Strategic Communications Lead — Government & Media

Metropolitan Council; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 104,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

The Metropolitan Council seeks a Senior Communications Consultant to develop and manage communication strategies that advance the Council’s brand, vision, and goals. The role supports externally focused projects requiring high-level consultation on public policy and legislative requests.

Ideal candidates bring experience in strategic planning, content creation across channels, and collaboration with executive leadership.

Qualifications

• The role requires strategic communication planning and execution for external audiences.
• Experience guiding messaging for public policy or legislative requests is preferred.
• Ability to collaborate with leadership and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a communications strategist and provide consultation and implementation support.
• Lead development and execution of strategic communication plans including print, online content, and social media.
• Act as brand strategist for council messaging and audience targeting.
• Coordinate with media relations to craft content and prep spokespeople.
• Research and analyze business needs to align with organizational goals.
• Plan events with measurable goals and stakeholder engagement.

Skills

Strategic communications

Media relations

Brand strategy

Public policy

Crisis communications

Project management

Analytics

Executive communication

Diversity and outreach

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in marketing, communications, English, journalism, or related field

Job description

The Metropolitan Council seeks a Senior Communications Consultant to develop and manage communication strategies that advance the Council’s brand, vision, and goals. The role supports externally focused projects requiring high-level consultation on public policy and legislative requests.

Ideal candidates bring experience in strategic planning, content creation across channels, and collaboration with executive leadership.