Working Title: Evaluator
Job Class: Health Care Program Investigator
Agency: Health Department
Job ID : 92579
Location : St. Paul
Telework Eligible : Yes / Hybrid
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : This vacancy is open for bids and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously.
Date Posted : 03/04/2026
Closing Date : 03/10/2026
Hiring Agency: Minnesota Department of Health (MDH)
Division/Unit : Health Regulation / Health Occupation Program
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift / 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : Yes - Up to 75% of the time
Salary Range: $28.26 - $41.43 / hourly; $59,006 - $86,505 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - Minnesota Association of Professional Employees (MAPE)
FLSA Status : Nonexempt
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.
Are you passionate about ensuring the safety and well-being of the public?
The Health Occupation Program of the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) is seeking dedicated professionals to join our team as Investigators. In this vital role, you will help regulate practitioners of various allied healthcare fields-such as speech language pathologists, audiologists, hearing instrument dispensers, body art technicians and establishments, and providers at temporary events and unlicensed alternative health practices.
As an Investigator, you will play a key role in protecting public health by thoroughly investigating complaints, evaluating evidence, and recommending appropriate disciplinary actions. You will also negotiate settlements and enforce regulations to ensure practitioners meet professional standards and provide safe, competent services.
Key Responsibilities:
Receive, evaluate, and investigate written and oral complaints to determine if violations of state or federal laws and regulations have occurred.
Conduct interviews with practitioners and witnesses to gather evidence.
Analyze evidence to make disciplinary determinations and monitor compliance.
Perform inspections of body art establishments and temporary events across the state, including overnight travel.
Participate in advisory councils and provide technical assistance to internal teams and external stakeholders.
Contribute to quality improvement initiatives to enhance investigation, inspection, and enforcement procedures.
If you are committed to protecting public health, ensuring compliance, and working in a collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply. Join us in making a difference by upholding the integrity and safety of healthcare professions!
This position is currently eligibility for up to 25% hybrid telework for applicants residing in Minnesota, or a bordering state within 50 miles of the work location. Position will be filled in one of the following MDH District Office locations based on the top candidate: St. Paul, St. Cloud, Duluth, Rochester, Marshall, Bemidji, Fergus Falls, Mankato.
Candidates must be available for overnight travel. Reimbursement for authorized business travel expenses is provided according to bargaining unit guidelines. A State vehicle is provided to conduct inspections and investigations.
Most hours of work are between 8:00am - 4:30pm, Monday - Friday with occasional overtime that may occur with little advance notice, candidates must be available for occasional weekend work and overnight travel.
Minimum Qualifications
To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.
Three (3) years of professional experience involving regulatory compliance inspections and/or investigations relating to health care, civil, criminal, insurance or fraud procedures and/or guidelines.
A degree in social work, psychology, criminal justice, healthcare administration, public policy or closely related degree will substitute for experience as follows:
Master's Degree - 18 months
Bachelor's Degree - One year (12 months)
Associate's degree - 6 months
Additional qualifications to be assessed during the interview process:
Human relations and problem-solving skills to achieve effective working relationships with business owners and technicians being studied.
Communications skills sufficient to communicate clearly with division leadership, community partners and individuals/businesses we regulate.
Preferred Qualifications
One (1) year of experience in the area of regulatory compliance.
Paralegal or investigator experience working with civil investigation techniques and/or investigating sexual misconduct and boundaries violations.
Experience managing multiple projects or case management.
Experience reviewing and understanding State and/or federal laws, rules, and regulations.
Experience analyzing data and determining its relevance.
Additional Requirements
This position requires successful completion of a background and 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.
