Systems Improvement Planner, Planner Principal State
Listed on 2026-08-14
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Working Title:
Systems Improvement Planner, Planner Principal State
Job Class:
Planner Principal State
- Job
- Location:
St. Paul - Full/Part Time:
Full-Time - Regular/Temporary:
Unlimited - Who May Apply:
Open to all qualified job seekers - Date Posted: 08/06/2026
- Closing Date: 08/19/2026
- Division/Unit:
Health Improvement / Health Promotion and Chronic Disease
- Center for Health Promotion, Cardiovascular Health Stroke Staff - Work Shift/
Work Hours:
Day Shift / 8:00 A.M - 4:30 P.M. - Days of Work:
Monday
- Friday - Travel Required:
Yes
- Up to 25% of the time - Salary Range: $32.97 - $48.60 / hourly; $68,841 - $101,477 / annually
- Job Class Option:
Health Promotion - Classified Status:
Classified - Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Association of Professional Employees
- FLSA Status:
Nonexempt - Re-Posting:
Yes - Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities:
Yes
Working Title:
Systems Improvement Planner, Planner Principal State
Job Class:
Planner Principal State
Agency:
Health Department
- Job
- Location:
St. Paul - Telework Eligible:
Yes / Hybrid 50% - Full/Part Time:
Full-Time - Regular/Temporary:
Unlimited - Who May Apply:
Open to all qualified job seekers - Posted Date: 08/06/2026
- Closing Date: 08/19/2026
- Hiring Agency:
Minnesota Health Department - Division/Unit:
Health Improvement / Health Promotion and Chronic Disease
- Center for Health Promotion, Cardiovascular Health Stroke Staff - Work Shift/
Work Hours:
Day Shift / 8:00 A.M - 4:30 P.M. - Days of Work:
Monday
- Friday - Travel Required:
Yes
- Up to 25% of the time - Salary Range: $32.97 - $48.60 / hourly; $68,841 - $101,477 / annually
- Job Class Option:
Health Promotion - Classified Status:
Classified - Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Association of Professional Employees
- FLSA Status:
Nonexempt - Re-Posting:
Yes - Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities:
Yes
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.
THIS POSITION IS BEING REPOSTED. IF YOU PREVIOUSLY APPLIED TO THIS VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT, YOU DO NOT NEED TO REAPPLY TO BE CONSIDERED
This is a temporary position that may last up to three (3) years.
Join a mission‑driven team working to improve cardiovascular and stroke outcomes across Minnesota. This position leads the planning, coordination, and implementation of statewide quality improvement initiatives focused on reducing health inequities and improving access to high‑quality care and community supports. The role partners with healthcare systems, community organizations, and statewide stakeholders to develop innovative strategies that strengthen cardiovascular and stroke prevention efforts, connect individuals to resources, and improve health outcomes across diverse populations.
This position provides statewide leadership for clinical and community‑based cardiovascular and stroke initiatives aligned with funded grants, the Minnesota 2035 Plan, and agency priorities. Responsibilities include leading quality improvement projects, coordinating education and outreach efforts, managing grants and recognition programs, and providing technical assistance to clinics and hospitals to support evidence‑based improvements in care.
Working collaboratively within the Cardiovascular Health Unit and MDH Stroke Program, this role helps bridge clinical and community strategies to advance prevention, wellness, and quality care statewide. The position partners with a broad network of stakeholders, including healthcare providers and administrators, hospital stroke teams, community organizations, statewide partners, and national organizations such as the American Heart Association and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Primaryresponsibilities include:
- Coordinate efforts to integrate quality improvement strategies and approaches (Lean, Six Sigma, PDSA cycles) into projects that focus on improving clinical practices and systems to deliver quality and…
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