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Job Details

Working Title: Data Management Supervisor - Health Program Supervisor

Job Class: Health Program Supervisor

Agency: Health Department

• Job ID : 89332
• 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 : 11/24/2025
• Closing Date : 12/12/2025
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Health Department / Health-MMA
• Division/Unit : Health Improvement / HPCD CDEE MCRS Mgt Supv
• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
• Days of Work : Monday - Friday
• Travel Required : Yes - Up to 25% of the time
• Salary Range: $32.33 - $46.91 / hourly; $67,505 - $97,948 / annually
• Classified Status : Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union : 216 - Middle Management Association/MMA
• FLSA Status : Exempt - Executive
• Re-Posting : Yes
• 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

THIS POSITION IS BEING REPOSTED. IF YOU PREVIOUSLY APPLIED TO THIS VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT, YOU DO NOT NEED TO REAPPLY TO BE CONSIDERED.

The Minnesota Department of Health is seeking a highly skilled professional to provide leadership and subject matter expertise in cancer registry operations and data modernization for the Minnesota Cancer Reporting System (MCRS). This position oversees the information management activities of MCRS, including the Data Management Unit (DM) and the Special Studies Support program, ensuring accurate and reliable statewide cancer data collection.

The role is responsible for planning, coordinating, and supervising electronic and non-electronic cancer reporting activities; directing business operations for MCRS information management; and advancing modernization initiatives related to electronic health record data exchange and transfer (PHINMS, TEFCA/USCDI, HL7, FHIR, electronic case reporting, eMaRC Plus). The position also provides cancer-related health informatics expertise to guide the design, development, and maintenance of electronic data systems and supports special studies utilizing MCRS data.

Through collaboration with internal and external partners, this position ensures MCRS maintains compliance, accuracy, and innovation in cancer surveillance while contributing to statewide public health research, reporting, and policy efforts.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supervise cancer registry data management and special studies support staff in accordance with MCRS goals and objectives, the terms of collective bargaining agreements, department policies, and good supervision principles and practices to ensure that the goals of the unit are accomplished.
• Responsible for leading and coordinating MCRS data management business and data modernization design, development, implementation, maintenance, and improvement with DM and, as needed, other MCRS staff.
• Lead and ensure primary MCRS data management responsibilities and processes with MDH, MNIT, and MDH contractors are timely and operating as required.
• Ensure primary MCRS data management responsibilities, processes, and communications with MCRS reporting facilities are timely and operating as required.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

To facilitate proper crediting, ensure your resume/application clearly describe meeting the following qualifications in the areas of Experience AND Certification/Licensure listed below and indicate the beginning and ending month and year for each job held. Only applicants whose resumes clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of the minimum qualifications will be considered for this position.

Experience:

• Two years of experience in central or hospital cancer registry.
• Demonstrated leadership experience. Demonstrated leadership experience may include any of the following:
  • Experience as a supervisor, team lead, lead worker, OR project lead.
  • Completion of a State leadership development program, such as Emerging Leaders Institute (ELI) or Senior Leadership Institute (SLI).
  • Completion of a similar or equivalent leadership development program through another organization.
  • A paid or unpaid position leading a program or chairing a committee, such as an Employee Resource Group (ERG).This experience must also include:
    • 1+ years of identifying issues, goals, and strategic actions.
    • 100+ hours per year time commitment.

Certification/Licensure:

• Certification by the National Cancer registrar's association (NCRA) as an Oncology Data Specialist.
  
  

A degree in public health, public policy, public administration, community health, or related program may count towards duration of experience as follows:

• Associate's = 6 months
• Bachelor's = 12 months.
• Master's = 18 months.
• Doctoral = 24 months.

To be assessed at interview:

• Ability to provide vision, strategy, and mentorship sufficient to achieve organizational goals.
• Knowledge medical records methodology and cancer registration.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel and SQL to identify and modify data in databases.
• Skill in applying data modernization and cancer registry expertise, including knowledge and experience with HL7 and FHIR interoperability standards, electronic pathology reporting processes, eMaRC software.
• Skill in interpersonal communication and collaboration, including experience leading, training, and supervising staff; engaging and maintaining partnerships with health facilities; collaborating with neighboring state cancer registries, CDC (NPCR), NAACCR, and the National Cancer Registrars Association (and regional affiliates).

Preferred Qualifications

• Supervisory or lead worker experience with cancer registry or other data management staff.
• Experience implementing policies and procedures of a central or hospital cancer registry.
• Experience in data modernization tools, interoperability standards, and experience with state or federal data-related technology systems.
• Experience with interpretation of policies and procedures and federal and state regulations.
• Designing, implementing, and evaluating reports, policies, and systems change approaches as they relate to accomplishing objectives of a state or federal agency.

Additional Requirements

• Successful completion of a background check.
• This employment does not require a valid driver's license, but it does demand travel, which the candidate will be responsible for meeting.

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 Kaitlyn Crowley at katie.crowley@state.mn.us 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 katie.crowley@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.

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