Student Worker Para Professional Senior

1 month ago


Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States Minnesota Department of Health Full time
Job Details

Job Class: Student Worker Para Professional Senior
Agency: Health Department
  • Who May Apply: This vacancy is open for all qualified job seekers.
  • Date Posted: 05/17/2024
  • Closing Date: 05/20/2024
  • Hiring Agency: Minnesota Department of Health (MDH)
  • Division/Unit: Health Systems / Health Policy Health Economics Program
  • Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift / 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
  • Days of Work: Monday - Friday
  • Travel Required: No
  • Salary Range: $ $22.26 / hourly
  • Classified Status: Unclassified
  • Bargaining Unit/Union: 207 - AFSCME Technical, Council No. 5
  • Work Area: Health Systems / Health Policy Health Economics Program
  • End Date: 09/30/2024
  • FLSA Status: Nonexempt
  • Telework Eligible: Yes
  • Designated 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.

Job Summary

THIS VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT IS BEING REPOSTED TO FILL UP TO TWO (2) POSITIONS. IF YOU PREVIOUSLY APPLIED TO THIS VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT, DO YOU NOT NEED TO REAPPLY TO BE CONSIDERED.

Come gain experience while helping to make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans The Student Worker Para Professional Senior will assist with a number of projects within the Health Economics Program (HEP) related to analyzing health care cost, conducting health services research, monitoring and studying the health care market, or performing research about prescription drug prices and use.

Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
  • Assisting with data collection and data cleaning.
  • Computing descriptive and inferential statistics.
  • Assessing the completeness and quality of data submission and reporting.
  • Conducting literature reviews in support of current research projects.
This position is part-time and specific hours and days of work are flexible within 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. The duration of this position is anticipated to work approximately 06/05/2024 with an approximate end date of 09/30/2024.

This position may have the option of occasional teleworking based on the business needs and manager discretion. Commuting to the St. Paul office may be required.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure your resume/application clearly describe your experience in the areas listed below and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held. Only applicants whose resumes clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of the minimum qualification will be considered for this position.
  • Completion of two years of post-secondary education and enrolled or about to be enrolled in a degree-seeking program in one of the following areas: Public Health, Public Policy, Economics, Health Economics, Psychology, Sociology, or a related field.
  • Experience with data analysis and writing for public policy.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience conducting statistical analysis and data manipulation using computer software such as STATA, SPSS or R.
  • Knowledge of research methods for public policy.
  • Knowledge of the U.S. health care system.
Additional Requirements
  • This position requires successful completion of a background check and employment reference check.
  • Please ensure your application/resume clearly indicate the college where you are currently enrolled as well as your intended major, starting year, and anticipated graduation date.
  • The successful candidate under U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations must be able to accept work in the the day employment begins. The agency is unable to offer H-1B sponsorship.
Application Details

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 or email . For additional information about the application process, go to .

If you have questions about the position, contact Dani Whitney at .

If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation for an interview, you may contact the Department of Health ADA Coordinator at

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. Our collaborative, mission-driven work environment is a major factor in promoting a high level of employee health awareness, employee longevity and job satisfaction.

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)
  • 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 or email and indicate what assistance is needed.

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