Beach Student Worker - Student Worker Para Professional Sr

Working Title: Beach Student Worker

Job Class: Student Worker Para Professional Senior

Agency: Health Department

Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekersDate Posted: 04/09/2024Closing Date: 04/22/2024Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Health Department / Health-AFSCMEDivision/Unit: Infectious Disease Epidemiology, Prevention & Control Division / FWVZD Waterborne Dis StaffWork Shift/Work Hours: Variable / 30 hours per weekDays of Work: Monday - FridayTravel Required: YesSalary Range: $18.26 - $22.26 / hourlyClassified Status: UnclassifiedBargaining Unit/Union: 207 - Technical/AFSCMEWork Area: Infectious Disease Epidemiology, Prevention & Control DivisionEnd Date: 09/30/2024FLSA Status: NonexemptTelework Eligible: NoDesignated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: No

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 Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) is looking to hire a student worker to provide support to the Lake Superior Beach Monitoring Program. The Beach Monitoring Program requires staff to take water samples at 38 Lake Superior recreational beaches in St. Louis, Lake, and Cook Counties each week during the field season (Memorial Day to Labor Day). The student worker will support the professional staff in sample collection, sample delivery to the testing lab, data entry, data management and analysis, posting advisories, and community outreach.

This position demands extensive travel during the day, no travel overnight

Minimum Qualifications

Completion of two years of post-secondary education

Student Worker Eligibility: To be eligible for appointment as a Student Worker Paraprofessional Senior you must be enrolled in a post-secondary or graduate program or plan to enroll within three months. Students may be "off" for the summer or for one semester/quarter and remain employed as a student worker, but such absences cannot exceed one semester/quarter in a year. If you are enrolled at a credit-granting institution you must carry at least six semester/nine quarter credits. If enrolled at a non-credit granting institution or one that only offers one credit per class, you must be taking two or more classes per semester/quarter. Any lesser credit (class) load will be treated as a semester/quarter off. Graduate students must be enrolled in at least two courses or making progress on a dissertation. You will be asked to complete an Educational Verification form prior to appointment.

Preferred Qualifications

Student majoring in biology, environmental health, public health, or related field is preferred.

Ability to understand and effectively carry out basic oral and written instructions regarding work assignments.

Basic knowledge of computer databases in order to perform data entry and summary reports.

Ability to work independently.

Ability to prioritize tasks, manage time, and adapt to change.

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Critical thinking skills and judgement.

Demonstrate interest in disease prevention (e.g., public health, health promotion).

Additional Requirements

This position requires successful completion of a background check.

This employment does not require a valid driver’s license, but it does demand travel, which the candidate will be responsible for meeting.

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 Courtney Sutliff at courtney.sutliff@state.mn.us or 651-201-5684.

About Health Department

Come work for one of the best public health systems in the nation and you will contribute to our mission to protect, maintain and improve the health of all Minnesotans. We are working hard to achieve our vision 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) 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.