Michelle Aguilar
About Michelle Aguilar
Michelle Aguilar serves as the Web Manager at the Minnesota Department of Health, where she has worked since 2016. With a background in journalism and extensive experience in web coordination and information management, she leads initiatives to standardize web policies and enhance website functionality.
Current Role as Web Manager
Michelle Aguilar has served as the Web Manager at the Minnesota Department of Health since 2016. In this role, she leads the standardization of policies, procedures, and tools for the department's web presence. Her responsibilities include enhancing website functionality and ensuring that the web content aligns with the department's goals. Aguilar plays a key role in building collaborative partnerships with IT leaders, facilitating improvements to the website that benefit users and stakeholders.
Previous Positions at Minnesota Department of Health
Prior to her current position, Aguilar held several roles at the Minnesota Department of Health. She worked as an Information Officer 3 from 2001 to 2009, and as an Information Officer 2 from 1999 to 2001. Earlier in her career, she served as an Information Officer 1 from 1998 to 1999. After these roles, she transitioned to web coordination positions, serving as the Department Web Coordinator - IT Specialist 3 from 2014 to 2016, and as a Web Coordinator - IT Specialist 2 from 2009 to 2014.
Education and Expertise
Michelle Aguilar studied at the University of Minnesota, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Journalism with an emphasis in Public Relations from 1995 to 1997. Prior to that, she attended Century College, obtaining an Associate of Arts degree from 1992 to 1995. Her educational background provides a strong foundation in communication and public relations, which she applies in her current role in web management.
Web Content Management Training Development
Aguilar developed a comprehensive web content management training system for division web content staff at the Minnesota Department of Health. This initiative aimed to enhance the skills and knowledge of staff involved in managing web content, ensuring that they are equipped to maintain high standards for the department's online presence.
Early Career at Minnesota Department of Health
Aguilar began her career at the Minnesota Department of Health as a student worker from 1996 to 1998. Following this role, she transitioned into various information officer positions, gaining experience and expertise in communication and information management. Her early career laid the groundwork for her subsequent roles in web coordination and management.