Communications Specialist - Communications Specialist 4

Communications Specialist

(Communications Specialist 4)

Salary Range: $70,783- $104,964 /annually

The Communications Specialist 4 provides communications, marketing, design, and photography services at Minnesota Management and Budget (MMB), the agency responsible for statewide human resources and fiscal management. The position oversees communication and marketing activities – including enterprise-wide communications and marketing -- for work units throughout the agency. On an ongoing basis, the Communications Specialist 4 leads communications and marketing efforts for MMB’s Enterprise Talent Development, Results, and Management Analysis and Development services.

This position is responsible to:

· Develop, implement, manage and evaluate internal, enterprise and external communication and marketing strategies, programs, and campaigns for the agency

· Identify communication opportunities and target audiences

· Create copy for publications, news releases, legislative reports, social media, website, Teams and SharePoint

· Assist in the preparation of speeches, presentations, and briefing materials for agency leaders

· Present independently in support of agency or enterprise initiatives, programs and services.

· Create impactful, effective, accessible graphic designs for digital and print communications, reflecting MMB and state brand standards

· Take and edit photographs, produce videos, and manage related workflow, priorities, deadlines and budget implications

This position will have the flexibility to work a hybrid schedule or work in the office. The incumbent will be required to complete a telework agreement if they work a hybrid schedule.

Minimum Qualifications:

• At least four (4) years of professional-level experience.

• A Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations, or a related field may substitute for one (1) year of professional-level experience

• A Master’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations, or a related field may substitute for eighteen months (18) of professional-level experience.

Professional level experience must include:

• Excellent interpersonal and human relations skills to effectively relate and work with a diverse population of stakeholders.

• Experience working in web content management systems.

• Solid editing and writing skills

• Strong graphic design skills and experience with design software

• Strong photography and videography skills and knowledge of associated editing software

• Close attention to detail.

• Ability to translate complex information into compelling messages that are easy to understand.

• Strong organizational and project management skills.

• Ability to work independently, applying professional judgement to new situations .

• Thorough knowledge of communications practices.

• Demonstrated proficiency in media relations and interviewing skills.

• Demonstrated ability to think and act creatively to solve complex problems.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with public sector organizations.

• Familiarity with AP writing standards

• Knowledge of state policies, procedures and practices in the areas of information, financial and human resources management.

• Understanding of social media tools.

· Ability to utilize qualitative and quantitative statistical methodology to measure, track and analyze metrics and provide guidance to adjust work or strategies.

REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS-

Minnesota Management and Budget will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and a criminal background check prior to appointment.

HOW TO APPLY:

http://mn.gov/mmb/careers/

Job Posting: 73136

Closing date: 2/8/2024