Community Relations Manager manages programs supporting the corporate strategy designed to promote and represent the organization and brand as a socially responsible force in the community. Creates and plans outreach programs that engage, support, and partner with the community and produce a positive impact to address local issues. Being a Community Relations Manager collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to develop clear objectives and deliver meaningful and measurable results. Supports community relations programs' entire life cycle, including coordinating events, managing volunteers, and executing grant proposals. Additionally, Community Relations Manager requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a head of a unit/department. The Community Relations Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Community Relations Manager typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Come help the Department of Corrections transform lives for a safer Minnesota! Each day when you come to work for the Department of Corrections, you have the opportunity to truly make a difference in the lives of those under our care and for those in communities throughout Minnesota.
Working Title: Director Community and Media Relations (Communications Manager 2)
Job Class: Communications Manager 2
Agency: Corrections Dept
The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.
This position serves as the chief communications, community engagement, and recruitment Director for the Commissioner at the Minnesota Department of Corrections. With a key role on the Commissioner's executive team, the incumbent serves as a strategic advisor to the Commissioner and agency leadership on communications, reputational risk, and community engagement and is responsible for advancing, promoting, and protecting the Department's culture, values, and mission . The incumbent ensures an integrated approach to external and internal communications. The incumbent is also responsible for advising executive management with actionable direction on communications strategy to advance operations, legislative proposals and relations, legal affairs, and other matters . Additionally, the incumbent leads community engagement for the Commissioner, including engagement with families impacted by the Department's mission and work, non-governmental community stakeholders, and others to support the Department's mission and policy agenda.
This position is responsible for developing and implementing a branding strategy that advances the DOC's mission, promotes the DOC as a public safety employer of choice, ensures a consistent and effective brand message, and provides for innovative approaches to meet the goals and priorities of DOC facilities, community services, and other units . The incumbent also plays a lead role in crisis management and response, including serving as the primary spokesperson both during crises and more broadly . As a senior leader, this position involves significant discretion and substantial involvement in the development, interpretation, and implementation of Department-wide policies and services, and is responsible for representing the Department to key stakeholders and the public .
This position also develops, implements , and monitors recruitment/talent acquisition and retention practices for the Department of Corrections . This position develops and analyzes metrics and qualitative data to improve service delivery and the effectiveness in the areas of recruitment and retention . This position works with Human Resources Leadership and the Communications and Recruitment Director on statewide referral, hiring incentives, and retention programs .
The following qualifications are required of all applicants seeking consideration for this position:
Five (5) years professional communications experience that includes strategic planning, implementation, and administration of an organization's communications program with oversight and expertise in several communication areas (i.e. media relations, social media, visual communications, internal and external communications). *A Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or related field may substitute for 1 year of professional communications experience
Demonstrated leadership experience . Leadership experience can include experience as a supervisor, lead worker, team lead or project lead, or completion of a State of Minnesota leadership program (e.g. ELI or SLI).
Applicants that meet the above minimum qualification will be further evaluated on the following :
Communication skills sufficient to write succinct and clear content, talking points, reports and plans and facilitate meetings with varied and diverse stakeholders
Experience developing and maintaining relationships with partners and stakeholders at all levels
Ability to adapt to changing priorities with multiple and varied assignments
The following qualifications are strongly desired of applicants seeking consideration for this position:
The selected finalist is required to review and sign a Physical Demands Analysis (PDA) for this position . For a copy of the PDA, please email Cathy Bisser at cathy.j.bisser@state.mn.us .
The selection process may include screening the top candidate(s) on their criminal history, predatory offender registration, offender associations and/or other applicable background information in accordance with Department of Corrections' policy .
Employment history/reference checks, including incidents of sexual harassment, will also be conducted on the top candidate(s) in accordance with Department of Corrections' policy . This may include a review of job performance and discipline records .
New employees will be fingerprinted within the first 30 days of employment.
Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers .
If you have questions about the position, contact Cathy Bisser at cathy.j.bisser@state.mn.us
To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Cathy Bisser at cathy.j.bisser@state.mn.us
Go from a job to a meaningful career with the Minnesota Department of Corrections where we work to transform lives for a safer Minnesota! We hold people responsible for the offenses they commit while giving them the tools they need to succeed as they transition back to our communities . These people may be incarcerated in our correctional facilities or be under our supervision in the community . No matter a person's custody status, our mindset is the same: a person's path to rejoining the community starts on the day they begin serving their sentence . Become part of this mindset by joining our team! With the DOC you will find many promotional opportunities, great State of Minnesota benefits, competitive pay, free parking, and workout facilities at most locations .
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:
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:
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 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and indicate what assistance is needed.