready-to-use promotional materials to help partners share accurate and relevant information. These multicultural resources include videos, flyers, newsletter blurbs, and social media posts. Please consider playing videos in waiting ooms, including flyers with intake forms, sharing flyers at information tables, featuring blurbs in newsletters, posting content on social media, and more. The most effective times to share these messages are the first two weeks of tax season, around Presidents' Day, and two weeks before the end of tax season. Together, we can help ensure families know about this important tax credit and file their taxes if they qualify. Thank you!

MPHA 2026 in collaboration with MN Community Health Worker Alliance - Call for Proposals!

The Minnesota Public Health Association (MPHA) invites proposals for the 2026 Annual Meeting to be held April 13 and April 14, 2026 at St. Cloud State University in St. Cloud, MN. The theme of this year's meeting is Innovation in Action: Reimagining the Future of Public Health; Collaboration for bold ideas, real solutions, healthier communities. Proposal Timeline: - Call for Proposals Opens: November 14, 2025 - Proposal Submission Deadline: December 30, 2025 at 12:00 P.M. CT Conference Format We are seeking concurrent session, poster, and artistic presentation proposals on a wide range of public health topics related to the conference theme, Innovation in Action: Reimagining the Future of Public Health Collaboration for bold ideas, real solutions, healthier communities. The conference is designed to be an in-person event for all keynote, concurrent session, and artistic expression presenters. While the primary focus is on in-person participation, virtual components will be available for attendees to listen to presentations live via Zoom. Interaction and engagement options will be limited, but the chat feature may be monitored during select sessions.

New video: Community Health Worker Impact in Local Public Health

Produced in partnership with Nicollet County Health and Human Services and Washington County Community Services and Public Health, a new video shows how community health workers make a difference through local public health departments. Watch how CHWs help agencies provide services that are community-centered, culturally responsive, and grounded in trust. MDH can help local public health administrators integrate CHWs into their agencies. Contact us to get started: Health....@state.mn.us.

Hmong Healthy Eating Resource

Healthy Eating with My Meal materials were developed by HealthPartners and the Minnesota Department of Health. The PDF of the Hmong language version of this resource can be downloaded at the link above.

Become a Certified COMET Facilitator

Join a state-wide network dedicated to promoting mental and emotional well-being. The UMN Extension, in collaboration with the MDA and the MDH, are offering in-person training to become a certified Changing Our Mental and Emotional Trajectory (COMET) facilitator. COMET offers a simple way to start supportive and potentially emotional conversation with someone who is struggling, to move away from crisis and back toward wellness. As a COMET facilitator, you’ll teach others how to reach out in a meaningful, respectful, and supportive way to friends, coworkers, or acquaintances who seem to be struggling somewhere between “wellness” and “mental health crisis". Training options: o Dec 4, 2025, Cloquet Forestry Center, 179 University Rd. o Feb 24, 2026, Rochester 140 Elton Hills Lane NW, Suite 201 o Mar 3, 2026, Minneapolis Urban Research/Outreach Center, 2001 Plymouth Ave N o Jun 17, 2026, Moorhead Family Services Center of Clay County, 715 11th St N Details • 10:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. (includes a light lunch) • $150.00 per person • 30 participants each Facilitator Expectations: • Commit to delivering COMET in your community and with a co-facilitator • Participate in the statewide facilitator network • List your name in a COMET facilitator directory Register: https://z.umn.edu/COMETFacilitatorTraining More information: https://extension.umn.edu/care-self-and-others/comet-changing-our-mental-and-emotional-trajectory Questions: Mary Jo Katras mka...@umn.edu

Share your experience as a mandated reporter of child maltreatment in Minnesota

The Minnesota Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF), together with Management Analysis and Development (MAD), is seeking input on how to better support families through the mandated reporting process. Anyone who is a mandated reporter of child maltreatment in Minnesota — including professionals in education, health care, child care, law enforcement, mental health, social services, faith communities, youth programs, and more – is encouraged to take this survey, which takes approx. 10 minutes to complete and can be found at the link above. All responses are confidential and will be analyzed by MAD, the State of Minnesota’s in-house consulting group. No identifying information will be shared. Your insights will help improve policies, training, and supports for mandated reporters of child maltreatment across the state. This survey will help explore ways to reimagine mandated reporting in Minnesota, focusing on when families can be supported rather than reported, and ensuring reports are made only when necessary for child safety through a community support approach.

