Policy and Systems Change Planner - Planner Principal State

Working Title: Policy and Systems Change PlannerJob Class: Planner Principal StateAgency: Health Department

Job ID : 81134

Location : St. Paul

Telework Eligible : Yes

Full/Part Time : Full-Time

Regular/Temporary : Temporary

Who May Apply : This vacancy is open to all qualified job seekers.

Date Posted : 10/18/2024

Closing Date : 10/25/2024

Hiring Agency: Minnesota Department of Health

Division/Unit : Health Equity / Health Equity Staff

Work Shift/Work Hours : Day shift / 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. with reasonable flexibility

Days of Work : Monday - Friday

Travel Required : Yes, up to 25%

Salary Range: $31.92 - $47.05 / hourly; $66,648 - $98,240 / annually

Classified Status : Unclassified

Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Association of Professional Employees (MAPE)

Work Area: Health Equity / Health Equity Staff

End Date : 06/30/2026

FLSA Status : Nonexempt

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.Join our dynamic team at the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH), where your passion for public health can make a tangible impact on the well-being of all Minnesotans.The Division of Health Equity, Strategy & Innovation is seeking to hire a Policy and Systems Change Planner. This position will provide operational and strategic coordination and project management for the Minnesota Department of Health’s (MDH) Health Equity Division’s Policy and Systems Change team (PSC). In support of MDH’s health equity strategic priorities, this team works to advance and embed health equity across MDH through equitable policy making and systems change interventions. This position will coordinate the health equity review, monitoring, and assessment of MDH policies, procedures, and standards, and will foster sustainable incorporation of health equity into MDH policy processes through technical assistance and relationship building. This role will also contribute to the development and advancement of health equity-related legislative policies through coordination and strategic communications. In addition to the policy focus, this position will consult on ongoing systems change initiatives led by the PSC team, will serve as a liaison between the PSC team and other core units in the Health Equity Bureau. This role requires strong organizational skills, strong written and verbal communication skills, a deep commitment to health equity, and an understanding of the importance of relationship building and systems thinking.Key responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:

Coordinate and support health equity-related policy initiatives, including the equity review of internal policies, procedures, and standards, the development of novel equity policies, and advancement of health equity legislative policies.

Provide operational and strategic support for systems change activities.

Facilitate communication and collaboration between PSC and other teams in the Health Equity Bureau.

Support the PSC Supervisor in assessing the impact of PSC activities.

Perform other duties as requested by MDH.

This position is temporary and is expected to end on 6/30/2026.Candidates residing in Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, North Dakota, or South Dakota may have the option to telework; however, telework schedules are based on the unit's operational needs and are at supervisory discretion.Minimum QualificationsTwo years or more of experience working in a public health related position in the following areas:

Experience reading, reviewing, and developing policies.

Experience initiating, managing, and successfully completing projects.

Qualifications to further be assessed during the interview process:

Strong background in health equity, racial justice, and systems change frameworks.

Demonstrated ability to establish effective working relationships and partnerships with a wide variety of partners, including State of Minnesota staff, non-profit organizational leadership and staff, and local government officials.

Ability to facilitate consensus and agreements with individuals and groups with various perspectives.

Ability to think logically and translate technical information into plain language for a variety of audiences.

Ability to make recommendations on important decisions and provide evidence to support decisions or help leadership make decisions.

Preferred Qualifications

Lived or work experience working with communities facing systemic inequities, including but not limited to access to resources, economic disparities, and health challenges.

Knowledge of the Minnesota Department of Health functions, policies, and procedures.

Additional RequirementsThis position requires successful completion of a background and reference check.AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERMinnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.Reasonable accommodations will be made 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 . Please indicate what assistance is needed.