Health Equity Coordinator (FT)

Under the direction of the Racial Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (REDI) Manager, the Health Equity Coordinator is responsible for planning, coordinating, and implementing community outreach and public health initiatives for the City of Brooklyn Park (COBP). This role supports city-wide efforts to advance health equity and address the social determinants of health through collaboration, education, and strategic engagement.

Key responsibilities may include conducting data analysis to identify and address health disparities, leading outreach and engagement efforts, developing and delivering cultural competency training, and collaborating with internal and external partners to implement health equity strategies.

This position is a non-supervisory position.

1. Coordinates the Health on the Go (HOTG) program, including planning, coordination, implementation, of the Health Equity Action Plan (HEAP) to improve health outcomes and access.
2. Develops and maintains strategic partnerships with community-based organizations, healthcare providers, schools, local government agencies, and stakeholders to advance equity-based public health efforts.
3. Designs and facilitates community engagement efforts, including culturally responsive outreach, listening sessions, and authentic relationship building with under-served populations.
4. Coordinates and leads health equity initiatives, cross-departmental collaboration, and programmatic integration of social determinants of health in city planning and service delivery.
5. Conducts data collection and analysis in collaboration with internal and external partners to identify disparities, track outcomes, and evaluate health equity strategies and impact.
6. Prepares and presents reports, dashboards, presentations, and summaries of data-driven health disparities assessments to inform internal planning and share with stakeholders and city leadership.
7. Supports policy development and implementation efforts aimed at reducing disparities and embedding health equity within city-wide policies, plans, and practices.
8. Coordinates internal cultural competency and equity training in collaboration with REDI Manager and other staff to improve understanding and inclusion across departments.
9. Maintains a repository of tools, best practices, and resources, including the management of online content related to health equity and community wellness on the city website.
10. Plans and executes the annual Health on the Go Resource Fair, including logistics, partner coordination, and program promotion to connect residents with key services and resources.
11. Supports the REDI Manager in aligning health equity goals with broader citywide Racial Equity Framework and departmental objectives.
12. Collaborates with REDI team to co-develop inclusive public messaging and resource materials for community distribution.
13. Facilitates quarterly HEAP meetings and ad hoc workgroups to advance targeted equity outcomes.
14. Coordinates evaluation and quality improvement plans related to HOTG and HEAP deliverables.
15. Partners with communications staff to ensure that materials and digital content are accessible, culturally responsive, and equity focused.
16. Assists with development of health disparity education campaigns tailored to high-risk, historically marginalized populations.
17. Tracks and reports on REALD/SOGI (Race, Ethnicity, Language, Disability / Sexual Orientation & Gender Identity) data to monitor progress toward closing health gaps.
18. Provides input and support in the development of internal tools to measure community wellness, health access, and equity improvements.
19. Participates in city, regional, and state-level health equity learning networks and advisory committees.
20. Supports evaluation and refinement of program strategies by identifying best practices, trends, and innovations in health equity.
21. Performs other duties as assigned.

Education
Bachelor's degree in public health, public policy, public administration, social work, education, urban planning, ethnic studies, or closely related field.  
 
Experience 
Four (4) or more years’ experience with some experience in leadership.    

Licenses/Certifications
Valid driver's license

Equivalency 
An equivalent combination of education and experience closely related to the duties of the position MAY be considered. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities 

• Theories, principles, and practices of effective management and strategic planning process and techniques.
• Knowledge of social, political, and environmental issues influencing equity program development and implementation.
• Strong aptitude and ability to analyze data through an equity lens, including disaggregating data, identifying disparities, and translating findings into actionable strategies.
• Effective institutional and organizational change management principles and practices.
• Effective interpersonal and group communication techniques.
• Policy analysis and development techniques and methods of formulating and advocating for public policies specific to equity issues.
• Health equity frameworks, organizational assessments, and policies.
• Ability and experience planning and facilitating multidisciplinary meetings with diverse community groups, including residents and non-profit organizations.
• Ability to create and manage budgets and other financial documents.
• Ability to conduct training in person and virtually.
• Ability to work within deadlines, manage multiple assignments, and set appropriate priorities.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to develop strong relationships with internal and external partners.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with general supervision and exercise sound judgment.
• Proven ability and demonstrated commitment to an inclusive workplace related to racial equity, diversity and inclusion.
• Embrace and engage in cultural shift toward Continuous Improvement.

• Associate's degree or higher in nursing.
• Proven, comprehensive non-profit experience in project management and administrative support for policy development or significant organizational change efforts aimed at promoting equity and inclusion.
• Proven experience in advancing racial equity and equity within organizations.
• Familiarity with local, state, and federal health policies. 
• Strong persuasive grant writing skills and experience.
• Fluency in Spanish, Hmong, Russian, Somali, Lao or Vietnamese language(s).
• Experience working with people from various cultural, socioeconomic, racial, and ethnic backgrounds.

• Core business hours are set by departments based on operational needs.  Alternative schedules can be arranged but must comply with the City’s Alternative Work Arrangement policy. 
• Works flexible hours to attend evening and weekend meetings and events, as needed.
• Prolonged periods of standing, bending, sitting, stooping, kneeling.
• Office environment; exposure to computer screens; working closely with others, frequent interruptions.
• Must be able to lift and carry or otherwise move 10 to 50 pounds regularly/occasionally.
• Ability to meet physical demands of the job, including but not limited to, prolonged standing, walking, and sitting.
• Ability to handle or navigate difficult or emotionally charged interactions with individuals or groups.

Department/Division:  Administration/Administration Services - Racial, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

Anticipated Starting Pay Rate:  $88,275/Annually

We welcome applications from all individuals, including (but not limited to): people of all abilities, persons of color, Veterans, LGBTQ+ and women.  If you need these materials in an alternate format or if you have a disability-related need and need assistance with the application process, please contact Human Resources at either 763-493-8016 or via e-mail at HumanResources@brooklynpark.org.