Job Details Working Title: Emergency Preparedness & Response Assistant Division Director Job Class: Health Assistant Division Director Agency: Health Department - Job ID: 97797
- Location: St. Paul
- Telework Eligible: Yes / Hybrid
- Full/Part Time: Full-Time
- Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
- Who May Apply: This vacancy is open for all current Minnesota Department of Health Employees only.
- Date Posted: 10/17/2026
- Closing Date: 11/06/2026
- Hiring Agency: Minnesota Department of Health (MDH)
- Division/Unit: Emergency Preparedness and Response / Director's Office
- Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift / 8:00am - 4:30pm
- Days of Work: Monday - Friday
- Travel Required: Yes, up to 25%
- Salary Range: $51.89 - $74.31 / hourly; $108,346 - $155,159 / annually
- Classified Status: Classified
- Bargaining Unit/Union: 220 - Managerial
- FLSA Status: Exempt - Executive
- Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities : Yes
Job Summary Join the Emergency Preparedness and Response (EPR) Division at the Minnesota Department of Health and help ensure Minnesota's ability to prepare for, respond to, and recover from public health emergencies.
The Assistant Division Director provides high-level policy, operational, and administrative leadership for the EPR Division. In collaboration with the Division Director, this position guides strategic planning, policy development, cross-division and cross-agency collaboration, budget development and oversight, workforce development, performance management, and emergency response readiness. The role also leads efforts to build an inclusive, equitable, and respectful workplace culture.
This position has a statewide scope and works closely with local and tribal health departments, healthcare coalitions, federal partners, state agencies, legislators, and MDH executive leadership. The incumbent also represents the division in enterprise-level operations, legislative processes, and emergency response activities, including acting as liaison to Continuity of Operations (COOP).
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- Provide strategic direction for the division and set clear priorities.
- Build strong partnerships with internal teams and external agencies.
- Lead and support staff, including coaching and performance management.
- Oversee budgets, grants, and operations to ensure accountability and proper use of funds.
- Ensure the division is prepared for and able to respond effectively to public health emergencies.
In accordance with HR/LR Polic y #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. 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.
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 Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers .
Contact If you have questions about this position, contact Kathleen Maertz at kathleen.maertz@state.mn.us or 651-201-5936 .
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 Kathleen Maertz at kathleen.maertz@state.mn.us .
If you are an individual with a disability and a need for an accommodation for an interview, you may contact the Department of Health ADA Coordinator at health.hr.ada@state.mn.us
