Strategic External Communications & Operations Manager

RAMSEY COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Retirement contributions

Paid time off and holidays

Life insurance

Health savings account

Monthly parking stipend

Professional development support

Job summary

Ramsey County Historical Society in Saint Paul, MN seeks a Manager of External Communications and Operations to oversee branding, public engagement, and site operations at both Landmark Center and Gibbs Farm Historic Site.

Reporting to the Executive Director, the role coordinates across departments, plans special events, manages communications channels, and ensures consistent storytelling that reflects an inclusive and community-centered history.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, history, museum studies, or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in communications, development, and/or operations, preferably in a museum or cultural org.
• Experience with digital communications platforms, website management, and basic analytics.
• Experience with documentation review, project management, and event planning, plus effective communication strategies.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Strong writing and editing skills for public-facing content.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Collaborative approach with transparent team updates.

Responsibilities

• Implement external communications and branding aligning with mission and strategy.
• Coordinate operational processes and budget tracking across sites.
• Plan and manage special events and rental operations with stakeholders.
• Collaborate with Gibbs Farm and Landmark teams to ensure consistent messaging.
• Track communications performance and audience engagement.

Skills

Digital platforms

Website management

Analytics

Project management

Event planning

Writing & editing

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications, history, museum studies, or related field

Job description

Ramsey County Historical Society in Saint Paul, MN seeks a Manager of External Communications and Operations to oversee branding, public engagement, and site operations at both Landmark Center and Gibbs Farm Historic Site.

Reporting to the Executive Director, the role coordinates across departments, plans special events, manages communications channels, and ensures consistent storytelling that reflects an inclusive and community-centered history.