Working Title: Performance Improvement Coordinator
Job Class: Planning Director State
Agency: Health Department
Job ID : 92986
Location : St. Paul
Telework Eligible : Yes / Hybrid
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : This vacancy is open to all qualified job seekers.
Date Posted : 05/21/2026
Closing Date : 05/27/2026
Hiring Agency: Minnesota Department of Health (MDH)
Division/Unit: Agency Projects and Planning (APP)
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift / 8:00a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $37.26 - $55.42 / hourly; $77,798 - $115,716 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Association of Professional Employees (MAPE)
FLSA Status : Exempt - Administrative
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 POSITION IS BEING REPOSTED. IF YOU ARE A MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH (MDH) EMPLOYEE AND PREVIOUSLY APPLIED TO THIS VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT, YOU DO NOT NEED TO REAPPLY TO BE CONSIDERED. IF YOU ARE NOT A MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH (MDH) EMPLOYEE AND PREVIOUSLY APPLIED TO THIS VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT, YOU WILL NEED TO REAPPLY TO BE CONSIDERED.
Join a mission-drive team with the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH), where your expertise can contribute to protecting, maintaining, and improving the health of all Minnesotans!
This position exists to design and implement strategies that advance organizational performance management and continuous quality improvement across the department so that the department has the infrastructure and culture needed to solve problems, evolve as needed, and drive better outcomes.
Working as a Performance Improvement Planner, you will:
Collaborate with leaders and staff across the department to design and implement strategies that advance organizational performance management and continuous quality improvement so that the department has the infrastructure, culture and capability to solve problems, evolve as needed, and drive better outcomes.
Coordinate the development, implementation and monitoring of MDH's strategic plan so that the department has a useful guide for action and alignment.
Manage improvement projects and respond to requests for technical assistance from across the department that advance department-wide strategies and priorities.
Serve as a lead worker for staff who are implementing activities and managing projects that advance organizational performance management and continuous quality improvement so that work is coordinated and aligned.
In accordance with HR/LR Policy #1422 Telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) , this position is eligible for up to 50% telework for applicants who live in Minnesota or in a bordering state within 50 miles of the assigned work location. Candidates residing outside of Minnesota or in a bordering state within 50 miles of the assigned work location at the time of application must be able to relocate to Minnesota within 30 days of their start date. The telework policy may exempt employees who live more than 50 miles from their primary work location from the 50% in-office requirement, depending on job requirements, helping the State of Minnesota access top talent across the state.
MDH relies heavily on grant funding, in addition to state appropriated dollars. As an agency, we continually monitor funding levels and navigate some degree of uncertainty related to grant cycles and the impact of the grant funding on program priorities.
This position is currently funded and approved to be filled. While the position is funded at this time, future funding is dependent on the continuation of our funding sources. The Minnesota Department of Health works proactively to sustain programs and maintain our workforce, to avoid reductions in force to the very best of our ability. In the event of a loss of funding resulting in a necessary workforce reduction, that process is governed by our collective bargaining agreements and compensation plans.
Minimum Qualifications
To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.
Four (4) years of experience planning, leading or coordinating/managing projects.
Additional qualifications to be assessed during the interview process:
Communication, both oral and written sufficient to mobilize action to achieve organizational goals.
Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with a variety of organizations or groups.
Skill and ability to engage in problem-solving, including the ability to lead others through problem-solving processes.
A related degree may substitute for experience as follows:
Doctorate = 24 months
Master's = 18 months
Bachelor's =12 months
Associate's = 6 months
Preferred Qualifications
Experience using quality improvement tools, techniques, methodologies, training, processes and their application in state, national, or local public health settings.
Knowledge of project management principles and methodologies.
Leadership sufficient to carry out actions while exercising tact, diplomacy and sensitivity to provide clear direction and support to others.
Experience in capturing, analyzing and interpreting performance measurement data.
Experience with strategic planning.
Experience working in a mission driven highly collaborative environment.
Additional Requirements
This position requires successful completion of a background check and employment reference check.
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.
