Phyllis Brashler
About Phyllis Brashler
Phyllis Brashler serves as the Supervisor of the Capacity Development Unit at the Center for Public Health Practice within the Minnesota Department of Health, where she leads a team to enhance public health systems. With a strong background in sociology and public policy, she emphasizes collaboration, social justice, and continuous learning in her work.
Work at Minnesota Department of Health
Phyllis Brashler serves as the Supervisor of the Capacity Development Unit within the Center for Public Health Practice at the Minnesota Department of Health. She has held this position since 2023, working remotely. In her role, she provides supervision and guidance to a team of regional staff, focusing on nurturing an adaptive and effective governmental public health system.
Previous Employment Experience
Prior to her current role, Brashler worked at the State of Maryland, Department of Human Resources, Office of Transitional Services as a Program Specialist from 1997 to 1998. She also served as a Program Coordinator at the Massachusetts Department of Education from 2000 to 2003. Additionally, she worked at the Minnesota Department of Health in the Community and Family Health Division as a State Program Planner from 2008 to 2012.
Education and Expertise
Brashler holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology from Beloit College, which she completed from 1992 to 1996. She furthered her education by earning a PhD in Sociology from Northeastern University, studying from 1998 to 2006. Additionally, she obtained a Graduate Certificate in American Public Policy from the University of Maryland Baltimore County, completing her studies from 1996 to 1997.
Professional Values and Approach
Brashler emphasizes systems thinking and analytical skills in her work. She is dedicated to social justice and equity, actively seeking out communities of change-makers. Her professional values include humility, collaboration, and transparency, which guide her in achieving shared goals in team-oriented, mission-driven organizations.