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Working Title: Lead in Drinking Water Specialist

Job Class: State Program Administrator

Agency: Health Department

+ **Job ID** : 90748

+ **Location** : St. Paul

+ **Telework Eligible** : Yes, up to 50%

+ **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time

+ **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited

+ **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers - bidders will be considered until 12/22/2025.

+ **Date Posted** : 12/16/2025

+ **Closing Date** : 12/30/2025

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

+ **Division/Unit** : Environmental Health (EH) - Drinking Water Protection (DWP)

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

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

+ **Travel Required** : Yes, up to 25% of the time

+ **Salary Range:** $23.98 - $34.69 / hourly; $50,070 - $72,432 / annually

+ **Classified Status** : Classified

+ **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 214 - MN Association of Professional Employees

+ **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.

Are you passionate about public health? Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) is seeking dedicated professionals to make a difference in our communities.

As a State Program Administrator, you will promote Drinking Water Protection (DWP) Section efforts to identify, address, and reduce the presence of lead in drinking water at schools and childcares. Specifically, the Lead in Drinking Water Specialist position will be responsible for implementation of activities promoting and testing and remediation of lead in schools and childcares, and the documentation of such activities as required under Minnesota State law. This includes work to educate facility staff/owners/operators regarding their responsibilities, provide technical assistance, conduct outreach, collaborate in data systems development, review/manage data, and help ensure that Minnesota's schools and childcares meet their obligations in protecting children's health by reducing the presence of lead in drinking water.

Primary responsibilities:

+ Data Management: Process, review, and manage lead testing and remediation data from schools, ensuring accurate submission to MDH and availability in accordance with state law.

+ Outreach & Education: Support awareness and health promotion initiatives under the guidance of the DWP Lead Coordinator, collaborating with senior program staff to provide training and resources to schools, childcares, and partner organizations.

+ Grant Support: Assist with implementation of the State’s lead remediation grant program, supporting efforts to reduce lead exposure in drinking water at schools and childcares.

+ Program Support: Contribute to evolving lead reduction initiatives and assist with other activities aimed at reducing lead in drinking water as program needs change.

This position is based in St. Paul and will have the option of teleworking up to 50% of the time; however, it will be based on the business needs of the unit and is at supervisory discretion.

Minimum Qualifications

_To facilitate proper years of service 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._

One (1) year of experience in environmental health, experience must include:

+ Compiling, reviewing, and analyzing data and writing reports or correspondence.

+ Using database applications and Microsoft Office Suite.

+ Entering and evaluating data using formulas, charts, tables, and spreadsheets.

_Additional Minimum Qualifications to be assessed during the interview:_

+ Ability to clearly explain technical or program-related information about lead in drinking water to a variety of audiences.

+ Demonstrated problem-solving and critical thinking skills in practical work situations.

+ Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, stakeholders, and partners to support program goals.

_An Associate's degree in environmental health, public health, engineering, environmental science, public administration or closely related field may be substituted for six (6) months of experience. A Bachelor's degree in environmental health, public health, engineering, environmental science, public administration or closely related field may be substituted for one (1) year of experience._

Preferred Qualifications

+ Bachelor's or advanced degree in environmental health, public health, engineering, environmental science, or public administration.

+ Working knowledge of environmental science, public health, engineering, water supply, or related subjects sufficient to allow explanation of basics of lead health effects, testing and remediation. Ability to understand complex public health and scientific information related to lead in drinking water in plain language to the public and stakeholders.

+ Ability to establish effective working partnerships within MDH, with staff of other organizations and agencies, with facility owners and operators, and with the general public.

+ Ability to work collaboratively and independently and to take the initiative for work and project planning, demonstrating attention to detail in all work tasks.

+ Familiarity with the federal Safe Drinking Water Act, including the Lead and Copper Rule; as well as state statutes and rules related to lead in drinking water.

+ Ability to conceive and communicate effective ideas for solving complex problems related to lead in drinking water.

Physical Requirements

Ability to collect environmental (drinking water) samples.

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.