What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Public Health Specialist - Wasted Food Prevention Coordinator position at City of Minneapolis, MN?
Salary : $75,626.72 - $104,463.84 Annually
Location : Minneapolis, MN
Job Type : Full-time
Job Number : 2025-00078
Department : Health
Division : Policy & Advocacy HFS
Opening Date : 02 / 07 / 2025
Closing Date : 2 / 23 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Central
FLSA : Exempt
Bargaining Unit : CPE
Position Description
Lead program management of Minneapolis' Compost and Food Waste Reduction (CFWR) grant and assist in coordination of the Homegrown Minneapolis initiative, the City's food systems work. This is a grant-funded position with secure funding through the U.S. Department of Agriculture through 2 / 28 / 27. If additional funding can be secured, there is a possibility this position may be extended, but that is not guaranteed.
Work Location
This position may be eligible for flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work with some days working remotely and some days working in the office.
The City of Minneapolis does not sponsor applicants for work visas.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
- Negotiate, write, and manage contract services and budgets. Monitor performance, including site visits to contractors, to ensure compliance with statistical, programmatic, evaluation and financial reporting requirements. Provide technical assistance and training as needed.
- Based on the CFWR project goals, develop, coordinate, and manage community-based initiatives.
- Assist with grant management activities, including financial tracking, compliance, and reporting.
- Assist in coordination of additional Homegrown Minneapolis projects including communications, events, and presentations.
- Research and analyze wasted food prevention and other food systems issues referred for study by department staff, City elected officials, and external sources.
- Collect and analyze information to identify current and future wasted food prevention and other public health concerns for specific populations.
- Prepare written and statistical reports describing current and future trends and the implication of those trends.
- Represent the department in communities by providing technical and advisory support to facilitate planning at the community level, and with identified groups and organizations.
- Monitor and analyze food systems related State, County, and Federal legislative activity and prepare reports regarding impact on the City.
- Act as advocate for the City by driving policy initiatives in the appropriate forums and in relationships with other departments, agencies, and programs, both internal and external.
- Work with the City Attorneys' Office, Intergovernmental Relations, state agencies, and other local and community-based organizations to initiate and respond to legislative issues.
- Identify and secure grants and other funding for department use, and take a lead role in the preparation of grant proposals for specific health initiatives.
- Staff department community advisory committees as assigned, including the City's Homegrown Minneapolis Food Council. Duties include : coordinating recruitment of members; making meeting arrangements, setting agendas, and arranging for guest speakers; follow-up on assignments from the committee to the department; coordinate internal and external committee communications.
- Assist in developing and overseeing the process for requests for proposals relevant to area of expertise, including reviewing and analyzing vendor proposals and making recommendations for funding.
- Serve on variety on boards and community coalitions, communicating current initiative activities and advocating for funds, and responding to community health issues.
- Prepare reports and presentations regarding program activities for grantors, management, elected officials, etc., including annual reports to the State and other organizations.
- Participate in Public Health Emergency Preparedness planning, training, and response as needed and assigned.
Working Conditions
Hybrid working environment including in-office and community settings.
Required Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Public / Community Health, Sustainability, Food Systems, Environmental Health, Urban Studies, Community Development / Organizing or a related field or equivalent.
Minimum Experience
Three years of relevant experience, which includes Public / Community Health, Sustainability, Food Systems, Environmental Health, Urban Studies, Community Development / Organizing or equivalent experience.
Licenses / Certificates
Valid Minnesota Driver's License. May need to provide car for work. If this happens, must have car insurance.
Equivalency
An equivalent combination of education and experience closely related to the duties of the position MAY be considered.
Cover Letter / Resume
A cover letter and resume are required. You MUST attach a cover letter and updated resume to your application or your application will be considered incomplete.
Selection Process
The selection process will consist of one or more of the following steps : a rating of relevant education and experience (100%). It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will be used to determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions. Only those candidates who attain a passing score (70%) on each step in the selection process will be placed on the eligible list. The City of Minneapolis Human Resources Department reserves the right to limit the number in any phase of the selection process.
Background Check
The City has determined that a criminal background check and / or qualifications check may be necessary for certain positions with this job title. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the City to obtain their criminal history and / or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.
Drug and Alcohol Testing
All job applicants must pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Applicants will be required to sign a notification and consent form prior to undergoing drug and alcohol testing. Applicants who do not consent to undergo drug and alcohol testing will not be required to do so and the City will withdraw the conditional job offer, resulting in the job applicant no longer being considered for the position.
Union Representation
This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement between the City of Minneapolis and the Minneapolis Public Employees Association (MPEA). For more information on the terms and conditions of this agreement please visit :
Eligible List Statement
The names of applicants who meet minimum qualification and who pass the screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration. This list will be certified to the hiring manager who may use the list to fill a vacancy of the same job title. This eligible list will expire one month after it has been established.
Interview Selection
The hiring authority reserves the right to determine the maximum number of candidates to interview from the established eligible list. If the hiring authority decides to interview other than by exam score order, they may select additional people to interview based on a candidate's education or experience related to the field, work history, or skills uniquely related to the operational needs of the position.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
As the largest and most vibrant city in the state, Minneapolis depends on purposeful, dedicated and innovative employees. Minneapolis has a large variety of careers for people of all experiences and backgrounds who come together for a singular purpose-serving the residents, businesses and visitors of Minneapolis.
The City of Minneapolis is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.
Benefits Summary
Our employees enjoy competitive salaries and generous benefits. We pride ourselves on a comprehensive benefits program that supports employees' health and financial well-being. Programs, resources, and benefit eligibility varies based on position, average hours worked, location and length of service. For detailed benefits information, please visit the
Insurance
Health insurance
Eligibility for benefits begins the first of the month following employment date. The City of Minneapolis offers eligible employees with a choice of six provider networks, allowing you to select the best option for you. Available plans include Medica Choice Passport, Medica Elect, VantagePlus with Medica, Park Nicollet and HealthPartners Medical Group First with Medica, Ridgeview Community Network powered by Medica, and Clear Value with Medica.
Dental insurance
The City of Minneapolis offers dental insurance through Delta Dental of Minnesota and pays 100% of the monthly premium for eligible employees.
Life insurance
The city provides basic life insurance of one times your annual salary up to $50,000. You can elect to purchase optional life insurance.
Paid time off
Our generous leave package includes vacation, holidays and paid sick leave, which gives employees the opportunity to enhance their quality of life outside work. Amounts and accrual rates are based on years of experience and
Paid parental leave
City employees are eligible for up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in the event of a birth or placement for adoption of a child.
Retirement
City employees earn a pension and may choose to participate in additional retirement savings programs.
Transportation
Eligible City employees may choose to participate in the following transportation programs :
Learning and development
To engage and develop employees, the City of Minneapolis offers classes in leadership, cultural agility, change management and more. Additionally, educational discounts at Augsburg University, Hamline University, St. Catherine's, and St. Mary's University of Minnesota are available to City employees.
Other perks
Employees can also take advantage of flexible spending accounts, the , health club discounts and more.
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How many years of experience do you have planning and coordinating community-based programs?
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How many years of experience do you have doing community outreach and engagement with diverse community members?
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Salary : $75,627 - $104,464