On the calendar: Online events

Now through 12/31: 2025 National Maternal Nutrition Intensive Course Distance Program

Sponsored by: University of Minnesota School of Public Health

The Maternal Nutrition Intensive Course is a continuing education program designed to teach how to improve maternal and infant health through risk-appropriate, high-quality nutrition services. This year’s online, self-paced course features six dynamic presentations covering topics including how maternal genetics shapes human milk composition, GLP-1 use in adolescents, and more. Visit our website for more details!

This continuing education program is designed for dietitians, nutritionists, certified nurse midwives, registered nurses and nurse practitioners, physicians and public health professionals who serve preconceptual, pregnant, postpartum and breastfeeding women, infants, children and families.

12/17: Better Communication for Better Health

Sponsored by: Public Health Communications Collaborative

PHCC director, Amanda Kwong, will be live with Christina D. Eskridge, founder and executive director of Elevate Theatre Company. Elevate explores health topics through art and uses storytelling for health promotion. In this 45-minute discussion and a live Q&A, Amanda and Christina will share expert insights and practical strategies for: Harnessing storytelling in public health communications, Developing innovative messaging that cuts through the noise, Inspiring trust and action within your community.

12/18: MN Community Health Worker (CHW) Billing Toolkit: Learn How to Use It

Sponsored by: Minnesota Department of Health; CHW Initiatives and Health Care Homes

Join the Minnesota Department of Health on December 18, 10–11 a.m., for a webinar led by CHW Solutions, to learn more about new tools to assist with developing, delivering, and billing for reimbursable CHW services in MN. This webinar will provide an overview of the new CHW Billing Toolkit and how to use the tools to deliver and bill for CHW services through Medicaid and Medicare for health education and Community Health Integration services. Register for the webinar at the link above.

Audience: CHWs and CHW service providers (clinics, tribal clinics, local public health, community-based organizations, hubs).

1/13: Training on the Essentials of Adverse Childhood Experiences

1/13: 8 hr Waste Site Worker Refresher

Sponsored by: University of Minnesota

8-Hour Waste Site Worker Refresher – $275 8am - 4pm Topics include: incident review, hazard recognition/evaluation/control review, health and safety program requirements and regulations, monitoring equipment, respiratory protection, safe work practices, and personal protective equipment.

Audience: This course meets OSHA requirements for annual refresher training for individuals who have previously completed a 24- or 40-hour training. Consider this series of courses if you are a hazardous waste site worker, site safety officer, driller, engineer, geologist, chemist, consultant, industrial hygienist, supervisor, site inspector, regulator, or anyone involved in hazardous waste cleanup at a site.

1/15: SUMN.org: How the New Website Can Help Understand 2025 Minnesota Student Survey (MSS) Data

Sponsored by: Minnesota Prevention Resource Center

Join us for a webinar to explore the newly released 2025 Minnesota Student Survey (MSS) data using the recently updated SUMN.org data tools. We will cover functionalities of the new site, as well as how to access data specific to your organization’s needs for substance misuse and mental health prevention and promotion. Learn how to customize exportable graphs and tables of local, regional, and statewide data related to substance use, mental health, risk and protective factors, and adverse childhood experiences (ACE’s).

Audience: Public health professionals, preventionists, school staff, coalition members.

1/22: 8 hr Emergency Response Refresher

Sponsored by: University of Minnesota

8-Hour Emergency Response Refresher – $275 8am - 4pm Topics include: incident review, hazard recognition/evaluation/control review, health and safety program requirements and regulations, monitoring equipment, respiratory protection, safe work practices, and personal protective equipment.

Audience: This course is designed to meet the OSHA requirement for annual refresher training for individuals who have previously completed 24-hour Emergency Response Operations or 40-hour Emergency Response Technician. Consider this series of courses if you are an emergency responder, safety professional, plant manager, building engineer, maintenance personnel, industrial hygienist, or consultant involved in emergency response.

