Office of American Indian Health (OAIH) Student Worker

Job Description

**Job Details**
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**Working Title: Office of American Indian Health (OAIH) Student Worker**

**Job Class: Student Worker Para Professional Senior**

**Agency: Health Department**

* **Job ID**: 80585
* **Location**: St. Paul
* **Telework Eligible**: Yes
* **Full/Part Time**: Part-Time
* **Regular/Temporary**: Limited
* **Who May Apply**: Open to all qualified job seekers
* **Date Posted**: 10/02/2024
* **Closing Date**: 10/08/2024
* **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit**: Health Department / Health-AFSCME
* **Division/Unit**: Health Protection / OAIH Grants Team
* **Work Shift/Work Hours**: Day shift / 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. with reasonable flexibility
* **Days of Work**: Monday – Friday
* **Travel Required**: Yes – Up to 25% of the time
* **Salary Range:** $19.56 – $23.26 / hourly
* **Classified Status**: Unclassified
* **Bargaining Unit/Union**: 207 – American Federation of State, County, & Municipal Employees (AFSCME Technical, Council No. 5)
* **Work Area**: Health Protection / OAIH Grants Team
* **End Date**: 12/31/2024
* **FLSA Status**: Nonexempt
* Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: No

### **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.

**Job Summary**
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MDH’s Health Equity Bureau has an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as an Office of American Indian Health (OAIH) Student Worker. This student worker position will provide planning and documentation support to the OAIH’s Program Team. This position will support the planning, coordination, and evaluation of OAIH’s culturally based community solutions, including the American Indian Special Emphasis grant program and other related grant programs as provided by the state legislature and other funding sources related to culturally based community solutions. This position will contribute to OAIH’s goals of maintaining strengths-based, community-led, and cultural preservation and revitalization efforts that support well-being among Tribal and American Indian communities and the broader need across MDH programs that serve Tribal and urban American Indian community partners.

This position will have the option of teleworking; applicants must reside in Minnesota. However, it will be based on the business needs of the unit and is at supervisory discretion. Commuting to the St. Paul office and other MDH office locations across the state may be required. This position is part-time and will work 10 hours per week. The specific hours and days of work are flexible within 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. This position is anticipated to last until December 2024, or until the selected candidate completes their educational program, whichever occurs sooner.

To be eligible for appointment as a student worker you must be enrolled in a post-secondary, graduate, or doctoral program. You will be asked to complete an Education Verification form prior to employment.

The successful candidate, under U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations, must be able to accept work in the U.S. by the day employment begins. The agency is unable to offer H1B sponsorship.

**Qualifications**
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### **Minimum Qualifications**

**The following minimum qualifications must be clearly demonstrated on the applicant’s resume/application:**

* Completion of two (2) years of post-secondary education in Public Health or related field(s).

Student Worker Eligibility: To be eligible for appointment as a Student Worker Paraprofessional Senior you must be enrolled in a post-secondary or graduate program or plan to enroll within three months. Students may be “off” for the summer or for one semester/quarter and remain employed as a student worker, but such absences cannot exceed one semester/quarter in a year. If you are enrolled at a credit-granting institution, you must carry at least six semester/nine quarter credits. If enrolled at a non-credit granting institution or one that only offers one credit per class, you must be taking two or more classes per semester/quarter. Any lesser credit (class) load will be treated as a semester/quarter off. Graduate students must be enrolled in at least two courses or making progress on a dissertation. You will be asked to complete an Educational Verification form prior to appointment.

Qualifications to be further assessed during the interview process:

* Strong written and verbal communications skills sufficient to translate project information to a diverse audience of both technical and non-technical stakeholders and related partners.
* Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, public officials, and Tribal Public Health.
* Possess innovative and creative problem-solving skills.
* Ability to work independently and manage time, workload, and priorities without day-to-day supervision of activities.

### **Preferred Qualifications**

* Current enrollment in a Master of Public Health graduate school program.
* Knowledge of the Minnesota Department of Health functions, policies and procedures related to grant-management and finances.
* Knowledge of Tribal Nations and their health systems located within Minnesota boundaries.
* Knowledge of population-based health improvement initiatives that emphasize policies, systems, and environmental changes.

### **Additional Requirements**

This position requires successful completion of a background check and employment reference check.

**Application Details**
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**How to Apply**

Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.

If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation for an interview, you may contact the Department of Health ADA Coordinator at health.hr.ada@state.mn.us.

### **Contact**

If you have questions about this position, contact Megan Baer at megan.baer@state.mn.us

### **About Health Department**

Come work for one of the best public health systems in the nation and you will contribute to our mission to protect, maintain, and improve the health of all Minnesotans. We are working hard to achieve our vision for health equity in Minnesota, where all communities are thriving, and all people have what they need to be healthy. Our collaborative, mission-driven work environment is a major factor in promoting a high level of employee health awareness, employee longevity and job satisfaction.

#### **Working together to improve the state we love.**

What do Minnesota’s State employees have in common?

* A sense of purpose in their work
* Connection with their coworkers and communities
* Opportunities for personal and professional growth

#### **Diverse Workforce**

We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota.

**A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found:**

* 95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency’s mission
* 91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs
* 88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job
* 87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule

#### **Benefits**

As an employee, you’ll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.

#### **Your benefits may include:**

* Paid vacation and sick leave
* 12 paid holidays each year
* Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
+ Fertility care, including IVF
+ Diabetes care
+ Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
* 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
* Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
* Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
* Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
* Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
* Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being

#### **Support to help you reach your career goals:**

* Training, classes, and professional development
* Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)

#### **Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:**

* A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
* Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
* Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care

**Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies** based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

**EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS**

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.

**APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES**

Minnesota state agencies make reasonable accommodations to their employees and applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in searching or applying for jobs with the State of Minnesota, call the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and let us know the support you need.