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Working Title: Rural Health Transformation Program Administrator - State Program Administrator Principal

Job Class: State Program Administrator Principal

Agency: Health Department

+ **Job ID** : 91070

+ **Location** : St. Paul

+ **Telework Eligible** : Yes/Hybrid

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

+ **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited

+ **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers. Bidders will be considered through 12/29/2025.

+ **Date Posted** : 12/24/2025

+ **Closing Date** : 01/02/2026

+ **Hiring Agency** : Health Department

+ **Division/Unit** : Health Policy Division/ Health Care and Workforce Development Unit

+ **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift / 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

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

+ **Travel Required** : Yes - Up to 25% of the time

+ **Salary Range:** $32.40 - $47.76 / hourly; $67,651 - $99,722 / 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 the Office of Rural Health and Primary Care (ORHPC) as a Rural Health Transformation Program Administrator and drive impactful public health initiatives for rural communities. This position administers Rural Health Transformation Program initiatives, with a focus on convening statewide learning communities and other opportunities for stakeholders to learn from each other. The Rural Health Transformation Program Administrator works to ensure that projects effectively contribute to the goal of transforming health care delivery in Minnesota. This role advances the MDH vision for health equity, where all communities are thriving and all people have what they need to be healthy.

Key Responsibilities:

+ Leading and coordinating Rural Health Transformation Program initiatives.

+ Engaging diverse partners to inform, evaluate, and improve Rural Health Transformation Program initiatives.

+ Connecting with colleagues and coordinating Rural Health Transformation Program work across MDH.

+ Managing Rural Health Transformation Program grants.

+ Optimizing program effectiveness through collaboration, planning, and careful implementation.

+ Tracking program outcomes and budgets and ensuring compliance with funding regulations.

This posting will be used to fill two (2) vacancies.

_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._** **_Telework of 50% or more may be allowed based on position needs and location._** **Position locations will be determined by the top candidate and will be based out of one of the following MDH district office locations: St. Paul, St. Cloud, Duluth, Rochester, Mankato, Marshall, Bemidji, Fergus Falls.

Minimum Qualifications

Three (3) years of experience in a public health or similar program engaging external partners and managing budgets.

Minimum Qualifications to be assessed at interview:

+ Ability to successfully manage multiple projects and timelines.

+ Experience and skill in engaging diverse partners, establishing effective working relationships, and building consensus.

+ Excellent spoken and written communication skills sufficient to present complex information to varied audiences.

+ Experience managing grants to organizations.

+ Creativity in solving problems and ability to adapt to changing circumstances.

+ Computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.

+ Understanding of health equity and how to address systemic inequities through policy, programs, and funding.

+ Knowledge of public health issues and health care delivery in rural Minnesota.

Degree Equivalencies:

A degree in Public Health, Public Policy, Health Care Administration, or a related field may count toward experience as follows:

+ Doctorate = 24 months

+ Master's = 18 months

+ Bachelor's = 12 months

+ Associate = 6 months

Preferred Qualifications

+ Quantitative and qualitative analysis skills sufficient to evaluate programs and studies and conduct research.

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

+ Ability to mobilize action to achieve organizational goals and to coach and advise other program staff.

+ Experience analyzing, developing, and recommending public policy.

+ Master's degree in Public Health, Public Administration, Public Policy, or a related field.

Additional Requirements

Successful completion of a criminal background check and employment reference checks.

This employment does not require a valid driver’s license, but it does demand travel, which the candidate will be 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 [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.