Community Health Services Mailbag: 15 July 2026

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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: 15 July 2026

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 one month.

  • The Minnesota Society for Public Health Education (MN SOPHE) Call for Nominations - through August 26
  • Nominations are now open for the Minnesota Public Health Impact Awards - through August 14

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

  • 7/16: What’s in Vaccines? The Purpose, Safety, and Science Behind Their Ingredients
  • 7/16: Minnesota Health Equity Networks Southwest Regional Gathering
  • 7/21: Minnesota Health Equity Networks Northeast Regional Gathering
  • 7/28: Minnesota Health Equity Networks Metro Regional Gathering
  • 7/30: Minnesota Health Equity Networks Southeast Regional Gathering
  • NEW 7/30: Contagious Wisdom Community Discussion: A Multilevel Overview of High-Profile Infectious Diseases
  • 8/4: Minnesota Health Equity Networks Open Space
  • NEW 8/4-8/5: 2026 National Maternal Nutrition Intensive Course
  • 8/13: Minnesota Health Care Programs Dental Benefits & Billing 101
  • 8/14: Owatonna Area Oral Health Meeting - Hybrid - Owatonna and online
  • 9/17-10/1: Health Care Homes Sustainability Summit 2026
  • 11/17: Child and Teen Checkups Hearing and Vision Basic Screening Skills

In-person trainings and events

  • 8/14: Owatonna Area Oral Health Meeting - Hybrid - Owatonna and online
  • 9/15: Child and Teen Checkups Hearing and Vision Basic Screening Skills - Virginia
  • 9/15: Child and Teen Checkups Hearing and Vision Advanced Screening Skills for Nurses - Virginia
  • 9/22: School Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Plan Training – Duluth
  • NEW 9/25: Bridge to Health Survey Conference – Duluth
  • 9/29: Many Faces of Community Health Annual Conference - Brooklyn Center
  • 10/15: School Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Plan Training – Marshall
  • 10/22: Child and Teen Checkups Hearing and Vision Advanced Screening Skills for Nurses - St. Paul
  • 10/22: Child and Teen Checkups Hearing and Vision Basic Screening Skills - St. Paul
  • 10/27: School Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Plan Training - St. Cloud
  • 11/4: School Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Plan Training - Arden Hills
  • 12/2: School Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Plan Training

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 one month 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.

West Central Minnesota

  • Public Health Nurse - FT, Clay County - closes 7/24
  • Assistant Health & Human Services Director, Otter Tail County - closes 7/22
  • NEW Hospice Supervisor - Hospice of Douglas County, Horizon Public Health - closes 7/29

Central Minnesota

  • * Public Health Nurse, Todd County - no close date

Southwest Minnesota

  • NEW Communications Specialist, Southwest Health & Human Services - no close date

South Central Minnesota

  • NEW Women, Infant & Children (WIC) Coordinator (Nutrition Coordinator / Public Health Nurse / Registered Nurse), Watonwan County - closes 7/24
  • NEW Public Health Nurse, Nicollet County - closes 7/27
  • Public Health Planner-Educator, Waseca County - no close date

Metro Area – Minnesota

  • * Environmental Health Specialist, Anoka County - closes 7/20
  • * Public Health Nurse, Anoka County - closes 7/20
  • * Smoke-Free Housing Consultant, Dakota County - closes 7/31

General information

The Minnesota Society for Public Health Education (MN SOPHE) Call for Nominations - through August 26

The Minnesota Society for Public Health Education (MN SOPHE) announces the call for nominations for the 2026 MN SOPHE awards. This is an opportunity to recognize and acknowledge the efforts of public health colleagues, champions, or students. Self-nominations are encouraged! The Award Nomination deadline is 8/26/2026. This year's award ceremony will be part of the MN SOPHE Summit on 11/5/2026 at Winona State University. To nominate yourself or someone else, please complete this brief survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WY7P3VP

Nominations are now open for the Minnesota Public Health Impact Awards - through August 14

Nominations for the Minnesota Public Health Impact Awards are now open through August 14, 2026. These awards recognize individuals, organizations, and partnerships making meaningful contributions to public health across Minnesota. There are several award categories available. Submit your nominations and learn more about each award here: https://www.health.state.mn.us/communities/practice/conference/awards/index.html. Following the nomination period, a selection committee will review submissions and notify recipients. Awards will be presented at events later this fall.

