Public Health Pathways Program Associate

Position Description

This branch of Public Health Pathways Program is a yearlong opportunity to gain experience in a unit of the Minneapolis Health Department and will cover costs to expand their knowledge of public health through training and education. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds, with diverse educational paths and experiences, to apply. We want to emphasis that this position is not solely for those with higher education.

A Public Health Pathways Program Associate is responsible for supporting an assigned Minneapolis Health Department supervisor or staff, performing in support of department goals and to improve public health services. They will also be responsible for taking professional development trainings or education to strengthen their public health knowledge.

This position aims to provide individuals with the ability to gain knowledge, skills, and attributions associated with working in the Minneapolis Health Department. This position gives the opportunity to gain public health experience, provide opportunities for professional growth, and meaningful networking.

* You are not required to have a degree in Public Health or any previous public health experience.

** A Resume is required to be considered for this position.

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position is grant-funded with funding secured through 2027; additional funding upon expiration of the grant will be sought but is not guaranteed.

If you would like to know more about this position, please attend the informational session on Thursday, September 10 from 1:00
-1:45 p.m.

Link to meeting:

The City of Minneapolis does not sponsor applicants for work visas.

• Assist assigned Health Department Supervisor while being trained in on their field of work

• Under supervision, assist in enforcement of City ordinances and Federal regulations.
• Collaborate with supervisor to complete assigned projects and tasks, ensuring quality and timeliness.
• Take part in regular check-ins with supervisor to discuss progress, challenges, and goals.
• Data entry and record keeping
• Investigate and troubleshoot issues, report on findings.
• Conduct research into assigned topics and prepare reports for supervisory review and approval.
• Develop an understanding of local, state, and federal public health laws, regulations, and best practices.
• Respond to the residents and provide customer service in person, over the phone, or via email.
• Work with internal and external agencies to ensure City's public health goals are being met.
• Take part in special projects that support departmental priorities and strategic initiatives
• Support community engagement activities and public health education initiatives.
• Show professionalism, accountability, and commitment to continuous learning.
• Build professional skills in communication, project management, teamwork, and problem-solving through assigned projects and mentorship.
• Complete a capstone project, final report, or presentation summarizing accomplishments and recommendations.
• Attend all scheduled division and department meetings.
• Attend and take part in all training sessions.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Combination of office, hybrid, and field work

Completion of one year of College Course Work or Equivalent

N/A

An equivalent combination of 1 years of knowledge, skills, experience and interest to meet the minimum qualifications.

Must be able to commit to a part-time schedule of approximately
29hours per week fora year.

The selection process will consist of one or more of the following steps: a rating of relevant education and experience (100%). It is important that your application shows all the relevant…