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Minnesota Department of Transportation · 3 days ago

Aeronautics Communications Coordinator - Communications Specialist 2

St Paul, MN

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

$29.25/hr - $42.94/hr

3+ years exp

The Minnesota Department of Transportation is focused on developing policies and providing essential services to improve the quality of life for all Minnesotans. They are seeking an Aeronautics Communications Coordinator to manage internal and external communications for the Office of Aeronautics, and to lead the development of a comprehensive Aeronautics Strategic Communications Plan.

GovernmentInfrastructureNon ProfitTransportation

No H1B

Responsibilities

Coordinating all internal and external communications and outreach efforts specific to the Office of Aeronautics

Leading the development and implementation of a comprehensive Aeronautics Strategic Communications Plan

Serving as the primary liaison for communications with internal and external partners, including MnDOT divisions, other state agencies, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), airport sponsors and staff, consultants, aviation stakeholders, and the public

Qualification

Strategic communicationsDigital media campaignsSocial media managementRegulatory communicationCommunity engagementSurvey developmentAdobe Creative CloudPhoto editingCommunication skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Three years of professional communications experience demonstrating:

Experience managing strategic communications plans and outreach initiatives, and

Experience in creating and implementing digital media campaigns, including managing social media platforms and maintaining accessibility standards (e.g., ADA compliance), and

Experience interpreting and communicating regulatory requirements across multiple communication media platforms, and

Experience engaging with diverse communities or audiences to improve access to information or services

A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Communications, Journalism or a closely related field substitutes for one year of professional communications experience

Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and criminal history check

Preferred

Communications experience in a government, transportation, or aviation-related setting

Experience in developing survey questions and using online survey tools such as Formstack and Microsoft Forms

Proficiency in designing and editing content using Adobe Creative Cloud tools (Acrobat Pro, InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator) and modern photo editing platforms such as Adobe Lightroom, Affinity Photo, and Canva

Benefits

Paid vacation and sick leave

12 paid holidays each year

Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans

Fertility care, including IVF

Diabetes care

Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children

6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children

Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)

Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death

Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury

Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care

Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being

Training, classes, and professional development

Tuition reimbursement

MnDOT Student Loan Reimbursement Program (Visit Student Loan Reimbursement - Policies - MnDOT (state.mn.us) for more information)

Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support

Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues

Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care