1/26-4/6: School of Public Health Occupational/Environmental Health Seminar - Spring 2026

Sponsored by: UMN School of Public Health

Shake up your Spring Semester with something new. This is NOT your typical journal club or seminar. PUBH 6151 In this unique course, we will emphasize Socratic reasoning, addressing fallacies and critiquing the literature while advancing our reasoning and logical contemplations about complex occupational health challenges, including: » Health care worker burnout » Worker scarcity FACULTY Carolyn Porta, PhD, MPH, RN, FAAN Professor, School of Nursing Associate Vice President for Clinical Affairs Director, Occupational and Environmental Health Nursing, MCOHS. 7 online zoom sessions 1:15-2:15 pm : Jan 26, Feb 2, Feb 9, March 2, March 23, March 30, April 6.

Audience: Anyone interested in exploring current challenging occupational health / environmental health issues alongside leading evidence and science. Critique the science/literature and apply it to the real world!

2/2-2/4: 24hr Emergency Response Operations course

Sponsored by: University of Minnesota

24-Hour Emergency Response Operations – $575 8am - 4pm This course consists of three days of lectures, discussions, classroom demonstrations, small group exercises, and hands-on training. This Operations Level course is designed to provide training required by OSHA 1910.120 to respond to hazardous substance releases with the purpose of protecting persons, property, and the environment from the effects of the release and to contain the release. Emphasis will be placed on responding in a defensive manner without actually trying to stop the release. Topics include: Relevant state and federal regulations, health hazard recognition, hazard and risk assessment, respiratory protection, selection and use of personal protective equipment, decontamination, control and containment of spills, emergency response plans, termination procedures, and the incident command system.

Audience: Consider this series of courses if you are an emergency responder, safety professional, plant manager, building engineer, maintenance personnel, industrial hygienist, or consultant involved in emergency response.

2/19: 8 hr Waste Site Worker Refresher

Sponsored by: University of Minnesota

8-Hour Waste Site Worker Refresher – $275 8am to 4pm Topics include: incident review, hazard recognition/evaluation/control review, health and safety program requirements and regulations, monitoring equipment, respiratory protection, safe work practices, and personal protective equipment.

3/24: 8 hr Emergency Response Refresher

Sponsored by: University of Minnesota

On the calendar: In-person trainings and events

3/31: 8 hr Waste Site Worker Refresher (Minneapolis)

Sponsored by: University of Minnesota

4/13-4/15: 24hr Emergency Response Operations course (Minneapolis)

Sponsored by: University of Minnesota

4/14-4/17: SPF Application for Prevention Success Training (SAPST) (Nisswa)

Sponsored by: Minnesota Prevention Resource Center and Regional Prevention Coordinators

This course provides the basic knowledge and skills needed to apply the Strategic Prevention Framework (SPF) to plan, implement, and evaluate effective, data-driven substance misuse programs and practices. It introduces the foundations of behavioral health and the public health approach to prevention. The four-day, 37-hour course (including a 6-hour pre-training online session) is designed for people who are new to prevention work, those working in related fields, or members of coalitions working to improve community health. Upon completion, participants receive a certificate they can submit to become a Certified Prevention Professional. Tickets are limited and are available on a first-come-first serve basis. Registration closes March 30, 2025.

Audience: Public health, substance misuse prevention professionals, mental health prevention professionals, members of coalitions that support community health.

5/5: 8 hr Emergency Response Refresher (Minneapolis)

Sponsored by: University of Minnesota

5/11-5/13: 24hr Emergency Response Operations course (Minneapolis)

Sponsored by: University of Minnesota

Applicant can live anywhere in Minnesota

State WIC Consultant - Nutrition Program Consultant, Minnesota Department of Health (closes 12/22)

It is possible to telework this position at least part time.

The Nutrition and Clinic Services Unit within the Child and Family Health Division is looking to fill two (2) State WIC Consultant vacancies! The purpose of the position is to serve as a consultant to the state’s Local Agencies in the administration and delivery of nutrition services of the Women, Infant and Child (WIC) program. Job ID: 90746.

Required/minimum qualifications: Two (2) years of experience working within public health, that includes planning, evaluating/monitoring training and implementing programs related to the Women, Infant and Child (WIC) program, nutrition education, and/or nutrition education research. A degree in in Public Health Nutrition, Nutrition Science, Food and Nutrition, Maternal and Child Health, Dietetics or another related field may substitute for experience as described in the job post.

