Job Description

Job Description

The position is responsible for the independent planning and day-to-day coordination of the Minnesota Department of Public Safety’s social media presence, recognizing what is newsworthy and of interest to DPS’ diverse audiences; identifying issues and opportunities to engage with the agency’s social media communities; developing ideas for social media ads; monitoring the agency’s social media accounts; and tracking other social media platforms with which DPS’ audiences interact.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

At least an associate's degree in communications or related field and a minimum of 3 years of professional experience in managing and writing for multiple social media platforms.

• Three (3) years of professional-level experience developing integrated communication campaigns for an organization through social media platforms (e.g. Twitter, Facebook, Instagram)
• Demonstrated experience in overseeing social communities, identifying and managing growth strategies, measurement, engagement campaigns, and content strategy.
• Experience planning and placing social media content using social channel dashboards such as Hootsuite or similar.
• Excellent writing skills, with demonstrated experience writing for social platforms.
• Ability to work cooperatively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.

Preferred Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree.
• Experience recommending and/or implementing social media campaigns for community engagement and outreach.
• Strong research skills and ability to translate complicated topics or research into easy-to-understand and engaging content.
• Demonstrated experience in visual storytelling techniques and video editing.
• Understanding of risk communication and crisis communication strategies.

Physical Requirements

Very Light: Requires occasionally moving and transporting such articles as file folders and small tools. May need to maintain a stationary position for long periods of time while carrying out job duties.

Additional Requirements

This position requires successful completion of the following:

It is the policy of the Department of Public Safety that all employees submit to a background investigation prior to employment, includes the following components:

1. criminal history

2. reference check

3. education verification

Application Details

How to Apply

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 Brandon Beguhl at brandon.beguhl@state.mn.us or 651-201-7293.

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 Brandon Beguhl at brandon.beguhl@state.mn.us.

About Public Safety Dept

The Minnesota Department of Public Safety is a large and complex agency dedicated to prevention, preparedness, response, recovery, enforcement and education.

Why Work for Us

Diverse Workforce

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:

• 95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency’s mission
• 91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs
• 88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job
• 87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule

Comprehensive Benefits

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:

• Public pension plan
• Training and professional development
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 11 paid holidays each year
• Paid parental leave
• Low-cost medical and dental coverage
• Prescription drug coverage
• Vision coverage
• Wellness programs and resources
• Employer paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Health care spending and savings accounts
• Dependent care spending account
• Tax-deferred compensation
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Company Description

When you bring your career to the State of Minnesota, the work you do affects the quality of life of millions of Minnesotans. From those who shape policy, to those who keep us safe, preserve our environment, or take care of our most vulnerable populations, we take our responsibilities to the public seriously. We need diverse and talented individuals – like you – to serve our great state and build a better Minnesota.

Company Description

When you bring your career to the State of Minnesota, the work you do affects the quality of life of millions of Minnesotans. From those who shape policy, to those who keep us safe, preserve our environment, or take care of our most vulnerable populations, we take our responsibilities to the public seriously. We need diverse and talented individuals – like you – to serve our great state and build a better Minnesota.