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Working Title: Office of Rural Health and Primary Care (ORHPC) Grants Specialist

Job Class: Grants Specialist

Agency: Health Department

+ **Job ID** : 90976

+ **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. Bidders will be considered through 12/26/2025.

+ **Date Posted** : 12/20/2025

+ **Closing Date** : 12/29/2025

+ **Hiring Agency:** Minnesota Department of Health (MDH)

+ **Division/Unit** : Health Policy / Office of Rural Health and Primary Care

+ **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift / 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

+ **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday

+ **Travel Required** : No

+ **Salary Range:** $25.67 - $37.26 / hourly; $53,598 - $77,798 / annually

+ **Classified Status** : Classified

+ **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 214 - MN 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.

Join a mission-driven team at the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) and contribute to protecting, maintaining, and improving the health of all Minnesotans!

The Office of Rural Health and Primary Care (ORHPC) is looking to hire three detail-oriented Grants Specialists to assist in administering ORHPC’s many grant programs. These Grants Specialists will focus on Rural Health Transformation Program grants.

These Grants Specialists helps to ensure that agency, state and federal policies and standards are upheld; grant funds are properly expended; and grant administration in ORHPC operates effectively and efficiently.

The Grants Specialists contribute to directing resources toward addressing the needs of rural and underserved urban areas and strengthening the health care delivery system in Minnesota. The work of these positions advances the MDH vision for health equity, where all communities are thriving, and all people have what they need to be healthy.

Key responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:

+ Reviewing grantee financial and progress reports.

+ Working with grant managers to review and approve grantee invoices and conduct financial reconciliations.

+ Developing and analyzing financial reports for the supervisor and grant managers.

+ Facilitating the creation and execution of grant contracts, working with MDH legal and finance staff.

+ Maintaining the online grant management portal, Foundant, including creating online application, evaluation and reporting forms.

+ Working with grantees to provide technical assistance and resolve challenges.

This position is currently eligible for up to 50% hybrid telework for applicants residing in Minnesota or a bordering state within 50 miles of the work location.

This posting will be used to fill multiple positions.

Minimum Qualifications

One (1) year of experience conducting financial reconciliations or similar financial monitoring or accounting tasks.

This experience must include skill with spreadsheet software such as Excel.

A degree in public health, health sciences, business, accounting, or a closely related field may substitute for experience as follows:

+ Bachelor's degree = 12 months

+ Associate degree = 6 months

Qualifications to be assessed during the interview process:

+ Excellent attention to detail.

+ Ability to successfully manage multiple projects and timelines.

+ Knowledge of accounting practices and principles.

+ Oral and written communication skills sufficient to present complex information in plain language to varied audiences.

+ Interpersonal skills sufficient to establish collaborative working relationships with colleagues and external partners with varied backgrounds and experiences.

+ Strong problem-solving skills and ability to adapt to changing circumstances.

+ Proficiency using spreadsheet software such as Excel.

+ Experience providing technical assistance to external partners.

Preferred Qualifications

+ Bachelor's degree in public health, health sciences, business, accounting, or related field.

+ Experience reviewing grant or contract financial reports and progress reports.

+ Experience with Foundant or other grant management software.

+ Experience with public sector grants.

+ Knowledge of federal grant policies and procedures for the State of Minnesota.

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 [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.