Planner Principal Community Specialist - Data Standards Community Specialist - Minnesota Department of Health

Job Details

Working Title: Data Standards Community Specialist
Job Class: Planner Principal Community Specialist
Agency: Health Department

• Job ID: 80940
• Location: St. Paul
• Telework Eligible: Yes
• Full/Part Time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Temporary
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers.
• Date Posted: 10/17/2024
• Closing Date: 10/24/2024
• Hiring Agency: Minnesota Department of Health
• Division: Community Health Division
• Work Shift: Day Shift
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: Yes - Up to 25% of the time
• Salary Range: $30.80 - $45.47 / hourly; $64,310 - $94,941 / annually
• Classified Status: Unclassified
• Bargaining Unit: Minnesota Association of Professional Employees (MAPE)
• Anticipated Start Date: 11/20/2024
• End Date: 10/13/2026
  The work you'll do is more than just a job.
  
  At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
  
  Job Summary
  
  The Center for Health Statistics is looking for a dedicated individual to conduct planning and coordination activities around community engagement at the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) related to demographic data collection. As part of this work, you will positively contribute to MDH's Disaggregated Demographic Standards, Data Catalog and Publications Library, by providing a health equity lens to the department's data collection and reporting efforts. This position will engage community stakeholders on MDH's efforts to disaggregate demographic data and build consensus on best practices and effective ways to build capacity using plain language trainings. In this role you will also have the opportunity to collaborate with scientists and epidemiologists throughout MDH and other agencies to develop guidelines for demographic data analysis and reporting capability pertaining to various demographic groups within Minnesota populations. This position will also assist Minnesota Management and Budget (MMB), with efforts to engage in data disaggregation across the state enterprise.
  
  Responsibilities Include:
  
  • Conduct extensive community engagement with external stakeholders to develop, revise, and refine the agency's demographic data disaggregation standards.
  • Collaborate with agency leads across divisions to review and analyze the MDH Data Catalog and MDH Publications Library, focusing on demographic data collection practices.
  • Document and report findings on the adoption of demographic standards by preparing written analyses of data, delivering oral presentations to promote understanding, and making recommendations to address procedural gaps and realign organizational tasks or assignments.
  • Maintain expertise in the science, evaluation, research, and data analysis best practices for assessing health inequities in data standards, while ensuring compliance with the Data Practices Act.
    This position is eligible for telework applicants who reside in Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, North Dakota, or South Dakota. Position locations will be determined by the top candidate and will be based out of one of the following MDH district office locations: St. Paul, St. Cloud, Duluth, Rochester, Marshall, Mankato, Bemidji, or Fergus Falls. Reimbursement for authorized business travel expenses is provided according to bargaining unit guidelines.
    
    Qualifications
    
    Minimum Qualifications
    
    To facilitate proper years of service crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.
    
    Two (2) years of experience in a public health setting conducting any of the following: needs assessments, program evaluation, research studies using primary or secondary database linkage efforts, data analysis and interpretation, management information systems or data selection, monitoring systems in health-related program; AND:
    
    • Experience with disaggregated and demographic data.
    • Experience analyzing data through a health equity lens.
    • Experience hosting community engagement events.
      
      Minimum qualifications to be assessed during the interview process:
      
      
      • Experience developing plain language training materials.
        
        A related associate degree may be substituted for six (6) months of experience. A related bachelor's degree may be substituted for one(1) year of experience. A related master's degree may be substituted for one and a half (1.5) years of experience. A related doctorate degree may be substituted for two (2) years of experience.
        
        Preferred Qualifications
        
        • Degree in epidemiology, economics, environmental health, psychology, health statistics, or health services research or closely related field.
        • Experience working with diverse communities.
          Additional Requirements
          
          • Must successfully pass a background and reference check.
          • This employment does not require a valid driver's license, but it does demand occasional travel which the candidate will be responsible for meeting.
          • Under U.S. Citizen and Immigration Services regulations, the successful candidate must be able to accept work in the U.S. by the day employment begins. This agency is unable to offer H-1B sponsorship.
            
            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 Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers .
            
            Contact
            
            If you have questions about this position, contact Laura Jones at laura.m.jones@state.mn.us or 651-201-4842 .
            
            To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Laura Jones at laura.m.jones@state.mn.us .
            
            If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation for an interview, you may contact the Department of Health ADA Coordinator at health.hr.ada@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. Our collaborative, mission-driven work environment is a major factor in promoting a high level of employee health awareness, employee longevity, and job satisfaction.
            
            Working together to improve the state we love.
            
            What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?
            
            • A sense of purpose in their work
            • Connection with their coworkers and communities
            • Opportunities for personal and professional growth
              Benefits
              
              As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.
              
              Your benefits may include:
              
              • 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
                  Support to help you reach your career goals:
                  
                  • 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
                      
                      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.
                      
                      EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS
                      
                      Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans.
                      
                      All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.
                      
                      APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES
                      
                      Minnesota state agencies make reasonable accommodations to their employees and applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in searching or applying for jobs with the State of Minnesota, call the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and let us know the support you need.