Job Description
Job Details Working Title: Diversity, Inclusion, Belonging, and Equity Strategy (DIBES) Manager Job Class: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Manager Principal Agency: Health Department - Job ID : 82810
- Location : St. Paul
- Telework Eligible : Yes
- Full/Part Time : Full-Time
- Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
- Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
- Date Posted : 12/21/2024
- Closing Date : 01/10/2025
- Hiring Agency : Minnesota Department of Health (MDH)
- Division/Unit : Health Equity Bureau / DEIB
- Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift/ 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
- Days of Work : Monday - Friday
- Travel Required : Yes - Up to 25% of the time
- Salary Range: $48.45 - $69.48 / hourly; $101,163 - $145,074 / annually
- Classified Status : Classified
- Bargaining Unit/Union : o 220 - Managerial Plan
- Work Area : Health Equity Bureau / DEIB
- FLSA Status: Exempt - Executive
- Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities : Yes
The work you'll do is more than just a job. 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.
Job Summary As a key contributor to the Minnesota Department of Health's (MDH) mission, the
Manager of the Office of Diversity, Inclusion, Belonging and Equity Strategy (ODIBES) will provide executive-level leadership in advancing Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) across the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH). In partnership with the Strategic Administrative Manager for Health Equity, the DIBES Manager will drive the strategic integration of DEIB and equity strategy principles into all aspects of MDH's operations, policies, and programs to promote systemic change, foster a culture of belonging, and advance health equity statewide.
Key responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:
- Create and implement long-term DEI strategic plans to address new and emerging problems.
- Identify, develop, and manage strategic partnerships with stakeholders, ensuring external collaboration to advance diversity of MDH workforce and supply chain.
- Direct the design of proactive MDH-wide multi-year DEI strategic plan roadmap that is informed by a theory of change and leverages MDH's best practices, core vision, mission, and values to increase workforce diversity, particularly among protected classes.
- Champion DEI work internally, ensuring the agency executes on its goals to address the impact of systemic racism and inequities in line with the agency's mission, vision, and strategic direction; position MDH as an actively anti-racist organization, equipping leadership and staff with tools to identify and dismantle systemic inequities while fostering equitable public health outcomes.
- Cultivate an inclusive culture where every employee feels valued, connected, and empowered, while actively promoting engagement and a strong sense of belonging across the workforce.
- Provide management, direction, and oversight of assigned DEI teams. Ensure the integration of work across the agency and manage the department's resources and staff in support of the agency objectives.
Candidates residing in Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, North Dakota, or South Dakota may have the option to
telework; however, telework schedules are based on the unit's operational needs and are at manager's discretion.
Per contract guidelines, the Minnesota Department of Health offers relocation assistance up to $12,500 for eligible candidates. Eligibility for relocation reimbursement will be further discussed during the interview process.
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume/application clearly describes 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 these minimum qualifications will be considered for this position. - Four (4) years of diversity, equity, and inclusion experience with at least two (2) or more of those years in a leadership role.
*Leadership experience can include:
- Experience as a supervisor, lead worker, team lead, project lead;
- Completion of a State of Minnesota leadership program (e.g. ELI, L4);
- A paid/unpaid position leading a program or chairing a committee (e.g. ERG)
Additional minimum qualifications to be assessed during the interview process:
- Creating or contributing to the development of an organization's DEI strategy
- Utilizing DEI metrics and reporting to track and measure success
- Developing and maintaining strong internal and external partnerships
- Coaching, mentoring, and/or developing staff while building relationships
- Project management and coordination experience, including strategic planning and budgeting
A related Doctorate degree may substitute for two (2) years of experience.; Master's degree may substitute for 18 months of experience; Bachelor's degree may substitute for one (1) year of experience; Associate degree may substitute for six (6) months of experience
Preferred Qualifications - Supervisory or Managerial experience leading professional level staff.
- Demonstrated ability to influence and skillfully execute a modern vision in viewing employment and management policies and practices through an equity lens.
- Demonstrated familiarity with quantitative (e.g., descriptive statistics) and qualitative data collection and analysis.
- Cross-cultural dispute resolution skill to facilitate conversations and reach mutually agreeable resolutions.
- Demonstrated skill in understanding foundational and systemic barriers to both social and economic equity and the ability to identify paradigms for addressing them.
- Demonstrated ability to describe and address the ways in which historical and contemporary racism and discrimination impact organizational culture, functioning, and workplace experience.
- Demonstrated ability to work with managers to improve the workplace experience and occupational trajectories of historically marginalized/under-represented groups.
Additional Requirements This position requires successful completion of a background check and employment reference check.
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 .
Contact If you have questions about this position, contact Megan Baer at megan.baer@state.mn.us
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 Megan Baer at megan.baer@state.mn.us .
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.
Working together to improve the state we love. What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?
- A sense of purpose in their work
- Connection with their coworkers and communities
- Opportunities for personal and professional growth
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
Benefits 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.
Your benefits may include: - Paid vacation and sick leave
- 12 paid holidays each year
- Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
- Fertility care, including IVF
- Diabetes care
- Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
- 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
- Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
- Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
- Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
- Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being
Support to help you reach your career goals: - Training, classes, and professional development
- 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 )
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support: - A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
- Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
- 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 careers@state.mn.us and let us know the support you need.
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