**Working Title: Communications Director** **Job Class: Communications Manager 2** **Agency: Commerce Department** + **Job ID** : 79937 + **Location** : St. Paul + **Telework Eligible** : Yes + **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time + **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited + **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers + **Date Posted** : 09/05/2024 + **Closing Date** : 09/25/2024 + **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Commerce Dept + **Division/Unit** : Communications + **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Any Shift + **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday + **Travel Required** : No + **Salary Range:** $48.45 - $69.48 / hourly; $101,163 - $145,074 / annually + **Classified Status** : Classified + **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 220 Manager/Unrep. + Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes **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. **Hybrid work environment with potential for telework. Primary work location will be the Golden Rule Building in St. Paul** The Communications Director works closely with the Commissioner and at the direction of the Governor's administration to lead all communication and marketing management work streams at Commerce This senior leadership position provides ongoing strategic planning, implementation, and management of a comprehensive agency communication and media relations plan to engage key external and internal stakeholders, and the public, on the core components of Commerce's mission. The communications director will play a critical role in leading the Commerce Office of Communications to develop a creative and thoughtful strategy to promote the story of Commerce's work for the people of Minnesota, and ensure our work has maximum impact. **Minimum Qualifications** 5 years strategic leadership experience, supervisory, management experience _A bachelor's degree in the areas of Communications, Journalism or Public Relations or a closely related field can be substituted for one (1) year of experience. An advanced degree in Communications, Journalism or Public Relations or closely related field can be substituted for eighteen (18) months of experience._ Applicants who meet the above requirement will be further evaluated on: + Experience in communications and public relations. + Excellent written and verbal communication skills. + Demonstrated proficiency in media relations and interview skills. + Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain positive relationships with a wide variety of people and backgrounds. + Demonstrated ability to think and act creatively to solve complex problems. + Ability to celebrate diversity and a strong commitment to a respectful and inclusive work environment **Preferred Qualifications** + A master's degree in communications, Journalism or Public Relations. + More than four (4) years of experience in communications and public relations. + Experience in government service. + Extensive knowledge of and experience working with in a regulatory environment. **Physical Requirements** Requires occasional moving of articles such as boxes, accounting records, laptop computer, and portable printer. **Additional Requirements** Job offer is contingent upon passing reference checks to verify job-related credentials, a criminal background check and drivers’ license check prior to appointment. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Minnesota 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.