Working Title: Program Supervisor - Planning Supervisor State
Job Class: Planning Supervisor State
Agency: Health Department
Job ID : 91791
Location : St. Paul
Telework Eligible : Yes / Hybrid
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers. Bidders will be considered through 02/06/2026.
Date Posted : 01/31/2026
Closing Date : 02/20/2026
Hiring Agency : Health Department
Division : Office of African American Health
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift / 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : Yes - Up to 25% of the time
Salary Range: $34.11 - $49.39 / hourly; $71,221 - $103,126 / 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 (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : 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.
This Program Supervisor will provide strategic guidance, oversight, and leadership for grant administration activities within the Office of African American Health (OAAH) at the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH). Operating with a high level of independence, the role is responsible for ensuring effective grant administration, programmatic and fiscal compliance, and continuous improvement across OAAH grant programs. The Program Supervisor oversees OAAH's grant portfolio to ensure alignment with statutory responsibilities, program goals, and equity-centered grantmaking practices that address health disparities impacting African American communities in Minnesota.
Key Responsibilities:
Supervising grant managers and accountability for managing the full grants compliance lifecycle, including solicitation, contracting, monitoring, reporting, and closeout.
Leading the request for proposal (RFP) process for OAAH funding initiatives, including the Pathways to Black Health (PBH) program, and supporting transparent, equitable engagement with community partners.
Provide grants leadership and coordination across MDH, community-based organizations, and advisory structures, including serving as the liaison to the African American Health State Advisory Council (AAHSAC).
The telework policy exempts employees who live more than 50 miles from their primary work location from the 50% in-office requirement to help the State of Minnesota benefit from top talent in every corner of the state.
Minimum Qualifications
The applicant's resume/application must clearly demonstrate the following minimum qualifications to be considered for this position.
Three (3) years of experience grants management, program administration, or public health program oversight. Experience must include demonstrated leadership experience.
Demonstrated leadership experience may include:
Experience as a supervisor, lead workers, 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/year time commitment.
Minimum Qualifications to be assessed at interview:
Knowledge of public sector grants management, including RFP development, contracting, fiscal and programmatic monitoring, reporting, closeout, and audit readiness.
Skill in managing complex workflows and ensuring compliance with state, federal, and agency grants policies and requirements.
Ability to work effectively with advisory councils, partners, stakeholders, and community-based organizations, including supporting statutory or required reporting.
Ability to plan, coordinate, and implement equitable and transparent grant solicitation and award processes.
Knowledge of health equity principles and the structural factors affecting African American health, and ability to apply these principles to grantmaking practices.
Degree Equivalencies
A related doctorate degree may substitute for two (2) years of experience, a related master's degree may substitute for eighteen (18) months of experience; a related bachelor's degree may substitute for twelve (12) months of experience; and a related associate's degree may substitute for six (6) months of experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in grants management, program administration, or public health program oversight in a governmental or public health setting.
Advanced knowledge of state government operations, including procurement, grants administration systems, fiscal oversight, and interagency coordination.
Demonstrated commitment to equity, accountability, and responsible stewardship of public resources.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to establish effective working relationships across MDH divisions, state agencies, and external partners.
Additional Requirements
This position requires successful completion of a background check and employment reference check.
This employment does not require a valid driver's license, but it does demand travel, which the candidate will be responsible for meeting.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota 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.
