Strategic Communications Coordinator

Position Description

• This position is restricted to current City of Minneapolis employees.

The Strategic Communications Coordinator provides the City of Minneapolis stakeholders the right information, right when they need it. This position develops and executes integrated communication strategies and tactics for both internal and external audiences to advance organizational goals and priorities. This includes administering specific multi-channel communications about policies, services and other government business to ensure the general public, Minneapolis residents, City employees, stakeholders and other targeted audiences receive accurate, timely information about City projects and initiatives.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

WORKING CONDITIONS : Office Environment

Required Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION :

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in mass communications, marketing, journalism, public relations or a related field.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE :

Five years of related work experience.

EQUIVALENCY :

An equivalent combination of education and highly related experience in a similar environment may be considered.

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS :

None

SELECTION PROCESS :

The selection process will consist of one or more of the following steps : a rating of relevant education and experience (100%). It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will be used to determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions. Only those candidates who attain a passing score (70%) on each step in the selection process will be placed on the eligible list. The City of Minneapolis Human Resources Department reserves the right to limit the number in any phase of the selection process.

BACKGROUND CHECK :

The City has determined that a criminal background check and / or qualifications check may be necessary for certain positions with this job title. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the City to obtain their criminal history and / or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.

UNION REPRESENTATION :

This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement between the City of Minneapolis and the MPEA (CPE) . For more information on the terms and conditions of this agreement please visit our website and MPEA.

ELIGIBLE LIST STATEMENT :

The names of applicants who meet minimum qualification and who pass the screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration. This list will be certified to the hiring manager who may use the list to fill a vacancy of the same job title. This eligible list will expire one (1) month after it has been established.

INTERVIEW SELECTION :

The hiring authority reserves the right to determine the maximum number of candidates to interview from the established eligible list. If the hiring authority decides to interview other than by exam score order, they may select additional people to interview based on a candidate's education or experience related to the field, work history, or skills uniquely related to the operational needs of the position.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

As the largest and most vibrant city in the state, Minneapolis depends on purposeful, dedicated and innovative employees. Minneapolis has a large variety of careers for people of all experiences and backgrounds who come together for a singular purpose-serving the residents, businesses and visitors of Minneapolis.

The City of Minneapolis is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.