Jennifer Plum, Mph, Cph
About Jennifer Plum, Mph, Cph
Jennifer Plum, MPH, CPH, serves as the CRI Coordinator for Medical Countermeasures in Emergency Response and Preparedness at the Minnesota Department of Health. With extensive experience in public health, she has held various roles, including Logistics Chief for the Monkeypox Response and Epidemiology Supervisor for COVID-19 case investigation.
Current Role at Minnesota Department of Health
Jennifer Plum currently serves as the CRI Coordinator for Medical Countermeasures in Emergency Response and Preparedness at the Minnesota Department of Health. In this role, she coordinates the Cities Readiness Initiative, focusing on enhancing the state's emergency response capabilities. Additionally, she has been the Logistics Chief for the Monkeypox Response since 2022, overseeing logistical operations related to public health emergencies.
Previous Experience at Minnesota Department of Health
Jennifer Plum has held multiple positions at the Minnesota Department of Health. She worked as the Epidemiology Supervisor for the COVID-19 Case Investigation and Contact Tracing Unit from 2021 to 2022. Prior to that, she served as the Program Manager for the Biomonitoring Unit from 2019 to 2022 and as the Lead COVID-19 Case Investigator from 2020 to 2021. Her roles have involved significant responsibilities in managing public health initiatives and responding to health crises.
Educational Background and Expertise
Jennifer Plum holds a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree from the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, where she studied Community Health Promotion from 2013 to 2015. She also has a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Neuroscience from the same university, achieved between 2004 and 2008. Her educational background supports her expertise in health equity and community engagement, which are critical in her current roles.
Leadership Roles in Community Organizations
Jennifer Plum has held leadership positions in various organizations. She was the Chair of the Board of Directors for Minnesota Roller Derby from 2012 to 2014. Additionally, she served as an Evaluation Consultant for Neighborhood House in 2016. Her involvement in these roles reflects her commitment to community engagement and public health advocacy.
Diverse Work Experience in Public Health
Throughout her career, Jennifer Plum has gained diverse experience in public health. She has worked in various capacities, including as a Direct Support Professional at AME Community Services, a Public Health Consultant at Little Earth of United Tribes, and a Program Manager at WellShare International. This broad experience has equipped her with valuable skills applicable to her current work in emergency response and preparedness.