Assisted Living Physical Environment Evaluator - Engineering Specialist Senior, St. Paul, Minnesota

Job Details

Working Title: Assisted Living Physical Environment Evaluator
Job Class: Engineering Specialist Senior
Agency: Health Department

• Who May Apply: Open for laterals and to all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Lateral movements will be given consideration through 05/07/2024.
• Date Posted: 05/01/2024
• Closing Date: 05/21/2024
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Health Department
• Division/Unit: Health Regulation / Engineering Services
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift / 8:00am - 4:30pm
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: Yes - Up to 50% of the time
• Salary Range: $33.45 - $49.28 / hourly; $69,843 - $102,896 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 212 - MN Government Engineers Council/Engineers
• Last Incumbent: New position
• Supervisor Name: Robert Dehler
• FLSA Status: Exempt - Professional
• Telework Eligible: Yes
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities : Yes

Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.

The work you'll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.

Job Summary

Building and fire officials looking for a change of pace may be interested in this position! The Assisted Living Engineering Services team helps protect Minnesota's most vulnerable by enforcing state licensure and physical environment requirements in assisted living facilities.

In this role, you will provide construction document reviews, inspections, and surveys for the evaluation of assisted living facilities to ensure the physical environment complies with State laws and rules. This position will also provide training and expertise to assisted living professionals to educate them on maintaining facility compliance.

The Assisted Living team serves facilities located throughout the state of Minnesota with 50% of work time spent onsite at designated facilities. When not onsite, remaining follow-up work is performed by teleworking from your home office. Travel expenses will be reimbursed according to bargaining unit guidelines.

Position locations will be determined by the top candidates and will be based out of one of the following MDH district office locations: Rochester, Mankato, Marshall, St. Paul, St. Cloud, Duluth, Fergus Falls or Bemidji.

This posting will be used to fill up to two positions.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Three (3) years of experience with building, fire, or physical environment plan reviews, inspections, surveys, or related experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of the MN State Building Code and MN State Fire Code as it relates to the different types of assisted living facilities and the State statute licensure of facilities.
• Knowledge of the 2018 Life Safety Code and FGI Guidelines for Residential Care Facilities.
• Two-year degree in engineering, architecture, construction services, drafting or related field.
• Knowledge of dementia care design.
• Ability to identify deficient design and construction items and provide solutions.
• Ability to organize and implement multiple activities.
• Experience with MDH's current survey processes.
• Experience conducting quality improvement activities.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to be mobile on rough and unfinished topography to access all areas of construction.
• Ability to ascend and descend ladders and stairwells to access mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Ability to position self to move through and inspect various components of the architectural, mechanical, and electrical system of the building.

Additional Requirements

This position requires 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 job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers .

If you have questions about the position, contact Lisa Jacques at lisa.jacques@state.mn.us .

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 Lisa Jacques at lisa.jacques@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.

Why Work for Us

Diverse Workforce

We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota.

A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found:

• 95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency's mission
• 91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs
• 88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job
• 87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule

Comprehensive Benefits

Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:

• Public pension plan
• Training and professional development
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Paid parental leave
• Low-cost medical and dental coverage
• Prescription drug coverage
• Vision coverage
• Wellness programs and resources
• Employer paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Health care spending and savings accounts
• Dependent care spending account
• Tax-deferred compensation
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

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.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

We will make reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and indicate what assistance is needed.