Public Safety Communications Supervisor | Telework Eligible

State of Minnesota; Saint Paul (MN); Hybrid; USD 88,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is seeking a leader to supervise a DPS Office of Communications team delivering public information, media relations, and marketing support to DPS divisions.

You will provide leadership, direction, and oversight to align communications with DPS mission and priorities, develop crisis plans, and ensure consistent messaging across the agency. Telework up to 50% is possible depending on the role.

Qualifications

• Four (4) years of experience in marketing, public relations, or multi-platform communications including contribution to public relations campaigns.
• Supervisory or lead work experience demonstrating the ability to direct work, manage conflict, hold employees accountable, support growth development, and train and motivate staff to perform jobs effectively.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead a team of DPS Office of Communications (OOC) communications specialists who provide public information, education, media relations, public relations, and marketing support to DPS divisions.
• Provide leadership, direction, and oversight to ensure the team's communications and marketing efforts support DPS's mission, vision, and strategic priorities.
• Help develop and oversee strategic and crisis communications plans, recommend effective communication strategies, and ensure messaging is consistent and effective across the agency.

Skills

Marketing/PR experience

Supervisory experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Journalism/Communications/Public Relations or related field

Tools

AP style writing

ADA/WCAG knowledge

Job description

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is seeking a leader to supervise a DPS Office of Communications team delivering public information, media relations, and marketing support to DPS divisions.

You will provide leadership, direction, and oversight to align communications with DPS mission and priorities, develop crisis plans, and ensure consistent messaging across the agency. Telework up to 50% is possible depending on the role.