On the calendar: Online events

7/16: What’s in Vaccines? The Purpose, Safety, and Science Behind Their Ingredients

Sponsored by: NDSU Center for Immunization Research and Education

Join us for What's in Vaccines? The Purpose, Safety, and Science Behind Their Ingredients on July 16, 2026, from 12–1 p.m. CT. This free webinar will explore the purpose and safety of common vaccine ingredients, explain the science behind technologies like mRNA vaccines, and address common myths and misconceptions. Presented by Kylie Hall, MPH, the session will provide practical, evidence-based strategies for answering questions about vaccine ingredients with confidence. Everyone is welcome, and free CME and CPE credits are available. Register here: https://bit.ly/4vL9gKR

Audience: Everyone is welcome! This activity has been approved for free CME and CPE credits.

7/16: Minnesota Health Equity Networks Southwest Regional Gathering

Sponsored by: Minnesota Health Equity Networks

Thursday, July 16, 10-11 a.m. (virtual) Register on Webex: https://minnesota.webex.com/weblink/register/r47e89afa941f650e1196744c6a71672f

7/21: Minnesota Health Equity Networks Northeast Regional Gathering

Sponsored by: Minnesota Health Equity Networks

Tuesday, July 21, 10-11:30 a.m. (virtual) Register on Webex: https://minnesota.webex.com/weblink/register/r691a6203636cd785c572369a4253add7

7/28: Minnesota Health Equity Networks Metro Regional Gathering

Sponsored by: Minnesota Health Equity Networks

Tuesday, July 28, 2-3:30 p.m. (virtual) Register on Webex: https://minnesota.webex.com/weblink/register/re18efbf0288637ac42a8ab5548305d3b

7/30: Minnesota Health Equity Networks Southeast Regional Gathering

Sponsored by: Minnesota Health Equity Networks

Thursday, July 30, 1-2:30 p.m. (virtual) Register on Webex: https://minnesota.webex.com/weblink/register/r28a30894cd614ca9f59982976e29a144

7/30: Contagious Wisdom Community Discussion: A Multilevel Overview of High-Profile Infectious Diseases

Sponsored by: Great Lakes Inter-Tribal Epidemiology Center

This presentation will provide an overview of infectious diseases that are of concern on a state, national, and/or international level. This includes, but is not limited to, Ebola, New World screwworm, hantavirus, emerging sexually transmitted infections (STIs), avian influenza (HPAI/H5N1), and measles. - This webinar will be online via Zoom from 10am-11am CT on Thursday, July 30th.

Audience: This virtual event is intended for community members, health care professionals, community workers, policymakers, and anyone interested in learning more about infectious diseases.

8/4: Minnesota Health Equity Networks Open Space

Sponsored by: Minnesota Health Equity Networks

This is a space for people to discuss or troubleshoot what is emerging in their communities, workplaces, or in the public health system with a network coordinator, network staff member, and other community members. We will strive to create a space that is welcoming, supportive, friendly, and as confidential as possible. Tuesday, August 4, 2-3:15 p.m. (virtual) Register on Webex: https://minnesota.webex.com/weblink/register/rc0632d7e76f48605b88a1674c745d494

8/4-8/5: 2026 National Maternal Nutrition Intensive Course

Sponsored by: University of Minnesota - School of Public Health

This continuing education program focuses on the improvement of maternal and infant health through the delivery of risk-appropriate high-quality nutrition services. The purpose of this activity is to enable the learner to: 1) describe ways that nutrition programs and services can improve maternal, fetal and child health outcomes; 2) discuss the effects of maternal and child eating behaviors and patterns on birth outcomes, infant and child health and development; and 3) identify characteristics of effective programs, services, outreach, research and evaluation needed to improve maternal, infant and child health, nutrition and food security. August 4-5 | 12:15 – 4:45pm CT | The live webinar will be fully online and synchronous. There will also be a distance version available starting in September 2026.

