**Working Title: Student Worker** **Job Class: Student Worker Para Professional Senior** **Agency: Health Department** + **Job ID** : 83421 + **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** : 01/25/2025 + **Closing Date** : 02/07/2025 + **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Health Department (MDH) + **Division/Unit** : Health Policy / Primary Care and Workforce Programs + **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift / 10 - 20 hours per week between 8:00am - 4:30pm + **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday + **Travel Required** : No + **Salary Range:** $17.58 - $20.58 / hourly + **Classified Status** : Unclassified + **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 207 - American Federation of State, County, & Municipal Employees (AFSCME Technical, Council No. 5) + **Work Area** : Health Policy + **End Date** : 07/01/2026 + **FLSA Status** : Nonexempt + Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : 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. The Minnesota Office of Rural Health and Primary Care is looking for a student worker to join our team! In this role, you will assist with a range of projects aimed at supporting the Office's initiatives. Project responsibilities include: + Collect and analyze key health indicator data in support of a needs assessment + Co-design and administer surveys + Create infographics and maps to illustrate federal health care workforce shortage designations, workforce needs, grant awards, and more + Clean and analyze provider data to assist with managing federal health care workforce shortage designations + Supporting additional research projects as needed This position is eligible for telework to applicants who reside in Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, North Dakota, or South Dakota. Telework eligibility is based on the business needs of the unit and is at supervisor discretion. Position location will be determined by the final candidate and based out of one of the following MDH office locations: St. Paul, St. Cloud, Duluth, Rochester, Mankato, Marshall, Bemidji, Fergus Falls. 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 H-1B sponsorship. **Minimum Qualifications** Completion of at least two years of postsecondary education in one of the following areas: Public health, epidemiology, biostatistics, environmental health, natural or social sciences, public administration or related field. Qualifications that will be assessed during the interview process: + Knowledge of data analysis and data analysis software programs sufficient to perform data collection and create summary reports + Communication skills sufficient to communicate clearly with division leadership and staff + Human relations skills to achieve effective working relationships within the agency and externally **Preferred Qualifications** + Experience with qualitative and quantitative research, coding, and analysis + Knowledge of public health research methods **Additional Requirements** This position requires successful completion of a background and employment reference check. Prior to appointment, candidate must complete an Education Verification Form. 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.