Jenny Passer

Jenny (Smith) Passer, MPH, is an experienced public health professional specializing in epidemiology. Currently serving as an Epidemiologist 2 at Olmsted County Minnesota since August 2019, Jenny has held various roles within the organization, including Epidemiologist 1 and Public Health Strategist. Prior experience includes a position as a Student Worker Para Professional Senior at the Minnesota Department of Health, contributing to a CDC partnership focused on respiratory illness surveillance. Jenny's work history also encompasses roles as an Infection Prevention Intern at Allina Health and Research Assistant at North Sky Health Consulting, where collaborations addressed health disparities and chronic disease management. Educational qualifications include a Master of Public Health in Epidemiology from the University of Minnesota and a Bachelor’s Degree in Community Health Education from the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse.