Job Description
Hennepin County is seeking an innovative Public Health Specialist to join our award-winning team immediately. This critical role drives community health initiatives across Minneapolis and surrounding areas. You'll shape public policy, lead crisis response efforts, and collaborate with diverse stakeholders to address emerging health challenges. We offer competitive benefits, professional development, and the opportunity to make tangible impacts on 1.2 million residents.
Our ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced environments and brings passion for health equity. If you're ready to transform public health outcomes through data-driven strategies and community partnerships, apply today to join Minnesota's premier county government.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement evidence-based public health programs targeting vulnerable populations
- Analyze epidemiological data to identify emerging health threats and trends
- Coordinate cross-agency responses to public health emergencies
- Develop health education materials for multilingual communities
- Secure and manage federal/state grant funding for health initiatives
- Lead community health assessment projects and stakeholder engagement
- Advise county leadership on public health policy recommendations
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, or related field
- Minimum 3 years of public health program experience
- Proficiency in data analysis tools (SPSS, R, or SAS)
- Certified in Public Health (CPH) preferred
- Experience with grant writing and fund management
- Ability to communicate effectively with diverse communities
- Valid Minnesota driver's license