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Working Title: Education Coordinator

Job Class: Health Educator 2

Agency: Health Department

• Job ID : 80094

• 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 09/19/2024.

• Date Posted : 09/13/2024

• Closing Date : 09/23/2024

• Hiring Agency : Minnesota Department of Health (MDH)

• Division/Unit : Health Systems / Health Policy (HP) Office of Vital Records (OVR) Performance & Security

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift / 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : Yes / Up to 10%

• Salary Range: $27.84 - $40.82 / hourly; $58,129 - $85,232 / 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.

Are you passionate about educating and training professionals? Join the Office of Vital Records (OVR) with the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) as an Education Coordinator where you will take the lead in shaping and advancing our statewide vital records education and outreach initiatives. In this role, you will guide a dedicated team to design, implement, deliver, and evaluate comprehensive training programs that ensure our staff and partners meet legal and operational requirements associated with registering births, deaths, and fetal deaths; and issuing certificates from records with excellence. If you are a detail-oriented leader with a knack for big-picture planning and a commitment to educational excellence, we invite you to apply and make a significant contribution to our statewide vital records system and the Minnesota Father's Adoption Registry.

Primary responsibilities include:

• Lead and coordinate the work of the OVR education and outreach team.

• Develop, implement, and evaluate OVR’s statewide vital records education and outreach services.

• Create, coordinate and present in person and virtual trainings.

• Coordinate and support the needs of the education team to provide timely, targeted outreach and customized training to address and correct facility data collection and reporting challenges, security, data quality concerns, programmatic improvements or goals, and other topics.

• Consult with subject-matter-experts and section leadership to advance and modernize OVR’s educational services and support.

The Office of Vital Records is a hybrid work environment. This position has the option for telework and will require in-person meetings with external partners as well as in-office work at MDH's downtown St. Paul location. Telework will be based on the business needs of the unit and is at supervisory discretion.

Occasional statewide travel (up to 10%) is required to attend conferences, events, meetings, and in person trainings.

Minimum Qualifications

• Two (2) years of experience* planning, creating, and delivering in person and virtual training for adult learners.

• Experience creating and maintaining an outreach plan to engage, inform, and update partners.

• A related master’s degree may substitute for eighteen (18) months of experience; bachelor’s degree may substitute for twelve (12) months of experience; and associate’s degree may substitute for six (6) months of experience.

Qualifications to further be assessed during the interview process:

• Ability to clearly communicate regulations and complex information using plain language, both verbally and in writing, to diverse audiences.

• Proficiency with the latest tools and platforms used in training and development and demonstrated ability to adapt to new technologies and strategies as they emerge.

• Demonstrated ability to effectively track and report on progress and completion of training modules, including using relevant software or tools for monitoring and analytics.

• Knowledge of quality improvement activities to track educational success and identify areas for improvement.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in leading educational initiatives or teams, and a track record of successful project management and strategic planning.

• Experience supporting leadership with data-informed and evidence-based recommendations necessary for strategic planning, modernization, and operation of a high-performing office.

• In-depth knowledge of vital records systems, including familiarity with the MR&C system and related technologies, and experience in implementing compliance and modernization efforts.

• Experience conducting training on government programs, services, and/or procedures.

Physical Requirements

• Transporting signage, handouts, and other conference or promotional materials. A cart is available to assist.

Additional Requirements

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

• 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 careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.