Working Title: Health Informatics Supervisor
Job Class: Research Scientist Supervisor 2
Agency: Health Department

• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 05/06/2023
• Closing Date: 05/30/2023
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Health Department / Health-MMA
• Division/Unit: Public Health Laboratory / Infectious Dis Lab Section
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift / 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: Yes - Up to 25% of the time
• Salary Range: $36.72 - $52.79 / hourly; $76,671 - $110,225 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 216 - Middle Management Association/MMA
• FLSA Status: Exempt - Executive
• Telework Eligible: No
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.

The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.

The Public Health Laboratory is seeking to fill a supervisory position responsible for the Health Informatics Unit in its Infectious Disease Laboratory (IDL) section. The position will supervise five full-time and one part-time staff members who support the Laboratory Information System (LIS). This position helps to guide and implement process improvements with regards to the LIS and electronic messaging of laboratory data. This position will work closely with staff from Minnesota Information Technology to ensure that the Laboratory Information System and other health informatics systems are developed in accordance with MDH, industry and CDC standards, and will ensure that electronic security standards are maintained. Occasional weekend or after-hours work may be required. This position works is an integral part of the Infectious Disease Laboratory leadership team and will work in close collaboration with all IDL units. All positions within the MDH Public Health Lab work to increase awareness, learning and understanding of diversity, equity and inclusion, and actively engage in activities to promote an inclusive work environment for all.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in public health, health care information technology, computer science, or related area
• 3 years of experience with database management, statistical analysis, and/or systems programming (SQL, R, and/or Python)
• Experience as a supervisor, team lead, lead worker, project lead OR completion of a State leadership development program, such as Emerging Leaders Institute (ELI) or Senior Leadership Institute (SLI)

Experience must be clearly stated on your resume to be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of laboratory operations and testing in a clinical or public health laboratory.
• Knowledge of health information standards such as HL7, LOINC, and SNOMED.
• Ability to quickly analyze problems, determine appropriate level of intervention, and develop and apply effective solutions.
• Strong knowledge of clinical informatics analytics, controlled terminology, clinical workflows, and user interface optimization.
• Experience working with a public health disease surveillance system.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate productively, work in a team environment, and to train and support clinical informatics users at all professional and technical levels.
• Project management experience on a large, complex public health information system.
• Experience working with IT technical staff to support large applications.

Additional Requirements

This position requires successful completion of a background check.

How to Apply

Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line 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 have questions about the position, contact Elizabeth Huckins at elizabeth.huckins@state.mn.us or 651-201-5609.

To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Elizabeth Huckins at elizabeth.huckins@state.mn.us.

About Health Department

Our mission is protecting, maintaining and improving the health of all Minnesotans. Our vision is for health equity in Minnesota, where all communities are thriving and all people have what they need to be healthy.

Why Work for Us

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

Comprehensive Benefits

Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:

• Public pension plan
• Training and professional development
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 11 paid holidays each year
• Paid parental leave
• Low-cost medical and dental coverage
• Prescription drug coverage
• Vision coverage
• Wellness programs and resources
• Employer paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Health care spending and savings accounts
• Dependent care spending account
• Tax-deferred compensation
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

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.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

We will make reasonable accommodations 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 and indicate what assistance is needed.