**Working Title: Project and Planning Analyst** **Job Class: State Program Administrator** **Agency: Health Department** + **Job ID** : 91884 + **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. + **Date Posted** : 02/03/2026 + **Closing Date** : 02/09/2026 + **Hiring Agency:** Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) + **Division/Unit** : Agency Planning and Projects / Business Innovation & Support + **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift / 8:00a.m. - 4:30 p.m. + **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday + **Travel Required** : No + **Salary Range:** $23.98 - $34.69 / hourly; $50,070 - $72,432 / 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 our dynamic team at the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) where your expertise meets our commitment to protecting, maintaining, and improving the health of all Minnesotans! This position exists to provide program administrative work to support the Agency Projects and Planning (APP) Division of the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH). The incumbent will assist the Division with research, reviewing and editing of policies, performing data entry, data management, quantitative and qualitative data analysis, program evaluation, and development of materials in addition to supporting general functions of the APP Division. Working as a Policy and Planning Analyst, you will: + Review and edit policies, procedures and standards, recommend changes, and assist in consolidating information, ensuring adherence to compliance requirements and presenting it in a meaningful way. + Develop expertise in existing and new technologies (M365 applications, BWL, Smartsheet etc.) and features on agency wide applications, support user adoption and roll out, enhance user experience, and address barriers to user adoption. + Review and analyze large and ongoing reports and apply information into work being done on the public health infrastructure. + Assist and provide input and insights to enhance efficiency and effectiveness on requests received from partners withing the agency. + Assist with projects and lead small to medium sized projects to improve efficiency and engagement service (such as support in building communities or practice, provide suggestions on building equitable processes and procedures, template and training). + Perform support functions as directed by supervisor including review, filing and records managements and assist in editing documents. + Research issues so that the agency is provided with information and data to support its programmatic goals and functions. **The** Telework Policy (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) **exempts employees who live more than 50 miles from their primary work location from the 50% in-office requirement to help the State of Minnesota benefit from top talent in every corner of 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._ At least 12 months of experience researching, reviewing or editing policies, performing data entry, data management, quantitative and qualitative data analysis, program evaluation or development of materials. A related degree may substitute for experience as follows: + Master's = 18 months + Bachelor's =12 months + Associate's = 6 months **Additional qualifications to be assessed during the interview process:** + Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships. + Ability to understand and effectively carry out oral and written instructions. + Ability to plan and organize workload efficiently and effectively to meet required deadlines. + Ability to implement unexpected changes in priorities with minimal difficulty. + Ability to work independently for long periods of time, and to be self-motivated. **Preferred Qualifications** + Experience using M365 applications, BWL or Smartsheet. + Experience reviewing and analyzing large reports. + Knowledge of, or experience with Public Health. + Project Management Experience. **Additional Requirements** This position requires successful completion of a background check and employment reference check. 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.