Drug Overdose Prevention Unit Supervisor / Health Program Representative Principal

Job Details

Working Title: Drug Overdose Prevention Unit Supervisor
Job Class: Health Program Representative Principal
Agency: Health Department

• Job ID: 79238
• Location: St. Paul
• Telework Eligible: Yes
• Full/Part Time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
• Who May Apply: This vacancy is open for consideration and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Consideration for supervisors in the same classification will occur through 08/27/2024.
• Date Posted: 08/21/2024
• Closing Date: 09/10/2024
• Hiring Agency: Health Department
• Division/Unit: Health Promotion & Chronic Disease Division/ Drug Overdose Prevention Unit
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift / 8:00am-4:30pm
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: Yes - Up to 25% of the time
• Salary Range: $40.48 - $58.20 / hourly; $84,522 - $121,521 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 216 - Middle Management Association/MMA
• FLSA Status: Exempt - Executive
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities : Yes

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 Drug Overdose Prevention Unit within the Injury & Violence Prevention Section (IVPS) is adding a Drug Overdose Prevention Unit Supervisor to their team! This position provides administrative and operational direction for the Drug Overdose Prevention Unit. This work includes leading, designing, implementing, and evaluating programs and policies intended to prevent or reduce the risk for death by overdose of drugs, including alcohol. Overdose deaths and non-fatal overdose events have a constellation of shared risk and protective factors to be explored and addressed by the incumbent and staff members. This work intersects across the section, Division and Agency, and with other local, state and federal partners.

Primary Job Responsibilities:

• Provide day-to-day administration and monitoring of state and federal program activities and budgets in the Drug Overdose Prevention Unit of the IVPS.
• Participate in community engagement efforts including coalition building, culturally specific initiatives, and other prevention efforts and collaborate with community in culturally appropriate strategies to prevent overdose.
• Strategically plan and partner with all IVPS Units including Suicide Prevention, Violence Prevention Programs, and Substance Use Prevention Programs, to ensure programming and activities are developed and implemented along the continuum of prevention.
• Work closely with the extensive epidemiology teams focusing on social epidemiology, drug use, and injury and violence prevention to ensure data-informed action and prioritization of populations bearing disproportionate risk of substance use-related harm.
• Monitor the development and processing of grant applications, contract and grant agreements.
• Assist in policy advisement and development for the Injury and Violence Prevention Section.

This position is eligible for telework to 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 one of the following MDH district office locations: St. Paul, St. Cloud, Duluth, Rochester, Marshall, Mankato, Bemidji, Fergus Falls.

Occasional travel to in-person meetings is expected. Reimbursement for authorized business travel expenses is provided according to bargaining unit guidelines.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure your resume/application clearly describe your experience in the areas listed below and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held. Only applicants whose resumes clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of the minimum qualifications will be considered for this position.

Four (4) years of experience leading a comprehensive public health program in the field of overdose prevention. Experience to include all of the following:

• Project management.
• Strategic planning and budgeting.
• Designing, implementing, and evaluating community-based overdose prevention programs, policies, and community engagement.
• Experience with communities disproportionately impacted by overdose.

AND

Demonstrated experience in one or more of the following:

• Experience as a supervisor, lead worker, team lead, project lead.
• Completion of a State of Minnesota leadership program (e.g., ELI, L4, Everyday Leaders)
• Completion of a similar or equivalent leadership development program through another organization.
• A paid or unpaid position leading a program or chairing a committee, such as an Employee Resource Group (ERG). This experience must include 1+ years identifying issues, goals and strategic actions, AND 100+ hour per year time commitment.

A degree in public health, environmental health, counseling, psychology, sociology, or related program may count towards professional experience as follows:

• Bachelor's = 12 months
• Master's = 18 months
• Doctoral = 24 months

Abilities, skills, and knowledge to be assessed at interview:

• Written and verbal communication skill sufficient to present and disseminate information in a clear manner and provide professional consultation.
• Ability to evaluate programmatic activities sufficient to develop a program evaluation plan and collect necessary reporting data.
• Interpersonal skills sufficient to manage conflict in a collaborative way reaching mutually acceptable positive solutions.
• Knowledge of and commitment to health equity.
• Ability to use data to inform action.
• Ability to successfully manage grants, contracts, and budgets.

Preferred Qualifications

• Lived experience around substance use and/or drug overdose.
• Master's degree in public health, environmental health, counseling, psychology, sociology, or closely related field.
• Five or more years of working experience leading a team in a public health setting.

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.
• The successful candidate under U.S. Citizen and Immigration Services regulations must be able to accept work in the U.S. by the day employment begins. The 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 job information line 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 Katelyn Rigdon at katelyn.rigdon@state.mn.us or 651-539-3036 .

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 Katelyn Rigdon at katelyn.rigdon@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.

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 job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and let us know the support you need.