Lead in Drinking Water Specialist - State Program Admin, Minnesota Department of Health (closes 12/30)

It is possible to telework this position at least part time.

Are you passionate about protecting public health and ensuring the quality and safety of environmental laboratory testing across Minnesota? The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) is seeking a dedicated leader to serve as the MN Environmental Laboratory Accreditation Program (MNELAP) Supervisor. In this role, you will provide strategic, technical, and administrative leadership to ensure Minnesota’s environmental laboratories operate safely, consistently, and in compliance with state and federal standards. You will oversee a multidisciplinary team, direct accreditation and regulatory activities, guide enforcement actions, and collaborate with statewide partners to protect public health. The Supervisor also shapes program policy, manages budgets and fee-supported activities, supports rulemaking and legislative initiatives, and advances emerging environmental health priorities such as contaminants of emerging concern. Job ID: 90761.

Four years of experience reviewing scientific or technical data and applying environmental or public health regulations to ensure safe and compliant laboratory or program operations. AND Demonstrated leadership experience. A Bachelor’s degree in environmental health, microbiology, public health or closely related may substitute for one year of experience; a Master’s degree in these fields may substitute for 18 months of experience; and a Doctorate degree in these fields may substitute for two years of experience.

Central Minnesota jobs and careers

Public Health Nurse, Crow Wing County (closes 12/26)

Join a caring team to perform responsibilities of public health nursing through assessment, plan development, implementation and evaluation activities aimed to improve the level of health across the County. Work is performed in an office, institution, community, home, school or community-based setting. Public Health Nurses with Crow Wing County serve an array of program areas including Women Infant and Children (WIC), MnCHOICES, and Family Home Visiting Programs.

Required/minimum qualifications: Bachelor's degree or higher Certification as a Public Health Nurse (PHN) in the State of Minnesota or ability to obtain within 3 months of hire. Current RN registration with MN Board of Nursing CPR Certification Valid state issued driver's license and vehicle

Southwest Minnesota jobs and careers

Community Health Educator, Des Moines Valley Health and Human Services (no close date)

Des Moines Valley Health and Human Services (DVHHS) currently has a full time opening for a Community Health Educator. Primary job duties include supporting community health and prevention efforts through planning, coordination, and data-informed program development. This position assists with implementing and evaluating strategies related to substance use prevention, community preparedness, and public health sustainability. Additionally, the role supports the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program intakes and referrals, providing nutrition education and counseling, and developing materials that support healthy behaviors. The Community Health Educator works to improve overall community well-being through evidence-based approaches and strong partnerships across public health and community sectors.

Required/minimum qualifications: This position requires a bachelor’s degree in nutrition (such as Nutritional Sciences, Community Nutrition, Clinical Nutrition, or Dietetics), Health, Home Economics, Nursing, or a closely related field, and two years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Required coursework includes at least 10 semester (15 quarter) credits in Food and Nutrition—covering general human nutrition and nutrition for infants, children, and women during prenatal, postpartum, and breastfeeding stages—along with 3 semester (4 quarter) credits in counseling or adult education and 3 semester (4 quarter) credits in chemistry or biological sciences.

Registered / Licensed Dietician or Registered Nurse, Nobles County Community Service Agency (no close date)

It is possible to telework this position at least part time.

Dietician: Provides nutrition education and health assessments through our Women, Infants, and Children’s Nutrition Program (WIC). Primary responsibilities include assessing nutritional risks, screening for program eligibility, and providing nutrition education to children and families. Registered Nurse (RN): Provides professional nursing services within the public health department, schools, and in the community that address disease prevention and control, screening clinics, and on-gong nursing services as outlined in the Minnesota Board of Nursing Nurse Practice Act.

Required/minimum qualifications: Registered / Licensed Dietician: Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition program or closely related field required, and one year of experience in providing nutrition education; Registered Dietician Nutritionist, Licensed Dietitian, or Licensed Nutritionist or eligible to become licensed or registered within six months of hire. Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position. A valid driver’s license is required. RN: The job requires an Associate’s Degree in Nursing and current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Minnesota. The job requires a driver’s license in order to complete field work and to attend local and regional meetings and appointments.

