Cancer Programs Assistant Section Manager - State Program Administrative Manager

Working Title:
Cancer Programs Assistant Section Manager - State Program Administrative Manager

Job Class:
State Program Administrator, Manager

• Job
• 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: 02/20/2026
• Closing Date: 03/12/2026
• Hiring Agency:
  Health Department
• Division/Unit:
  Health Promotion and Chronic Disease Division / Sage and Cancer Programs
• Work Shift/
  
  Work Hours:
  
  Day Shift / 8 a.m.
  
  - 4:30 p.m.
• Days of Work:
  Monday - Friday
• Travel Required:
  
  Yes - Up to 25% of the time
• Salary Range: $40.26 - $58.20 / hourly; $84,062 - $121,521 / annually
• Classified Status:
  Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 220 - Manager/Unrepresented
• FLSA Status:
  Exempt - Executive
• 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.

The Assistant Section Manager provides leadership, guidance, and oversight for the operations and growth of the Cancer Programs Section (CPS), including Minnesota’s CDC‑funded programs NBCCEDP (Sage), CRCCP (Cancer Screening Quality Improvement), Comprehensive Cancer, and WISEWOMAN (Sage Plus). This position ensures programs are implemented effectively, efficiently, and in compliance with federal and state requirements, while supporting staff development, strategic planning, high‑quality service delivery, and program growth.

• Program Oversight & Compliance:
  Ensure all programs comply with CDC guidelines, state and federal regulations, and grant requirements.
• Leadership & Staff Development:
  Supervisor and mentor staff, including supervisory and operations personnel.
• Strategic Planning & Section Support:
  Recommend priorities and workflow improvements.
• Fiscal & Resource Management:
  Oversee budgets, grants, contracts, and other resources to ensure compliance and effective use.
• Stakeholder Engagement:
  Build and maintain relationships with CDC project officers, state and local partners, clinical and community stakeholders, and legislators.
• Technical Assistance & Community Impact:
  Provide guidance to staff, partners and stakeholders on program development, data modernization, evidence‑based interventions, and equitable service delivery.

In accordance with HR/LR Policy #1422 Telework, this position is eligible for up to 50% telework for applicants who live in Minnesota or in a bordering state within 50 miles of the assigned work location. Candidates residing outside of Minnesota or in a bordering state within 50 miles of the assigned work location at the time of application must be able to relocate to Minnesota within 30 days of their start date.

The telework policy may exempt employees who live more than 50 miles from their primary work location from the 50% in‑office requirement, depending on job requirements, helping the State of Minnesota access top talent across the state.

Three (3) years of experience managing a public health program that includes supervising staff, budget management and oversight, stakeholder engagement and community outreach. Experience must include the following:

• Directing high‑level public health programs or initiatives (e.g., CDC, HRSA, NIH, CMS, State, or Foundation)
• Grant and contract management
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with health professionals, federal and local officials, tribal organizations, community groups, the private and voluntary sectors, and the general public.
• Demonstrated experience in one of the following:
  • Experience as a supervisor, lead worker, team lead, or project lead;
  • Completion of a State of Minnesota leadership program (e.g. ELI, L4, Everyday Leaders);
  • Completion of a similar or equivalent leadership development program through another organization;
  • A paid or unpaid position…