Strategic Initiatives & Communications Coordinator - Communications Specialist 3

Job Details Working Title: Strategic Initiatives & Communications Coordinator Job Class:

Communications Specialist 3 Agency: Health Department Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers.

Bidders will be accepted through 03/21/2024. Date Posted: 03/14/2024 Closing Date: 03/28/2024 Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit:

Health Department / Health-MAPE Division/Unit:

Health Protection / EH DWP Comms & Strat Init Staf Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift Days of Work: Monday - Friday Travel Required:

Yes, up to 25% Salary Range: $30.55 - $45.02 / hourly; $63,788 - $94,001 / annually Classified Status: Classified Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE FLSA Status: Nonexempt Telework Eligible:

Yes Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities : Yes Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans. The work you'll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.

Job Summary The Minnesota Department of Health's (MDH) Environmental Health Division is looking for a Strategic Initiatives and Communications Coordinator to join its Drinking Water Protection (DWP) section . In this role, you will provide the Drinking Water Protection (DWP) Section with program planning, analysis, and coordination of strategic initiatives and communication activities related to public drinking water. This position provides expertise in project management, outreach and education, and risk communication to promote greater awareness and understanding of drinking water quality and health among community water systems and their customers. This position will lead and evaluate projects to ensure key messages are delivered to target audiences and provide technical assistance to colleagues and other units of government in development of public health messaging.

This position will be required to be in the Freeman office in St. Paul three days per week. This position may also require travel to metro community meetings or events one or two times per month.

Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Three years of experience performing planning and analysis work. A bachelors, masters, or doctoral degree in a field such as public health or Environmental Education or Environmental Health may substitute for one (1) year, eighteen (18) months, or two (2) years of professional experience, respectively. Minimum qualifications to be assessed during the interview:

Writing skills sufficient to prepare and review clear, plain language content that may involve complex, technical information and sensitive issues. Oral communication skills sufficient to present plans and data, facilitate discussions, and communicate technical and sensitive issues to a variety of audiences. Human relations skills sufficient to establish and maintain effective ongoing relationships with the public, key partners, interest groups, and department staff.

Project skills sufficient to identify priorities and coordinate team activities so that essential work is completed in an appropriate and timely manner. Preferred Qualifications Ability to effectively draft and communicate messages to various audiences and competency in risk communication. Experience with computer software for presentations, communications products, graphics, spreadsheets, data analysis, and/or data visualization.

Graphic skills to develop basic icons, infographics, flow charts, info sheets, and presentations. Ability to develop questionnaires and surveys to collect and compile data. Qualitative and quantitative analysis skills sufficient to evaluate program information, summarize and visualize data, and report analysis findings.

Knowledge of practices and principals of environmental health program planning (e.g., the relationship between assessment, policy and planning, and assurance) and core public health functions. Additional Requirements This position requires the successful completion of a background check. 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 job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careersstate.mn.us . For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers . If you have questions about the position, contact Tanya Cimenski at tanya.cimenskistate.mn.us or 651-201-4290 . 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 Tanya Cimenski at tanya.cimenskistate.mn.us . About Health Department The Minnesota Department of Health has been recognized as one of the best public health systems in the nation. MDH offers a comprehensive benefits program to include an employee pension and low-cost health, dental, and vision insurance. In addition, MDH is a qualifying employer for the federal Public Service (student) Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program.

Why Work for Us Diverse Workforce We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota. A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found: 95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency's mission 91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs 88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job 87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule Comprehensive Benefits Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony.

As an employee, your benefits may include: Public pension plan Training and professional development Paid vacation and sick leave 11 paid holidays each year Paid parental leave Low-cost medical and dental coverage Prescription drug coverage Vision coverage Wellness programs and resources Employer paid life insurance Short-term and long-term disability Health care spending and savings accounts Dependent care spending account Tax-deferred compensation Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program 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. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers.

The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply. We will make reasonable accommodations 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 careersstate.mn.us and indicate what assistance is needed.