Working Title: Communications Specialist 3Job Class: AASD-MBA Communications, Training and Accessibility LeadAgency: Human Services Department
Job ID : 79090
Location : St. Paul
Telework Eligible : No
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 08/03/2024
Closing Date : 08/16/2024
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Human Services Dept / MAPE DHS Central Office
Division/Unit : Aging and Disability Services Administration / Aging and Adult Services
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift, 8:00am-4:30pm
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $31.92 - $47.05 / hourly; $66,648 - $98,240 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
FLSA Status : Nonexempt
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes
a) This position has a flexible work arrangement that may allow for Telework or a mixture of working in our office and TeleworkThe Department of Human Services is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DHS does not participate in E-Verify.The work you'll do is more than just a job.At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.The Communications Coordinator supports the agency's mission and priority work of Aging and Adult Services (AASD), MN Board on Aging (MBA) and the Age-Friendly Council by providing communications to advance equity, raise public awareness, and provide critical information about programs and services for internal and external audiences. Responsibilities include:
Plan, develop, coordinate and implement communications strategy, procedures and activities for the division to ensure internal and external stakeholders are well informed
Offer consultation to subject matter experts on communications strategy, best practices and implementation
Leading work groups to advance and implement new initiatives for the division
Conduct research and develops key messages for senior leadership
Serving as AASD and MBA lead public website developer and accessibility expert advocate
Minimum Qualifications3 years professional experience planning, designing, writing, and editing print and electronic communications materials or tools. Experience must include:
Website standards and best practices, sufficient to develop and maintain websites and measure usability and accessibility
Communicate complex issues, orally and in writing, clearly and effectively with a wide variety of colleagues and audiences
Designing effective, accessible communications materials sufficient to share technical, complex information or issues to a broad audience
Plan, develop, and implement effective communication, marketing, or public relations strategies sufficient to meet agency communication needs
Bachelor’s Degree in related field may substitute for 1 year of experiencePreferred Qualifications
M ethods of effective, accessibility communications through creation of high quality, compelling graphics, and design elements
Applying plain language and accessibility standards to communication materials sufficient to ensure clear and concise messaging that can be accessed by all
Measure and evaluate communication efforts sufficient to identify areas for improvement and develop recommendations
Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and/or cultures
Additional RequirementsTo facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS - The Department of Human Services will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERMinnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.
