Working Title: Water Policy Center Manager
Job Class: State Program Administrator, Manager
Agency: Health Department
Job ID : 95072
Location : St. Paul
Telework Eligible : Yes
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers.
Date Posted : 07/02/2026
Closing Date : 07/22/2026
Hiring Agency : Health Department
Division/Unit : Health Protection / Environmental Health Water Policy
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift / 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : Yes - Up to 25% of the time
Salary Range: $40.86 - $59.07 / hourly; $85,315 - $123,338 / annually
Bargaining Unit : Managerial/Unrepresented
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.
Join our dynamic team at the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) where your passion for public health can make a tangible impact on the well-being of Minnesotans. MDH is seeking a Water Policy Center Manager in our Environmental Health (EH) Division to support the management of water related programs across the Agency, the legislature, and through stakeholder engagement to enable active advancement of the agency's mission to protect, maintain, and improve the health of all Minnesotans. The incumbent is responsible for facilitating the planning, development, and implementation of plans and projects of MDH programs that support water protection and to communicate goals, objectives, and results of these plans and projects to eternal partners and to the general public. This position also provides policy and communications oversight and advises Agency leadership to support strategic goals and initiatives to ensure the State's drinking water is safe from source to tap and water related programs advance public health practices.
Responsibilities Include:
In collaboration with Agency and Division Leadership, develop, direct, and manage the Agency's Clean Water, Land and Legacy Amendment (CWF) initiatives.
Provide leadership in developing, directing, and managing projects, programs, and communications related to water issues.
Provide leadership in developing and managing Agency policy and new program development communications related to water and public health issues.
Provide leadership, coaching, and supervision to team staff.
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.
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 does not participate in the federal E-Verify program and is unable to sponsor applicants for work visas, including F-1 STEM OPT extensions, and cannot complete Form I-9 or any other documentation requiring employer participation in E-Verify. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application.
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.
Three (3) years of experience in a public health setting which includes:
Providing supervision, work direction, and training to staff.
Water related project and program management, including developing, planning, and implementing goals and initiatives.
Providing expert consultation to leadership teams.
Stakeholder communication and engagement.
AND
Leadership and supervisory experience sufficient to demonstrate the following:
Leading a team of professional staff engaged in program activities.
Staff coaching, mentoring, development, supervision, and team building capability.
Planning, organizing, and directing program functions including prioritizing tasks and delegating work to ensure productivity and quality.
A related degree will substitute for work experience as follows: doctorate degree may substitute for two years of experience; master's degree may substitute for 18 months of experience; bachelor's degree may substitute for one year of experience; associate's degree may substitute for six months of experience. Experience through a related degree does not replace the required water-related program management experience, or the specific minimum qualifications listed above. Applicants must independently demonstrate experience managing water-related programs and providing technical leadership in water issues.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's or advanced degree in public health, public administration, or related field.
Advanced knowledge of policies, practices, and principles as they related to water programs and public health.
Experience managing water related programs with the State of Minnesota.
Additional Requirements
This position requires successful completion of a background check and an employment reference check,
This position does not require a valid driver's license but does require occasional travel, which the candidate is 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.
