Telework Eligible: Yes / Hybrid

Working Title: Emergency Preparedness & Response Assistant Division Director Job Class: Health Assistant Division Director Agency: Health Department

Job ID: 97797

Location: St. Paul

Telework Eligible: Yes / Hybrid

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Regular/Temporary: Unlimited

Who May Apply: This vacancy is open to all qualified job seekers

Date Posted: 10/17/2026

Closing Date: 11/06/2026

Hiring Agency: Minnesota Department of Health (MDH)

Division/Unit: Emergency Preparedness and Response / Director's Office

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

Days of Work: Monday - Friday

Travel Required: Yes, up to 25%

Salary Range: $51.89 - $74.31 / hourly; $108,346 - $155,159 / annually

Classified Status: Classified

Bargaining Unit/Union: 220 - Managerial

FLSA Status: Exempt - Executive

Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: 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 Emergency Preparedness and Response (EPR) Division at the Minnesota Department of Health and help ensure Minnesota’s ability to prepare for, respond to, and recover from public health emergencies.

The Assistant Division Director provides high-level policy, operational, and administrative leadership for the EPR Division. In collaboration with the Division Director,



this position guides strategic planning, policy development, cross-division and cross-agency collaboration, budget development and oversight, workforce development, performance management, and emergency response readiness. The role also leads efforts to build an inclusive, equitable, and respectful workplace culture.

This position has a statewide scope and works closely with local and tribal health departments, healthcare coalitions, federal partners, state agencies, legislators, and MDH executive leadership. The incumbent also represents the division in enterprise-level operations, legislative processes, and emergency response activities, including acting as liaison to Continuity of Operations (COOP).

Key Responsibilities Of This Position

Provide strategic direction for the division and set clear priorities.

Build strong partnerships with internal teams and external agencies.

Lead and support staff, including coaching and performance management.

Oversee budgets, grants, and operations to ensure accountability and proper use of funds.

Ensure the division is prepared for and able to respond effectively to public health emergencies.

In accordance with HR/LR Policy #1422 Telework, this position is eligible for up to 50% telework for applicants who live in Minnesota or in a bordering state within 50 miles of the assigned work location.



The telework policy may exempt employees who live more than 50 miles from their primary work location from the 50% in-office requirement, depending on job requirements, helping the State of Minnesota access top talent across the state.

Minimum Qualifications To facilitate proper 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.

Four (4) years of experience providing policy, operational, or administrative direction, management, or oversight in a public health, emergency management, healthcare, government, or comparable organizational setting.

This Experience Must Include Demonstrated Leadership, Such As

Direct supervisory experience, OR

Serving as a team lead, lead worker, or project lead (as defined), OR

Completion of the Emerging Leaders Institute (ELI), Senior Leadership Institute (SLI), or an equivalent leadership development program, OR

Leading a formal organizational program, workgroup, or committee for at least 1 year at 100+ hours per year, which included identifying issues, goals, and strategic actions.

Qualifications To Be Assessed During The Interview Process

Ability to communicate effectively in meetings, virtually, and in high-stakes or cross-agency situations.

Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with internal and external partners, including communities disproportionately affected by emergencies.

Ability to lead and develop others, including giving transparent direction, coaching, feedback, and supporting an inclusive and equ

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