Joshua Smith, Mph
About Joshua Smith, Mph
Joshua Smith, MPH, is a Public Health Specialist with a background in biology and environmental health. He currently works at The Arc Minnesota and the Minnesota Department of Health, while also serving as a Senior Certified Pharmacy Technician at Walgreens.
Work at Minnesota Department of Health
Joshua Smith serves as a Public Health Specialist at the Minnesota Department of Health. He has held this position since 2021, contributing to public health initiatives in the state. His role involves collaborating with various stakeholders to promote health and wellness across communities. Joshua's work focuses on implementing strategies that address public health challenges and improve health outcomes.
Current Position at The Arc Minnesota
In addition to his role at the Minnesota Department of Health, Joshua Smith is also the Housing Access Coordinator at The Arc Minnesota. He has been in this position since 2021, where he works to enhance housing access for individuals with disabilities. His responsibilities include coordinating resources and support services to ensure equitable housing opportunities within the Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area.
Education and Expertise
Joshua Smith earned his Bachelor's degree in General Biology from the University of Minnesota, completing his studies from 2016 to 2020. He further pursued his education at the University of Minnesota School of Public Health, where he completed a Master of Public Health (MPH) through the 4+1 Accelerated Environmental Health program from 2019 to 2021. His academic background equips him with a strong foundation in public health and environmental health principles.
Previous Experience at The Arc Minnesota
Before his current roles, Joshua Smith worked as a Metro Regional Quality Council Intern at The Arc Minnesota in 2020. During this four-month internship, he gained practical experience in quality assurance and program evaluation, contributing to initiatives aimed at improving services for individuals with disabilities in the Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area.
Experience at Walgreens
Joshua Smith has been employed as a Senior Certified Pharmacy Technician at Walgreens since 2017. In this role, he provides support in pharmacy operations, ensuring the safe and efficient dispensing of medications. His experience in the pharmacy setting complements his public health work by enhancing his understanding of healthcare delivery systems.