Audience: 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.

8/13: Minnesota Health Care Programs Dental Benefits & Billing 101

This Infomar (webinar) will provide an overview of how Minnesota Health Care Programs dental benefits and billing work, including information about regulators, payers, third party administrators, the dental benefit set, prior authorizations, medical/dental services, payment rates, and charging for non-covered services.

8/14: Owatonna Area Oral Health Meeting - Hybrid - Owatonna and online

The meeting will feature regional and Minnesota oral health data, medical-dental integration, local as well as statewide resources, and programs. 9am-12:30pm Hybrid event to be held at Torey's Restaurant & Bar, located at 208 N Cedar Ave, Owatonna, MN 55060 and virtually on Zoom Featuring the counties of Le Sueur, Rice, Goodhue, Waseca, Steele, Dodge, Freeborn, and Mower.

Audience: Public health, dental and oral health, medical and community health, educators, community leaders and stakeholders, social and human services, government.

9/17-10/1: Health Care Homes Sustainability Summit 2026

Sponsored by: Minnesota Health Care Homes - Minnesota Dept. of Health

Are you a primary care leader? This is for you! A free web series (three one hour sessions, Sept 17, Sept 24, and Oct 1 at 8:00 AM) for healthcare executives, clinicians, administrators, finance and population health professionals, health plans, and policymakers, etc. — focused on sustaining high quality, high value primary care through workforce innovation and community care, blended revenue and value strategies, and leveraging Minnesota’s Health Care Homes within networks and ACO’s. Sessions feature national and regional experts, panel discussions, and practical strategies to support resilient, patient centered systems. For more information and to register please visit the link above. #HCHsummit2026

Audience: Healthcare leaders, such as executives, clinicians, administrators, finance and population health professionals, health plans, and policymakers.

11/17: Child and Teen Checkups Hearing and Vision Basic Screening Skills

Includes how to do basic hearing and vision screening. Time: 8:30 am - 12:30 pm. Register at: https://minnesota.myabsorb.com/#/instructor-led-courses/e811180f-714e-46a9-87d1-07807a53fddd

Audience: Intended for anyone who performs hearing and vision screening on children.

On the calendar: In-person trainings and events

8/14: Owatonna Area Oral Health Meeting - Hybrid - Owatonna and online

The meeting will feature regional and Minnesota oral health data, medical-dental integration, local as well as statewide resources, and programs. 9am-12:30pm Hybrid event to be held at Torey's Restaurant & Bar, located at 208 N Cedar Ave, Owatonna, MN 55060 and virtually on Zoom Featuring the counties of Le Sueur, Rice, Goodhue, Waseca, Steele, Dodge, Freeborn, and Mower.

Public health, dental and oral health, medical and community health, educators, community leaders and stakeholders, social and human services, government.

9/15: Child and Teen Checkups Hearing and Vision Basic Screening Skills – Virginia

Sponsored by: Minnesota Department of Health - Child and Teen Checkups

Includes how to do basic hearing and vision screening. Time: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Register at https://minnesota.myabsorb.com/#/instructor-led-courses/e811180f-714e-46a9-87d1-07807a53fddd

Intended for anyone who performs hearing and vision screening on children,

9/15: Child and Teen Checkups Hearing and Vision Advanced Screening Skills for Nurses – Virginia

Sponsored by: Minnesota Department of Health - Child and Teen Checkups

Includes how to do basic hearing and vision screening. In addition, the hearing portion includes in-depth ear anatomy and physiology, risk assessment/hearing history, otoscopy, tympanometry, and otoacoustic emissions screening (OAE). The vision portion includes a review of myopia, hyperopia, and amblyopia, performing pupillary light, and red reflex procedures. Time: 9:00 am - 4:30 pm. Register at https://minnesota.myabsorb.com/#/instructor-led-courses/e1b25cf0-fbd6-4568-98f3-d5d45c6f8b76

Intended for RNs/LSNs/PHNs who perform hearing and vision screenings.

