Working Title: Overdose Prevention Project Manager
Job Class: State Program Administrator Principal
Agency: Health Department
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Job ID: 96127
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Location: St. Paul
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Telework Eligible: Yes / Hybrid 50%
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Full/Part Time: Full-Time
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Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
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Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers. Bidders will be considered through 08/18/2026.
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Date Posted: 08/12/2026
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Closing Date: 08/26/2026
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Hiring Agency: MN Health Department
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Division/Unit: Health Improvement / Injury Prevention and Mental Health - Over Dose Prevention Unit
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Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift / 8:00 A.M. - 4:30 P.M.
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Days of Work: Monday - Friday
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Travel Required: Yes - Up to 25% of the time
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Salary Range: $32.97 - $48.60 / hourly; $68,841 - $101,476 / annually
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Classified Status: Classified
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Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 – Minnesota Association of Professional Employees (MAPE)
- FLSA Status: Nonexempt
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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 provides leadership, coordination, and operational oversight for statewide overdose prevention grant activities within the Overdose Prevention Unit. The role serves as the project manager for federally funded overdose data to action programs. The incumbent provides grant and contract management, implementation oversight, reporting support, and operational alignment activities to support statewide overdose prevention efforts and ensure alignment with state and federal priorities, timelines, deliverables, and reporting requirements. Responsibilities include coordination of strategy meetings and implementation planning efforts, project officer preparation, implementation tracking, support for Annual Performance Reports (APRs) and technical review activities
The position also serves as grant manager for assigned overdose prevention grants and contracts and is responsible for grantee communication, implementation oversight, financial and programmatic monitoring, site visits, reporting oversight, and ongoing grant management activities. The role provides leadership and coordination for overdose alert response coordination, and support for emerging overdose prevention priorities and special initiatives.
Primary responsibilities include:
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Provide program management, implementation oversight, reporting coordination, and project officer preparation activities related to statewide overdose prevention initiatives and contracts.
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Support operational coordination activities related to overdose alert response efforts, non-opioid pain management initiatives, emerging implementation priorities, and special overdose prevention initiatives.
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Grant and contract management activities for assigned overdose prevention grants/contracts.
In accordance with HR/LR Policy #1422 Telework, this position is eligible for up to 50% telework for applicants who live in Minnesota or in a bordering state within 50 miles of the assigned work location. Candidates residing outside of Minnesota further than 50 miles of the assigned work location at the time of application must be able to relocate to Minnesota within 30 days of their start date. The telework policy may exempt employees who live more than 50 miles from their primary work location from the 50% in-office requirement, depending on job requirements, helping the State of Minnesota access top talent across the state.
Three (3) years of experience in public health, healthcare, government, nonprofit, grants management, program administration, project management, or a related field that includes all of the following:
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Experience coordinating complex projects, programs, or initiatives, including developing implementation plans, tracking milestones and deliverables, and ensuring activities are completed within established timelines.
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Experience administering grants, contracts, or other funded programs, including monitoring budgets, work plans, invoices, deliverables, reporting requirements, and compliance with applicable policies or funding requirements.
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Experience building and maintaining partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, including facilitating meetings, providing technical assistance, and coordinating activities across multiple organizations or teams.
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Experience preparing, maintaining, and communicating program documentation, such as reports, implementation updates, tracking systems, meeting materials, or other records used to support program operations and accountability.
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Experience identifying operational, programmatic, or implementation issues and developing or implementing solutions to improve program performance, coordination, or compliance.
A related degree in public health, public administration, business administration, health administration, healthcare administration, project management, nonprofit management, community health, social work, health sciences, or another closely related field will substitute for experience as follows:
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Doctorate or J.D. may substitute for two (2) years of experience.
- Master's degree may substitute for eighteen (18) months of experience.
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Bachelor's degree may substitute for one (1) year of experience. A
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Associate's degree may substitute for six (6) months of experience.
Minimum qualifications to be assessed at interview:
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Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with diverse internal and external stakeholders, including effectively navigating differing priorities to achieve shared outcomes.
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Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present complex information clearly, facilitate meetings, and communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences.
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Demonstrated organizational and project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities, adapt to changing circumstances, and consistently meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
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Demonstrated problem-solving and critical thinking skills, including the ability to identify issues, evaluate options, exercise sound judgment, and implement effective solutions.
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Experience managing or coordinating federal or state public health grants, including implementation, monitoring, reporting, and compliance activities.
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Experience working in substance use prevention, overdose prevention, harm reduction, behavioral health, or another closely related public health program area.
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Experience collaborating with local and Tribal public health agencies, healthcare systems, community-based organizations, or other cross-sector partners to implement public health initiatives.
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Experience coordinating complex, multi-partner public health projects involving implementation planning, stakeholder engagement, and continuous improvement activities.
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Experience developing, writing, or contributing to competitive state or federal grant applications, continuation applications, funding proposals, or other grant related funding requests.
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This position requires successful completion of a background check and employment reference check.
- MDH does not participate in the federal E-Verify program and is unable to sponsor applicants for work visas, including F-1 STEM OPT extensions, and cannot complete Form I-9 or any other documentation requiring employer participation in E-Verify. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application.
Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected]. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.
If you have questions about this position, contact Kaitlyn Crowley at [email protected] or 651-201-5984.
To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Kaitlyn Crowley at [email protected].
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 [email protected].
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.
What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?
- A sense of purpose in their work
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Connection with their coworkers and communities
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Opportunities for personal and professional growth
As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.
- Paid vacation and sick leave
- 12 paid holidays each year
- Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
- Fertility care, including IVF
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Diabetes care
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Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
- 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
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Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
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Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
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Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
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Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
- Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being
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Training, classes, and professional development
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Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)
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A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
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Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
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Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care
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.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS
Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.
APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES
Minnesota state agencies make reasonable accommodations to their employees and applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in searching or applying for jobs with the State of Minnesota, call the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected] and let us know the support you need.
