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Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development · 1 day ago

Deputy Communications Director - Communications Manager 2

St Paul, MN

Part-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

$48.45/hr - $69.48/hr

5+ years exp

The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development is seeking a Deputy Communications Director to lead public relations and external strategies for the agency. This role involves managing high-level public information campaigns, contributing to communication materials, and supervising a team to align communications strategies with agency goals.

Government Administration

No H1B

Responsibilities

Serve as DEED’s external communications lead; produce communications and public relations plans and direct or partner on the production of high-level materials for the agency, including talking points, opposite the editorial page (op-eds) and more

In collaboration with the Communications Director, direct media relations for the agency. Provide strategic communications advice to the Communications Director and other senior leaders as requested

Think comprehensively about the Administration’s priorities and devise strategies to accelerate them with the public and media; and

Serve as the backup for the Communications Director as needed

Qualification

Public relationsCommunications strategyMedia relationsTeam supervisionSpeech writingProject managementCultural responsivenessCollaborationAdaptability

Required

Five (5) years of experience in communications and/or public relations with at least two (2) years supervising a team (two (2) or more) in meeting related business needs

Bachelor's degree in Communication, Marketing, Public Relations, and Journalism substitutes for one (1) year of experience; Master's degree substitutes for eighteen (18) months of experience

Experience developing and implementing communications plans

Experience working with the news media, including experience developing and executing media strategies and campaigns (print, television, radio, etc.)

Experience advising senior executive level clients and stakeholders on communications strategies and messaging

Experience creating and managing multiple projects simultaneously, including determining requirements, stakeholders and scope of projects

Experience writing a heavy volume of speeches and talking points for a commissioner, executive director, CEO, etc

Experience with high-level communication, demonstrating skill in composition and editing

Preferred

Experience working in state government

Experience planning and executing major press events

Experience working with the Governor's Office and elected officials on press events and roundtables

Experience working in a fast-paced, complex, often-changing environment

Experience working with and responding to situations tied to federal and state laws, Executive Orders, etc. as well as experience with guidelines, policies, and procedures governing appropriate and legal communication requirements (e.g., Plain Language, Data Practices, Data Retention, etc.)

Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from various backgrounds and cultures

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

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

A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance

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