Job Summary
As the Assistant Director of Communications, you will manage the development and operation of the agency’s media relations/public affairs, social media and internal communications programs. You will assist in the development of the office strategic communications strategy, integrating internal and external communications, social media and visual communications. You will report to the Director of Communications, ensuring the agency’s strategic communications programs align with the Governor’s communications goals, the Agency’s vision and mission and any other initiatives for the agency.
Minimum Qualifications:
Candidates must clearly demonstrate the following qualifications:
- Two years of managerial experience or three years of supervisory experience in the strategic planning, implementation, and administration of an organization’s communications program that includes oversight and expertise in several communication areas (i.e. media relations, social media, visual communications, internal and external communications).
- Experience in shaping and executing complex communications efforts in a deadline-driven, fast-paced environment.
- Expertise in issues management, reputation management, public affairs or public policy.
- Experience in managing, leading, and developing staff sufficient to motivate, direct, and continuously improve their skills and abilities.
- Experience managing program budgets sufficient to ensure office goals are met and agency goals are supported.
- Human relations skills sufficient to effectively interact with internal and external business partners, to create and
maintain a positive, professional working environment for staff as well as positive image for external clients/citizens, to deliver decisions and information, and to resolve disagreements.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working in an organization with multiple locations and/or products.
- Strong knowledge of political process and/or experience working in a political environment.
- Ability to manage complex and/or politically sensitive communications efforts while remaining calm and professional
even under stressful circumstances.
Why Work For Us
Our mission is to protect and improve the environment and human health. We work with many partners (citizens, communities, and businesses, all levels of government, environmental groups and educators) to prevent pollution, conserve resources, and to help ensure pollution does not have a disproportionate impact on any groups of people.
The State of Minnesota offers a comprehensive benefits package including low cost medical and dental insurance, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, retirement plan, tax deferred compensation, generous vacation and sick leave, and 11 paid holidays each year. We emphasize work-life
balance, and strive to have an inclusive workplace for everyone.
Assistant Director of Communications
Posted: January 9, 2020 by MAEE Administration
Category: Minnesota Pollution Control Agency
Job Summary
As the Assistant Director of Communications, you will manage the development and operation of the agency’s media relations/public affairs, social media and internal communications programs. You will assist in the development of the office strategic communications strategy, integrating internal and external communications, social media and visual communications. You will report to the Director of Communications, ensuring the agency’s strategic communications programs align with the Governor’s communications goals, the Agency’s vision and mission and any other initiatives for the agency.
Minimum Qualifications:
Candidates must clearly demonstrate the following qualifications:
maintain a positive, professional working environment for staff as well as positive image for external clients/citizens, to deliver decisions and information, and to resolve disagreements.
Preferred Qualifications:
even under stressful circumstances.
Why Work For Us
Our mission is to protect and improve the environment and human health. We work with many partners (citizens, communities, and businesses, all levels of government, environmental groups and educators) to prevent pollution, conserve resources, and to help ensure pollution does not have a disproportionate impact on any groups of people.
The State of Minnesota offers a comprehensive benefits package including low cost medical and dental insurance, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, retirement plan, tax deferred compensation, generous vacation and sick leave, and 11 paid holidays each year. We emphasize work-life
balance, and strive to have an inclusive workplace for everyone.
Job Summary
As the Assistant Director of Communications, you will manage the development and operation of the agency’s media relations/public affairs, social media and internal communications programs. You will assist in the development of the office strategic communications strategy, integrating internal and external communications, social media and visual communications. You will report to the Director of Communications, ensuring the agency’s strategic communications programs align with the Governor’s communications goals, the Agency’s vision and mission and any other initiatives for the agency.
Minimum Qualifications:
Candidates must clearly demonstrate the following qualifications:
maintain a positive, professional working environment for staff as well as positive image for external clients/citizens, to deliver decisions and information, and to resolve disagreements.
Preferred Qualifications:
even under stressful circumstances.
Why Work For Us
Our mission is to protect and improve the environment and human health. We work with many partners (citizens, communities, and businesses, all levels of government, environmental groups and educators) to prevent pollution, conserve resources, and to help ensure pollution does not have a disproportionate impact on any groups of people.
The State of Minnesota offers a comprehensive benefits package including low cost medical and dental insurance, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, retirement plan, tax deferred compensation, generous vacation and sick leave, and 11 paid holidays each year. We emphasize work-life
balance, and strive to have an inclusive workplace for everyone.