Communications and Content Creation Specialist

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Job Details

Working Title: Communications and Content Creation Specialist Job Class: Communications Specialist 1 Agency: MN Department of Natural Resources

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted : 01/31/2024
• Closing Date : 02/20/2024
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Department of Natural Resources
• Division/Unit : Operations Services / OSD OCO Strategic Comms
• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
• Days of Work : Monday - Friday
• Travel Required : No
• Salary Range: $24.92 - $36.34 / hourly; $52,032 - $75,877 / annually
• Classified Status : Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MAPE / Minnesota Association of Professional Employees
• FLSA Status : Non- Exempt
• Telework Eligible : Yes
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

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Job Summary

The DNR is seeking to fill one (1) Communications and Content Creation Specialist position at our Central Office location in Saint Paul, MN.

This position exists to help implement communications strategies and projects for the agency through the development of communications deliverables. This includes supporting the vision and strategic planning work of key communications staff (e.g., communications director, assistant communications director, social media coordinator, media relations specialist, etc.), writing and editing content (e.g., newsletters, news releases, social media posts, video/radio scripts, website content, internal emails, intranet and web content, blog posts, etc.), administrative execution of communications workflows (e.g., news release process, social media calendar, paid media processing, etc.), and other key tasks to effectively facilitate the creation and flow of content from idea to publication. This position will work alongside members of the media unit and social media team to ensure quality, engaging, and plain language content for the agency.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Serve as content creator for the Office of Communications and Outreach in support of divisional, regional, and agency-wide communications objectives.
• Assist communications team in executing strategic communications work.
• Provide administrative support to communications team.
• Special projects as assigned to support the objectives and efficiency of the Office of Communication and Outreach.

This position has a flexible work arrangement and may be eligible to telework on a full or part-time basis which is subject to change. If approved, the employee would be required to complete a telework agreement.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Two (2) years of paraprofessional experience OR one (1) year of professional experience with demonstrated knowledge of utilizing basic communications, journalistic, marketing, and social media principles.
  • A bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, social media, journalism, or closely related field may substitute for one (1) year of experience; an associate's degree may substitute for six (6) months of experience.
• Comprehensive knowledge of journalistic principles, practices, and techniques as they relate to the planning, development, creation and implementing of communications assets.
• Ability to create and suggest creative and engaging social media, web, and other content.
• Demonstrated ability to write and edit internal emails, articles, blogs, scripts for video, social media posts, and radio spots.
• Demonstrated writing, editing, and listening skills sufficient to effectively communicate complex, error free information to a wide variety of audiences.
• Ability to communicate the work of the DNR to internal and external audiences.
• Knowledge of marketing/PR, social media, and web best practices.

Preferred Qualifications

• A portfolio that demonstrated versatility across a number of communications channels, including social media and traditional media.

• Previous experience within a newsroom or a creative, media, or PR agency.

• Knowledge of State policies, procedures, and practices in the areas of information and data practices.

• Demonstrated knowledge of plain language principles.

• Demonstrated ability using photo, video, and audio editing tools.

• Interest and enthusiasm for the content and work sufficient to be able to navigate the content of the agency.

• Ability to research content related to the work of the DNR in partnership with Subject Matter Experts.

Additional Requirements

There are no driving duties required.

Applicants must have the ability to meet the physical requirements and work in the environmental conditions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

It is policy of the Department of Natural Resources that all candidates submit to a background check prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:

• Conflict of Interest Review
• Criminal History Check
• Education Verification
• Employment Reference / Records Check
• License / Certification Verification

Application Details

How to Apply

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Why Work for Us

Diverse Workforce

We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota.

A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found:

• 95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency's mission
• 91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs
• 88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job
• 87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule

Comprehensive Benefits

Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:

• Public pension plan
• Training and professional development
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Paid parental leave
• Low-cost medical and dental coverage
• Prescription drug coverage
• Vision coverage
• Wellness programs and resources
• Employer paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Health care spending and savings accounts
• Dependent care spending account
• Tax-deferred compensation
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

We will make reasonable accommodations 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 View phone number on us.fitly.work or email View email address on us.fitly.work and indicate what assistance is needed.