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Working Title: Human Resources Occupational Health Supervisor - State Prog Admin Supervisor
Job Class: State Program Administrator, Supervisor
Agency: Human Services Dept

• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 01/20/2023
• Closing Date: 02/02/2023
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Human Services Dept / DHS Central Office MMA
• Division/Unit: DHS-Central Office / Hum Res DCT Occ Hlth Staff
• Work Shift: Day Shift
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $24.34 - $35.34 / hourly; $50,821 - $73,789 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 216 - Middle Management Association/MMA
• FLSA Status: Exempt - Executive
• Telework Eligible: Yes
• 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.

**This is a telework position but may require occasional visits to the office for meetings**

As the Occupational Health Supervisor you will supervise HR Operations staff supporting the Direct Care and Treatment (DCT) HR Operations and Occupational Health functions. In this position you will:

• Function as the Occupational Health HR liaison with internal and external stakeholders.
• Coordinate, implement, administer, track, analyze data, develop and provide reports on DCT’s occupational health operations including testing, screening, risk assessment, tracking and compliance with policies, mandates and/or directives.
• Partner with Executive Leadership, HR team members and other stakeholders to recruit and retain a talented and qualified workforce dedicated to the mission, core values, and beliefs of DHS, as well as the Agency strategic plan and also manage Labor Relations and performance standards within DCT as related to Occupational Health, with support from the Human Resources Occupational Health Director.

Minimum Qualifications

1 year experience with research in the occupational health field. Experience must demonstrate:

• Working with proof of vaccination and testing processes, procedures and documents.
• Proficiency with databases, spreadsheets, word processing, querying existing information and running reports.
• Collecting information/data; auditing and verifying the accuracy of the data.

Preferred Qualifications

• Supervisory experience
• Experience reviewing and/or drafting policy language
• Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.
• Human Resources experience
• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively

Additional Requirements

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.
REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS - The Department of Human Services will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.

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 Tonika Shobe at tonika.shobe@state.mn.us or 651-431-3013.

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 Tonika Shobe at tonika.shobe@state.mn.us.

About Human Services Dept

DHS operates a highly specialized behavioral health care system that serves people with mental illness, substance abuse disorders, and developmental and intellectual disabilities. This includes psychiatric hospitals and other inpatient mental health treatment facilities; inpatient substance abuse treatment facilities; dental clinics, group homes, vocational sites, and sex offender treatment facilities.

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
• 12 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.