9/22: School Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Plan Training – Duluth

Sponsored by: Minnesota Department of Health - Indoor Air Unit

This training will discuss requirements and best practices for school indoor air quality. School staff (including charter and non-public schools), service providers, government officials, and others are welcome to attend. The training is free. Registration is required. Continuing education is offered for certain credentials, including nurses and sanitarians. There are 4 in-person and 1 Webex training during Fall 2026. See MDH site for details and to register.

Audience: School officials, (including non-public schools), service providers, health professionals

9/25: Bridge to Health Survey Conference – Duluth

Sponsored by: Bridge to Health Survey Coalition

Join us in person for an exciting day of insights, connections, and information as we explore the results of the 2025 Bridge to Health Survey and prepare to use the data in our work and communities. Our partners from MDH and UWS Center for Research and Evaluation Services will help attendees understand Survey methodology and how to interpret the findings. The conference will also include speakers that inspire action, and the opportunity to connect and collaborate with each other. Attendees will come away from the conference with a better undestanding of health in Northland communities. Counties surveyed include: Aitkin County, Carlton County, Cook County, Douglas Conty (WI), Itasca County, Kanabec County, Koochiching County, Lake County, Pine County, St. Louis County, and the City of Duluth. Survey topic areas include: Prevalence of medical and mental health conditions Health-related behavior Access to physical, dental, and mental health care Social determinants of health

Audience: Community members and professionals involved in: health policy/advocacy, heath care, health education, public health, government, civic organizations, and anyone else interested in the health of Northland communities.

9/29: Many Faces of Community Health Annual Conference - Brooklyn Center

Sponsored by: Minnesota Department of Health; Minnesota Association of Community Health Centers (MNACHC)

Many Faces of Community Health is a one-day conference that focuses on health care. Attendees come together to learn about the impact of health care and how to apply best practices to the delivery of primary care to Minnesotans.

Over 200 people attended our last in-person conference including health care professionals, students, staff from FQHCs and other programs, policymakers, and Minnesotans active in community and public health.

10/15: School Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Plan Training – Marshall

Sponsored by: Minnesota Department of Health - Indoor Air Unit

This training will discuss requirements and best practices for school indoor air quality. School staff (including charter and non-public schools), service providers, government officials, and others are welcome to attend. The training is free. Registration is required. Continuing education is offered for certain credentials, including nurses and sanitarians. There are 4 in-person and 1 Webex training during Fall 2026. See MDH site for details and to register.

Audience: School officials, (including non-public schools), service providers, health professionals

10/22: Child and Teen Checkups Hearing and Vision Basic Screening Skills - St. Paul

Sponsored by: Minnesota Department of Health - Child and Teen Checkups

Includes how to do basic hearing and vision screening. Time: 8:30 am - 12:30 pm. Register at: https://minnesota.myabsorb.com/#/instructor-led-courses/e811180f-714e-46a9-87d1-07807a53fddd

10/22: Child and Teen Checkups Hearing and Vision Advanced Screening Skills for Nurses - St. Paul

Includes how to do basic hearing and vision screening. In addition, the hearing portion includes in-depth ear anatomy and physiology, risk assessment/hearing history, otoscopy, tympanometry, and otoacoustic emissions screening (OAE). The vision portion includes a review of myopia, hyperopia, and amblyopia, performing pupillary light, and red reflex procedures. Time: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm. https://minnesota.myabsorb.com/#/instructor-led-courses/e1b25cf0-fbd6-4568-98f3-d5d45c6f8b76

Intended for RNs/LSNs/PHNs who perform hearing and vision screenings.

