Working Title: Statewide Harm Reduction Systems Administrator
Job Class: State Program Administrator Principal
Agency: Health Department
Job ID : 96130
Location : St. Paul
Telework Eligible : Yes / Hybrid 50%
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers. Bidders will be considered through 8/18/2026.
Date Posted : 08/12/2026
Closing Date : 08/26/2026
Hiring Agency : MN Health Department
Division/Unit : Health Improvement / Injury Prevention and Mental Health - Over Dose Prevention Unit
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift / 8:00 A.M. - 4:30 P.M.
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : Yes - Up to 25% of the time
Salary Range: $32.97 - $48.60 / hourly; $68,841 - $101,476 / 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.
This position provides statewide leadership, coordination, and technical assistance for statewide systems-level overdose prevention efforts within the Overdose Prevention Unit, with a focus on overdose prevention systems, Overdose Fatality Reviews, Recovery Friendly Workplaces, and coordination with state and community partners to support naloxone access and overdose prevention infrastructure. The position works across public health, healthcare, community-based, recovery, and public safety systems to strengthen statewide overdose prevention coordination, improve access to life-saving resources, and support implementation of state and federally funded overdose prevention initiatives.
In collaboration with the division grants and contracts coordinator and finance coordinator, the position supports unit-wide grant coordination infrastructure and operational grant management processes. Responsibilities include coordination of grant monitoring activities, technical assistance, onboarding and training support, grant management documentation systems, site visit coordination, and implementation of grant administration standards to support consistency, accountability, compliance, and continuous quality improvement across overdose prevention grants and contracts.
Primary responsibilities include:
Lead grant contract management and oversight for assigned overdose prevention grants and contracts.
Coordinate grant management systems, training, and unit practices.
Lead statewide sustainability and coordination efforts related to naloxone access technical assistance, standing order coordination, Recovery Friendly Workplace initiatives, strategic linkage-to-care activities, overdose prevention systems, and workforce stabilization efforts requiring cross-sector collaboration.
Manage grant and contract development, administration, compliance, and sustainability activities for assigned overdose prevention initiatives.
In accordance with HR/LR Policy #1422 Telework, 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 further than 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.
Minimum Qualifications
Three (3) years of experience in public health, healthcare, government, nonprofit, grants management, program administration, project management, or a related field that includes all of the following:
Experience managing grants, contracts, or other funded programs, including monitoring budgets, invoices, work plans, deliverables, reporting requirements, and compliance with applicable state, federal, or organizational requirements.
Experience coordinating or leading complex projects, programs, or initiatives, including implementation planning, developing processes or guidance, tracking progress, and ensuring project goals and timelines are met.
Experience providing consultation, technical assistance, or program support to internal or external stakeholders on program implementation, grant administration, policy, compliance, or operational practices.
Experience developing and maintaining collaborative partnerships with internal and external stakeholders to advance organizational, community, or public health initiatives.
Experience evaluating program, operational, or compliance issues and implementing process improvements or corrective actions to strengthen program effectiveness, accountability, or continuous quality improvement.
A related degree in public health, public administration, business administration, health administration, healthcare administration, nonprofit management, project management, public policy, health sciences, community health, social work, human services, or another closely related field will substitute for experience as follows:
Doctorate or J.D. may substitute for two (2) years of experience.
A master's degree may substitute for eighteen (18) months of experience.
A bachelor's degree may substitute for one (1) year of experience.
An associate's degree may substitute for six (6) months of experience.
Minimum qualifications to be assessed at interview:
Demonstrated ability to build and maintain collaborative working relationships with diverse internal and external stakeholders to achieve shared goals and advance complex initiatives.
Demonstrated communication and facilitation skills, including the ability to communicate complex information clearly, provide technical assistance, facilitate meetings, and engage diverse audiences.
Demonstrated organizational and project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities, balance competing deadlines, and adapt to changing program needs while maintaining high-quality work.
Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving skills, including the ability to analyze complex issues, exercise sound judgment, and develop practical, strategic solutions.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience managing federal or state public health grants or contracts, including grant development, fiscal monitoring, compliance, reporting, and technical assistance.
Experience working in substance use prevention, overdose prevention, harm reduction, recovery, behavioral health, or another closely related public health program area.
Experience leading or coordinating statewide, regional, or cross-sector initiatives involving public health agencies, healthcare systems, Tribal governments, community-based organizations, employers, or other external partners.
Experience developing or implementing systems-level improvements, policies, strategic initiatives, or continuous quality improvement efforts that strengthened programs, partnerships, or service delivery.
Experience developing, writing, or contributing to competitive state or federal grant applications, continuation applications, funding proposals, or other grant related funding requests.
Additional Requirements
This position requires successful completion of a background check and employment reference check.
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.
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.
