Zoonotic Diseases Student Worker - Student Worker Para Prof Sr

Job Details

Working Title: Zoonotic Diseases Student Worker
Job Class: Student Worker Para Professional Senior
Agency: Health Department

• Job ID: 81525
• Location: St. Paul
• Telework Eligible: No
• Full/Part Time: Part-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Limited
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 11/06/2024
• Closing Date: 11/20/2024
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Health Department / Health-AFSCME
• Division/Unit: Health Protection / IDEPC FWVZD Zoonotic Dis Staff
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Not Applicable Shift
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: Yes - Up to 25% of the time
• Salary Range: $19.56 - $23.26 / hourly
• Classified Status: Unclassified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 207 - Technical/AFSCME
• Work Area: Health Protection / IDEPC FWVZD Zoonotic Dis Staff
• End Date: 10/30/2026
• FLSA Status: Nonexempt
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities : No
  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
  
  Join a mission-driven team in the Zoonotic Diseases Unit of the Infectious Disease, Epidemiology, Prevention and Control (IDEPC) Division and contribute to protecting, maintaining, and improving the health of all Minnesotans. As a Zoonotic Diseases Unit (ZDU) student worker, you will assist the State Public Health Veterinarian and other ZDU epidemiologists with a wide variety of surveillance programs for zoonotic diseases and the Unexplained Critical Illnesses and Deaths (UNEX) surveillance program. The zoonotic diseases include rabies, enteric pathogens from animals, toxoplasmosis, tularemia, brucellosis, and other diseases, as well as the fungal pathogens blastomycosis and histoplasmosis. The UNEX program includes data entry and data management for unexplained critical illnesses and deaths. This position will execute the day-to-day components of these surveillance programs, including telephone interviews of case-patients, data entry and management, specimen collection, data analysis and participating in outbreak investigations and other projects. Additionally, this position will provide rabies consultation to the public and healthcare providers.
  
  Primary responsibilities include:
  
  
  • Conduct surveillance activities for infectious diseases including rabies, blastomycosis, histoplasmosis, toxoplasmosis, tularemia, brucellosis, and enteric zoonotic diseases (e.g. Salmonella, Campylobacter, Escherichia coli O157:H7 and other Shiga toxin-producing E. coli).
  • To conduct surveillance activities the Unexplained Critical Illnesses and Deaths (UNEX) surveillance program
  • Assist in outbreak investigations within ZDU, FWVZ, and IDEPC Division
  • Assist ZDU staff in education and outreach efforts.
    This position is hybrid in nature, which will require a majority of the work to be completed in the St. Paul office, with limited opportunities to telework.
    
    This position is part-time and will work 20 hours per week. The specific hours and days of work are flexible Monday through Friday and will include occasional evening or weekend work.. This position is anticipated to last up to two years or until the selected candidate completes their educational program, whichever occurs sooner.
    
    Qualifications
    
    Minimum Qualifications
    
    Completion of two years of post-secondary education
    
    Student Worker Eligibility: To be eligible for appointment as a Student Worker Paraprofessional Senior you must be enrolled in a post-secondary or graduate program or plan to enroll within three months. Students may be "off" for the summer or for one semester/quarter and remain employed as a student worker, but such absences cannot exceed one semester/quarter in a year. If you are enrolled at a credit-granting institution, you must carry at least six semester/nine quarter credits. If enrolled at a non-credit granting institution or one that only offers one credit per class, you must be taking two or more classes per semester/quarter. Any lesser credit (class) load will be treated as a semester/quarter off. Graduate students must be enrolled in at least two courses or making progress on a dissertation. You will be asked to complete an Educational Verification form prior to appointment.
    
    Preferred Qualifications
    
    • Enrolled or about to be enrolled in a graduate public health program.
    • Knowledge of the epidemiology of infectious diseases, including modes of transmission, factors affecting disease occurrence, and strategies for intervention, prevention, and treatment
    • Experience providing professional, polite customer service and ability to develop and maintain effective interpersonal relations with co-workers, healthcare professions, other professionals
    • Knowledge of the principals of epidemiology and biostatistics
    • Knowledge of personal computers including computer programming using standard statistical and database management software such as Excel and SAS.
    • Career goals in applied infectious disease epidemiology.
    • Fluent in Spanish, Karen, Hmong or other non-English language to complete surveillance or outbreak interviews.
      Additional Requirements
      
      • The selected candidate will be required to successfully pass an employment reference check and background check.
      • This employment does not require a valid driver's license, however, local travel may be requested as part of job duties, which the candidate will be required to provide evidence of a valid driver's license.
        
        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 Tanya Cimenski at tanya.cimenski@state.mn.us or 651-201-4290 .
        
        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 Tanya Cimenski at tanya.cimenski@state.mn.us .
        
        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 health.hr.ada@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
          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.

Location: Saint Paul, MN, US

Posted Date: 11/19/2024