Southeast Minnesota jobs and careers

Nutrition Educator - WIC, Olmsted County (closes 12/18)

Under supervision, provides public health nutrition services to individuals and families enrolled in the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program. Determines eligibility of WIC applicants and conducts health screening and dietary assessments. Provides nutrition counseling and breastfeeding support to improve the health and nutritional status in the WIC population. Applies evidence-based information and research to advance nutrition practices in WIC. Supports a diverse, respectful, and inclusive workplace.

Required/minimum qualifications: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in nutritional sciences or dietetics. OR Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in health sciences or family and consumer sciences with applicable coursework in nutrition. Documentation required for minimum coursework evaluation as required by Minnesota WIC Program requirements (Download PDF reader). OR Registered Nurse licensed by the Minnesota Board of Nursing and two (2) years of experience in a maternal child health or nutrition program. OR Nutrition Dietetic Technician, registered (NDTR) registered with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR). Desirable Qualifications: Ability to communicate fluently in Spanish or Somali in addition to English.

Deputy HHS Director, Mower County (no close date)

Position is open until filled with a priority deadline of 4 PM on Wednesday, December 10, 2025. We are seeking our next leader to serve as a Deputy Director, to guide a team of supervisors while combining strategic vision with hands-on execution. This role requires a self-starter who demonstrates creativity in problem-solving and leverages data collection and analysis to drive informed decision-making. This individual will lead our department in execution of public health programming and strategy. The ideal candidate will foster a supportive environment that values individual growth, while ensuring the team remains accountable to high standards of performance and integrity. This role requires strong collaboration across departments and partners, inspiring innovation and ensuring measurable impact in community health outcomes that are aligned with our organizational goals.

Required/minimum qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Public Administration, Community Health, Nursing, or related field with 4 years related experience and three years of supervisory experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Metro Minnesota jobs and careers

Managed Care Contracting and Rates (MCCR) Director - Human Services Manager 4, Minnesota Department of Human Services (closes 12/23)

It is possible to telework this position at least part time.

This position exists to direct all aspects of the Managed Care contracting, rate setting, and compliance functions for the department. Approximately 85% of the Medicaid and MinnesotaCare enrollees receive their health care services through managed care. As the director of this large business area, the Managed Care Contracting and Rates (MCCR) Director, in conjunction with Health Care Administration (HCA) and DHS executive leadership, oversee procurement, contracting, coverage policies, and capitation rate setting with the Managed Care Organizations (MCOs) for multiple MCO contracts covering Medicaid Families and Children and MinnesotaCare and Special Needs Purchasing (SNP) populations. The incumbent provides strategic leadership and direction, is the primary negotiator for the state, represents DHS internally and externally regarding the purchasing strategies employed by the state’s public health care programs, collaborates with leadership from other state agencies including MDH, Commerce, and MNSure. This position is also responsible for coordinating the MCO coverage policies, rate development impacts, and contract compliance with other areas across DHS, including those within other administrations. This position manages three sections, the Special Needs Purchasing section, the Managed Care Contracting and Service implementation section, and the Managed Care rates section, as well as an administrative assistant who supports the entire unit. Job ID: 90577.

Required/minimum qualifications: 3 years of leadership experience managing health care organizations/areas, including strategic planning and directing the work of staff.

Public Health Specialist (Emergency Preparedness Specialist), City of Bloomington (closes 12/21)

It is possible to telework this position at least part time.

The City of Bloomington is seeking an individual to support the City’s Community Resilience Team by advancing efforts to prepare for, respond to, and recover from public health emergencies and disasters. This position contributes to emergency operations planning, pandemic preparedness, and resilience‐building initiatives that protect and promote the health of residents across Bloomington, Edina, and Richfield (BER). Working collaboratively with the Emergency Preparedness (EP) and Statewide Health Improvement Partnership (SHIP) teams, the Specialist helps meet grant expectations, coordinate training and communications, and develop equitable, sustainable preparedness systems.

