Job Details
Working Title: PFAS Coordinator
Job Class: Environmental Research Scientist
Agency: Health Department
- Job ID: 85167
- Location: St. Paul
- Telework Eligible: Yes, hybrid
- Full/Part Time: Full-Time
- Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
- Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers – bidders will be considered until 10/11/2025
- Date Posted: 10/03/2025
- Closing Date: 10/17/2025
- Hiring Agency: Minnesota Department of Health (MDH)
- Division/Unit: Environmental Health – Site Assessment and Consultation Unit
- Work Shift/Work Hours: Day shift, 8:00am-4:30pm
- Days of Work: Monday – Friday
- Travel Required: Yes, up to 25% of the time
- Salary Range: $34.69 – $51.45 / hourly; $72,433 – $107,428 / annually
- Classified Status: Classified
- Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 – MN Association of Professional Employees
- FLSA Status: Exempt – Professional
- 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
Join a mission-driven team in the Environmental Health division and contribute to protecting, maintaining, and improving the health of all Minnesotans. This position will play a key role in coordinating the state’s efforts to understand, characterize, mitigate, and manage public environmental health risks from of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). The PFAS Coordinator role exists to perform administrative, coordination, and applied research duties to promote and ensure integrated management of PFAS activities across MDH’s Environmental Health Division and with other parts of MDH, other state agencies, and federal and local partners to serve as a technical resource and conduit for information between the MDH programs, leadership, and subject matter experts and key external parties on issues related to PFAS.
Primary responsibilities:
- Provide technical input into development and implementation of communication strategies to increase public understanding of PFAS prohibitions in Minnesota, particularly the PFAS in Products Bans.
- Conduct comprehensive research to assess and identify credible resources that help determine products or components that contain or do not contain PFAS chemicals and other hazardous substances.
- Collect, evaluate, and provide technical information to support Minnesota’s PFAS and Products Initiatives, including providing expertise on PFAS-free alternatives.
- Establish clear goals and objectives for the MDH’s contributions to Minnesota’s joint PFAS and Products Initiatives, ensuring alignment with public health priorities.
- Provide guidance and support to MDH staff at all levels on PFAS-related issues, ensuring clear communication and accurate information.
This position will have the option of teleworking; however, it will be based on the business needs of the unit and is at supervisory discretion and only up to 50% of the time.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure your resume/application clearly describe 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 the minimum qualifications will be considered for this position.
- 3 years of experience in environmental health, public health, or environmental science, which include demonstrated expertise in assessing risks of hazardous substances like PFAS and environmental risk communication.
A degree in Public Health, Environmental Health, Environmental Science or closely related field may count towards professional experience as follows:
Bachelor’s = 12 months.
Master’s = 18 months.
Doctoral = 24 months.
Additional minimum qualifications to be assessed during the interview:
- Strong research skills with the ability to collect, evaluate, and synthesize technical information.
- Demonstrated ability to coordinate and collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams and with external stakeholders, including state agencies, federal organizations, local partners, and the public.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex technical information to diverse audiences, including decision-makers, the public, and scientific communities.
Preferred Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Public Health, Environmental Health, Environmental Science or related field.
- In-depth understanding of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), their environmental impacts, and public health risks.
- Demonstrated understanding of basic scientific principles and well-developed qualitative and quantitative analytical skills sufficient to evaluate program information and reports and provide analysis findings.
- Experience in policy analysis and program evaluation related to environmental health or hazardous substances.
- Ability to interpret state and federal government regulations and analyze government programs and policies for effectiveness.
- Project planning and management skills sufficient to lead teams, set agendas, and resolve conflicts, and to organize projects and develop recommendations to ensure successful project completion.
Additional Requirements
Must successfully pass a background and reference check.
This employment does not require a valid driver’s license, but it does demand occasional travel, which the candidate will be responsible for meeting.
The successful candidate under U.S. Citizen and Immigration Services regulations must be able to accept work in the U.S. by the day employment begins. The agency is unable to offer H-1B sponsorship
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 Alexis Isaacson at alexis.e.isaacson@state.mn.us or 651-539-2266.
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 Alexis Isaacson at alexis.e.isaacson@state.mn.us.
About Health Department
Come and 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.