10/27: School Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Plan Training - St. Cloud

Sponsored by: Minnesota Department of Health - Indoor Air Unit

This training will discuss requirements and best practices for school indoor air quality. School staff (including charter and non-public schools), service providers, government officials, and others are welcome to attend. The training is free. Registration is required. Continuing education is offered for certain credentials, including nurses and sanitarians. There are 4 in-person and 1 Webex training during Fall 2026. See MDH site for details and to register.

Audience: School officials, (including non-public schools), service providers, health professionals

11/4: School Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Plan Training - Arden Hills

Sponsored by: Minnesota Department of Health - Indoor Air Unit

This training will discuss requirements and best practices for school indoor air quality. School staff (including charter and non-public schools), service providers, government officials, and others are welcome to attend. The training is free. Registration is required. Continuing education is offered for certain credentials, including nurses and sanitarians. There are 4 in-person and 1 Webex training during Fall 2026. See MDH site for details and to register.

Audience: School officials, (including non-public schools), service providers, health professionals

12/2: School Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Plan Training

Sponsored by: Minnesota Department of Health - Indoor Air Unit

This training will discuss requirements and best practices for school indoor air quality. School staff (including charter and non-public schools), service providers, government officials, and others are welcome to attend. The training is free. Registration is required. Continuing education is offered for certain credentials, including nurses and sanitarians. There are 4 in-person and 1 Webex training during Fall 2026. See MDH site for details and to register.

Audience: School officials, (including non-public schools), service providers, health professionals

 

West Central Minnesota jobs and careers

Public Health Nurse - FT, Clay County - closes 7/24

The listed examples may not include all the duties performed by all positions in this class. • Home visits to high-risk pregnant women and children • Car seat education • Child developmental assessment • Administer immunizations to children and adults • Other public health nursing duties as assigned

Required qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree (BSN) • RN MN License • 1-3 years of related work experience • Valid driver’s license • Ability to pass a background check

Assistant Health & Human Services Director, Otter Tail County - closes 7/22

Otter Tail County is now accepting applications for a full-time Assistant Director position with Health and Human Services. The purpose of this position is to provide administrative leadership and supervision to Health and Human Services staff and supervisors, develop and implement quality improvement initiatives and performance management activities, and direct the planning, implementation, and evaluation of Health and Human Services programs. Visit our website for the full description and list of duties. Applications for this position will be accepted until 4:30pm on July 22, 2026.

Required qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or higher in social work, psychology, nursing, public health, community health, administration or related field, five years of experience in a public health or human services setting, two years of supervisory or leadership experience, and a valid Driver's License.

Hospice Supervisor - Hospice of Douglas County, Horizon Public Health - closes 7/29

Hospice of Douglas County is accepting applications for a Full-Time Exempt Hospice Supervisor. This position is responsible for the overall planning, direction, coordination, management, and supervision of all hospice services, programs, and activities. Responsibilities include supervising hospice employees and volunteers, as well as providing oversight of contracted service providers. The starting salary for this exempt level position is $89,273.60 annually. Benefits include employer sponsored health and life Insurance, along with other ancillary benefits. Please visit our website for the entire list. Please submit an application to Human Resources, Horizon Public Health, 809 Elm Street, Suite 1200, Alexandria, MN 56308, hrco...@horizonphmn.gov. The initial application deadline is Wednesday, July 29, 2026. The position will remain open until filled. ADA accommodations are available. Horizon Public Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Required qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in nursing required, and considerable hospice experience (3-5 years), preferably including hospice supervision, OR Associate’s degree in nursing and extensive hospice experience (6+ years), preferably including hospice supervision. The successful candidate must pass a criminal background check and pre-employment drug screening. A valid Minnesota driver's license and reliable, insured transportation are required.