Required/minimum qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in public health, Emergency Management, or a closely related field • Two years of professional or internship experience in public health preparedness, emergency management, resilience, or a closely related field

Environmental Health Specialist 2, City of Edina - Public Health Division (closes 12/28)

The City of Edina Public Health Division is seeking candidates for an Environmental Health Specialist II position. The Environmental Health Specialist II is a program leading role, assisting the Community Health Administrator in planning and administering the Public Health Division. Candidates will protect public health by conducting inspections and investigations, providing education, and encouraging voluntary compliance with City Codes. Codes enforced include; The Minnesota Food Code, Minnesota Pool Code, Edina City Code, and other applicable Federal, State and local codes. The EHS II will coordinate activities and perform lead work duties in assigned program areas and is supported and expected to represent the City in professional organizations and cross jurisdictional collaboration. Applications will be accepted from November 19 to December 28. Interviews with selected candidates will be scheduled after January 1st, 2026.

Required/minimum qualifications: The job requires a Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Environmental Health, Public Health, Biological Science, Sanitary Science, Food Science or related field and a minimum of five years experience in regulatory environmental health. The employee must be a Registered Environmental Health Specialist and possess a valid driver’s license. Desired Qualifications: A standardized Food Inspection Officer is preferred.

Assistant Division Director - Health Assistant Division Director, Minnesota Department of Health (closes 12/29)

It is possible to telework this position at least part time.

The Health Assistant Division Director is part of a four-person management team in the HRD Director's Office accountable for the planning, development and implementation of HRD’s regulatory responsibilities, policies, legislative goals, and strategic direction, all with the common objective to protect the public. Job ID: 90570.

Required/minimum qualifications: Four (4) years of management or supervisory experience in a public health or human services program. A degree in Public Health, Public Administration, Law, Management, Healthcare Administration or related field will substitute for experience as described in the job post.

Lead in Drinking Water Specialist - State Program Admin, (closes 12/30)

It is possible to telework this position at least part time.

As a State Program Administrator, you will promote Drinking Water Protection (DWP) Section efforts to identify, address, and reduce the presence of lead in drinking water at schools and childcares. Specifically, the Lead in Drinking Water Specialist position will be 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. Job ID: 90748.

Required/minimum qualifications: One (1) year of experience in environmental health, experience must include: Compiling, reviewing, and analyzing data and writing reports or correspondence. Using database applications and Microsoft Office Suite. Entering and evaluating data using formulas, charts, tables, and spreadsheets. An Associate's degree in environmental health, public health, engineering, environmental science, public administration or closely related field may be substituted for six (6) months of experience. A Bachelor's degree in environmental health, public health, engineering, environmental science, public administration or closely related field may be substituted for one (1) year of experience.

Chief Data and Analytics Officer - Health Assistant Division Director, Minnesota Department of Health (closes 12/31)

It is possible to telework this position at least part time.

The Chief Data and Analytics Officer (CDAO) is the agency data executive responsible for creating a culture of data equity and advancing public health equity across the agency. The CDAO provides leadership for the development and implementation of a unified agency-wide data strategy that supports and improves public health programs, community health services, and health equity outcomes across Minnesota. This position oversees and aligns agency data strategy, governance, policy, and standards in close collaboration with the MNIT Chief Business Technology Officer/Chief Information Officer (CBTO/CIO) for MDH. Together, the CDAO and CBTO/CIO coordinate and implement the overall strategy for MNIT Partnering with MDH, the Office of Data Strategy and Interoperability, the Center for Health Information Policy and Transformation, Bureau leadership, Operations leadership, and the Commissioner. Job ID: 88921.

Required/minimum qualifications: Four (4) years of both management and research and evaluation experience which must include the following: Experience leading cross-functional initiatives and managing change efforts through clear communication and strong stakeholder coordination. Project management experience with full responsibility to design, plan, and manage complex large-scale projects; develop budgets and timelines; monitor progress and address performance; and meet interim milestones and long-term objectives. Experience developing, implementing, and overseeing policies, practices, and procedures with multiple stakeholders, including community members. Working knowledge of a diverse set of methodological approaches. Experience developing, maintaining, and using datasets, information systems, data standards, and/or data infrastructure. Comprehensive knowledge of the limitations of the current public health data ecosystem and firm grasp on the opportunities for public health data modernization. AND Demonstrated leadership experience that includes experience as a supervisor, team lead, lead worker, or project lead (for more information, see the job post). A degree in epidemiology, data science, health informatics, public health, data modernization or related field will substitute for experience as described in the job post.

Minnesota Department of Health
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