Job Description

Working Title: Communications Coordinator

Job Class: Communications Specialist 2

Agency: Health Department

• Job ID : 89234

• Location : St. Paul

• Telework Eligible : Yes / Hybrid

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : This vacancy is open to all qualified job seekers.

• Date Posted : 10/22/2025

• Closing Date : 10/28/2025

• Hiring Agency: Minnesota Department of Health (MDH)

• Division/Unit : Health Regulation / Communications

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift / 8:00 a.m. -4:30 p.m.

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : Yes - Up to 25% of the time

• Salary Range: $29.25 - $42.94 / hourly; $61,074 - $89,658 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Association of Professional Employees (MAPE)

• FLSA Status : Nonexempt

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities ( : Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

THIS POSITION IS BEING REPOSTED. IF YOU PREVIOUSLY APPLIED TO THIS VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT, YOU WOULD NEED TO REAPPLY TO BE CONSIDERED.

Join our mission-driven team working in the Health Regulation Division, where your expertise contributes to protecting, maintaining, and improving the health of Minnesotans!

The purpose of the position is to serve as the division's coordinator for communications for the Health Regulation Division.

Working as the Communications Coordinator you will:

• Develop content and update the division's website.

• Prepare documents and presentations to comply with accessibility standards.

• Draft messages and communications related to the Health Regulation Division that affect internal and external audiences.

• Edit and publish employee news content.

• Coordinate and execute internal agency events upon direction of the Health Regulation strategic communications leadership.

• Provide communications to support the Health Regulation program areas.

• Create content and email bulletins upon direction of the Health Regulation Division strategic communications lead.

This position is currently eligible for up to 50% hybrid telework for applicants residing in Minnesota or a bordering state within 50 miles of the work location. Telework of 50% or more may be allowed based on position needs and location.

Minimum Qualifications

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

Two (2) years of experience in communications or public relations.

AND

Proficient in the use of software such as Microsoft 365 suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Qualifications to be assessed during the interview process:

• Knowledge relating to basic principles of effective communication for a variety of audiences and communication channels, including the areas of plain language, writing and editing, and digital communication.

• Ability to manage projects of varying sizes and turnaround times.

• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to build and maintain working relationships and partnerships.

• Ability to adapt to change and ambiguity.

• Planning and problem-solving skills.

A master's degree in communications or public relations may substitute for 18 months of experience; a bachelor's degree in communications or public relations may substitute for one year of experience; a related associate's degree may substitute for six months of experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Earned master's or bachelor's degree in communications or public relations.

• Familiarity with the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act and other state or federal laws dictating requirements for data privacy and confidentiality.

• Experience coordinating events, presentations or speeches.

Additional Requirements

This position requires successful completion of a background check and employment reference check.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made 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 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.

Job Tags

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