Central Minnesota jobs and careers

Public Health Nurse, Todd County - no close date

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

Under general direction of the Unit Manager and/or Supervisor, this position provides public health nursing to individuals, communities and systems. This position is responsible for using a holistic approach to complete individualized assessments and develop and implement plans using the nursing process, to enhance and protect the quality and dignity of life for the diverse population served. Public Health Nurses focus on promoting healthy families and communities; supporting disabled persons and seniors to live independently; preventing and responding to diseases and health threats; and identifying and preventing environmental health hazards.

Required qualifications: Bachelor's degree with coursework in public health nursing resulting in MN registered nurse licensure. MN Public Health Nurse Certification. Unencumbered MN Registered Nurse License. Must be able to wear proper PPE needed to perform requirements of the job. This may include an N95, PAPR, etc. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license. Must pass a criminal background check.

Southwest Minnesota jobs and careers

Communications Specialist, Southwest Health & Human Services - no close date

Public Health is seeking an individual to communicate and market the Public Health division’s programs, services and initiatives by developing, executing and evaluating communication plans and strategies. The Communications Specialist role will be to provide communication support to each Public Health program area; create informational and promotional pieces that highlight Public Health work; build and strengthen relationships with community partners and coalition members to advance prevention initiatives and improve community health outcomes; maintain the Public Health webpage; develop, execute and evaluate communication plans and media campaigns for a variety of community health initiatives; and provide assistance with public information and communications in case of a Public Health emergency or outbreak. Please apply directly on our website: www.swmhhs.com/careers

Required qualifications: • A Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Journalism, Public Health, or a related field. • Professional experience in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Suite, Canva, and website content management systems. • Two years of work experience in the communications field planning, writing, editing and developing various print and electronic communications, preferably in the Public Health field. • Possession of a valid driver’s license or alternative ability to travel to off-site meetings, trainings and events in a timely manner. • Strong oral and written communication skills; ability to write professional informational and promotional documents

South Central Minnesota jobs and careers

Women, Infant & Children (WIC) Coordinator (Nutrition Coordinator / Public Health Nurse / Registered Nurse), Watonwan County - closes 7/24

Come join the Public Health team at WCHS! You will be a part of skilled, caring & knowledgeable professionals whose talents & contributions promote, strengthen & protect the health of individuals, families & communities in Watonwan County every single day! Seeking a motivated person to service as the Watonwan County WIC Coordinator. This person is responsible for the day-to-day functions of the Supplemental Nutrition Program for WIC in Watonwan County. The WIC Coordinator manages the local WIC program, oversees all program functions, assesses nutritional needs and provides nutrition education to participants, offers breastfeeding education, ensures compliance with state policies and federal regulations, trains staff and oversees their work, assures quality services and interacts directly with state and regional WIC staff. Also provides back-up to other Public Health programs.

Required qualifications: Candidates who apply must have current licensure as a Registered Nurse in MN OR a Public Health Nurse Certification, or the ability to become certified as a PHN in MN and current licensure as an RN in MN, OR Bachelor’s Degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or a closely related field, OR Registered Dietitian, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist : registered with the Commission of Dietetic Registration, OR Associate’s Degree in Dietetics Technology (Must be registered at time of hire if you are a graduate of a Dietetic Technician program and maintain ongoing registration as Dietetic Technician by the Commission on Dietetic Registration).

Public Health Nurse, Nicollet County - closes 7/27

This position leads communicable disease prevention and control efforts through disease surveillance, case investigation, tuberculosis case management, immunization program coordination, and community education. In addition, this position coordinates community-based substance use prevention initiatives by working with local partners to implement evidence-based strategies that promote healthy environments and reduce substance misuse. The Public Health Nurse combines direct client care, education, collaboration, and public health planning to improve the health of individuals and the community.

