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Minnesota Department of Health · 8 hours ago

Water Information Strategist - Environmental Specialist 4

Minnesota, United States

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

$72K/yr - $107K/yr

3+ years exp

The Minnesota Department of Health is seeking a Water Information Strategist to join the Water Policy Center. In this role, you will transform complex water quality and groundwater data into actionable insights that guide local and state public health programs, inform policy, and support private well users across the state.

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Responsibilities

Collect, organize, and maintain private well and groundwater data from multiple sources, ensuring accuracy, security, and accessibility

Identify trends, generate insights, and support reporting for public health programs and policy decisions

Create dashboards, maps, and infographics that make water data easy to understand for partners, stakeholders, and the public

Work closely with MDH teams, local governments, and community organizations to meet data and reporting needs

Provide expertise to inform water policy, program evaluation, and continuous improvement efforts

Qualification

Environmental data managementPublic health data analysisData visualizationGIS software proficiencyData analysis toolsHydrology knowledgeCollaboration skillsCommunication skillsProblem-solving skills

Required

3 years of experience in environmental data management, public health data analysis, or a closely related field, including working with large datasets related to water quality, groundwater, or environmental monitoring

Demonstrated experience ensuring accuracy, completeness, and consistency of datasets, including integrating data from multiple sources and formats to support decision-making

Ability to translate complex data into actionable insights to inform program decisions, policy recommendations and public health strategies

Proven ability to work with internal teams, external partners and community stakeholders to understand data needs, share insights, and support program goals

A Bachelor's degree in environmental health, public health, hydrology, data science, or a closely related field may substitute for one year of professional experience; a Master's degree in these fields may substitute for 18 months of experience, or a Doctorate degree may substitute for two years of experience

Preferred

Experience designing and maintaining dashboards, maps, and infographics that effectively communicate complex water quality or public health data to diverse audiences

Proficiency using GIS software (e.g., ArcGIS) to analyze, map, and visualize groundwater, private well, or environmental datasets. Familiarity with environmental or sample data software (e.g., EQuIS)

Experience with data analysis tools or programming languages such as R, Python, SQL, Tableau, or Power BI to interpret large datasets and generate actionable insights

Understanding of hydrology, groundwater, private well systems, or environmental/public health principles relevant to water safety and monitoring

Demonstrated ability to work with internal teams, local governments, community organizations, and other state agencies to meet data needs, support policy development, and improve water programs

Benefits

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

Training, classes, and professional development

Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support

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