Minnesota Department of Transportation

As the Director of Communications & Public Engagement, provide managerial leadership to the Minnesota Department of Transportation’s (MnDOT) external and internal communications and public engagement functions. This position:

• Serves as the agency’s lead communications and engagement strategist.

• Oversees the development and execution of a strategic communications and engagement plan with the goal of informing the public and key stakeholders about the agency’s mission and services in creative and innovative ways.

• Oversees the development and maintenance of an infrastructure that supports effective communications and public engagement.

• Manages a staff of professionals responsible for statewide public information and engagement, media relations, digital communications, design, market research, social media, and employee communications.

This position is located at Central Office in St. Paul, Minnesota. This position will have the flexibility to telecommute, work in the office or work a hybrid schedule. The incumbent will be required to complete a telework agreement. The incumbent may be expected to work in the office or travel on occasion.

In-state travel is up to 15% of the time, and out of state travel may include several conferences each year.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Five years of experience leading strategic communications, public engagement planning and implementation for a large organization and/or statewide.

• Experience working with the news media and serving as chief spokesperson.

• Experience developing and implementing crisis communications plans.

• Experience developing, implementing, and ensuring compliance with standards and policies for a variety of communication areas (e.g., editorial, digital, graphics, social media).

• Experience advising and consulting with leaders on communication strategies and messaging.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience managing organizational communications with a public sector organization.

• Experience managing a large budget and planning resources to meet the short- term and long-term goals of the office and the organization.

To Apply: Email your resume and cover letter to jobs.dot@state.mn.us by November 27, 2023

Questions? Contact Heather Madigan Clark, heather.madigan@state.mn.us

Minnesota Department of Transportation