Required qualifications: • Valid MN Driver’s license, and • MN Registered Nurse License, and • Public Health Certification, and • Four-year (4) degree in nursing, and • Two (2) years of experience, OR • Any equivalent combination

Public Health Planner-Educator, Waseca County - no close date

Under the direct supervision of the Le Sueur-Waseca Community Health Supervisor, and in collaboration with the Public Health Director/Community Health Administrator, the Public Health Educator/Planner supports the Le Sueur–Waseca Community Health Board by improving public health capacity and performance through the planning, coordination, and implementation of evidence-based health promotion strategies. This position focuses on stakeholder engagement, policy/systems/environmental (PSE) change, and public education aimed at preventing disease and promoting health among individuals, organizations, and communities, with priority areas guided by the Community Health Assessment and Community Health Improvement Planning process.

Required qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in public health, Health Education, Community Health, Health Promotion, Health Policy, Human Services, or a closely related field. Two years of experience in planning, health education or related areas. Any equivalent combination of education, experience and training which demonstrates the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the essential duties.

Metro Minnesota jobs and careers

Environmental Health Specialist, Anoka County - closes 7/20

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

The Anoka County Public Health and Environmental Services (PHES) department has an immediate opening for an Environmental Health Specialist. The Environmental Health Specialist performs daily activities involving investigation, inspection, data collection and analysis, enforcement action, report preparation and public contact. The Environmental Health Specialist is responsible for ensuring applicable health, safety, and environmental regulations are being met. This is a full-time, non-exempt, hybrid position. Interviews will take place the week of July 20, 2026, for those selected to move forward in the hiring process. Anoka County Salary Schedule Grade 32: $64,480 to $90,230 ($31.00 to $43.38 per hour). Anoka County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Required qualifications: -Bachelor’s degree in environmental health, food science, natural science, or a closely related field as defined under MN Rule 4695.2700. -At least 2 years (2,080 annual hours) of job-related experience. -Possess or able to obtain within two years registration as an Environmental Health Specialist. -Successfully pass driver’s license background check. -Must have valid driver's license and vehicle available for business use.

Public Health Nurse, Anoka County - closes 7/20

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

The Anoka County Public Health & Environmental Services mission is to improve health through education, prevention, service, regulation, and advocacy in Anoka County. The department has multiple immediate openings for a Public Health Nurse on the Family Home Visiting team. The Public Health Nurse helps reduce health risks at the population level through evidenced-based care and education and is responsible for addressing the health disparities within marginalized communities by focusing on the environmental, physical, and social determinants of health. Additionally, this role supports the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program within Anoka County. This is a full-time, exempt, hybrid position. Interviews will take place the week of July 27, 2026, for those selected to move forward in the hiring process. Anoka County Salary Schedule Grade 34: $74,214 to $103,896 ($35.68 to $49.95 per hour). Anoka County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Required qualifications: -Requires a Bachelor’s degree in nursing. -Two years (2,080 annual hours) of job-related experience. -In lieu of the required education, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis. -Registered Nurse in the State of Minnesota. -Possess a Minnesota Public Health Nursing Certification. -Successfully pass driver’s license background check. -Must have a valid driver’s license and vehicle available for business use.

Smoke-Free Housing Consultant, Dakota County - closes 7/31

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

Dakota County Public Health (DCPH) seeks a qualified consultant to provide smoke-free multi-unit housing technical assistance in Dakota County from November 2026 to October 2027. The consultant will educate individuals living or working in multi-unit housing about the risks of secondhand tobacco/cannabis smoke and the importance of comprehensive smoke-free policies; assist properties in adopting, updating, and enforcing smoke-free policies; provide smoke-free signage to properties; and respond to requests from Dakota County property managers/owners and residents. If you are interested in contracting with Dakota County for these services, please email Morgan Hamernik at morgan....@co.dakota.mn.us for more details and application questions.

Required qualifications: Experience providing smoke-free housing technical assistance and engaging community groups, including those who do not speak English as their first language.

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