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Health System Performance Planner - Planner Principal State

State of Minnesota • Brooklyn Park, MN • 2h ago

Working Title: Health System Performance Planner

Job Class: Planner Principal State

Agency: Health Department

Job ID : 96963

Location : Various

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 : 09/10/2026

Closing Date : 09/16/2026

Hiring Agency : Minnesota Department of Health

Division/Unit : Public Health Strategy and Partnership (PHSP) / System Transformation Unit

Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift / 8:00am - 4:30pm

Days of Work : Monday - Friday

Travel Required : No

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

Re-Posting : Yes

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.

The Center for Public Health Practice within the Public Health Strategic Partnerships Division is seeking a dedicated professional to lead efforts in strengthening Minnesota's public health system. The person in this role will develop, coordinate, and manage projects focused on transforming and improving the system's responsiveness, performance, and accountability. Using collaborative, co-creative methods, they will engage with state, local, and Tribal partners to measure, monitor, and enhance system performance. The position involves working with diverse stakeholders, analyzing data, facilitating workgroups, and providing strategic recommendations to advance a seamless and equitable public health system.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead System Transformation projects

Facilitate strategic Workgroups

Develop and communicate strategic plans

Support system performance monitoring

Respond to public health emergencies

This position is hybrid (telework based out of the new hires home office and their nearest MDH district office). The location of this position will be determined by the top candidate. MDH district office locations include St. Paul, St. Cloud, Duluth, Rochester, Bemidji, Fergus Falls and Mankato. Commuting to the St. Paul office and other MDH office locations across the state may be required. Reimbursement for authorized business travel expenses is provided according to bargaining unit guidelines.

Minimum Qualifications

To fa cilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates thebeginning and ending month and year for each job held.

Three (3) years of experience in managing public health performance or quality improvement projects, including:

Experience in project management and working with public health agencies or local health departments.

Experience with performance measurement, analyzing data, and quality improvement.

Experience preparing reports, presentations, and facilitating meetings.

Experience working for Government State, Local or Tribal Public Health.

Qualifications to be further be assessed during the interview process:

Familiarity with performance improvement tools and strategies.

Understanding of public health reporting requirements.

Ability to include fairness and equity principles in public health work.

Communication skills that allow clear reporting, presenting and leading.

Knowledge of federal and state laws that relate to public health programs.

Ability to adapt quickly and effectively to changing situations and complex challenges in a fast-paced environment.

Educational Equivalencies:

A bachelor's degree may substitute for one (1) year of experience. An associate's degree may substitute for six months of experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working with local public health agencies and diverse community partners is preferred.

A master's degree in public health, Public Administration, Community Health, Environmental Health, or a related field.

KnowledgeoftheMinnesotaDepartment ofHealthfunctions,policies,andprocedures.

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.

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