Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Ice Safety Coordinator - Communications Specialist 2
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States, 55199
Overview
Position: Ice Safety Coordinator - Communications Specialist 2 Agency: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Job ID: 88422 | Location: St. Paul, MN | Telework Eligible: No (Yes, up to 50%) | Full-Time | Regular/Temporary: Unlimited | Salary: $28.82 - $42.31 hourly; $60,176 - $88,343 annually | FLSA: Nonexempt Date Posted: 08/28/2025 | Closing Date: 09/17/2025 Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers Responsibilities
Develop and execute a statewide ice safety outreach and education program. Target traditional users of frozen waters and educate people who are not familiar with ice safety; identify and remove barriers to participation by providing clear ice safety information. Maintain and review safety curriculum; assist with administration and outreach; support the boat and water safety program. Develop and deliver communications materials and strategies; collaborate with internal and external partners; provide support for outreach campaigns. Engage in public speaking and media communications; prepare talking points and strategies. Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications Two years of professional experience developing and implementing outreach and communication efforts, campaigns, and/or programs. A bachelor\'s degree in natural resources, marketing, communications, public affairs or a related field may substitute for 1 year of experience. Ability to write and communicate clearly to internal and external stakeholders (including media, government and non-government partners, local officials, educators, and customers/readers). Ability to review, interpret and present information to recommend effective communication, advertising, and marketing strategies. Public speaking experience sufficient to develop and deliver speeches and talking points. Experience using social media as part of professional large-scale marketing or outreach campaigns. Experience using Microsoft Office to prepare and deliver essential communications. Project management skills to organize and manage multiple projects; ability to multi-task under competing priorities. Human relations skills to work with diverse groups and gain cooperation of internal and external partners. Preferred Qualifications
A bachelor\'s degree in natural resources, marketing, communications, public affairs or a related field. Experience creating and implementing communications plans for large and small-scale efforts. Additional Requirements
Unrestricted Class D Driver\'s License with a clear driving record. Ability to meet the physical requirements and work in the environmental conditions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B). Background check requirements: conflicts of interest review; criminal history check; education verification; employment reference/records check; license/certification verification. Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes How To Apply
Select Apply for Job at the top of this page. For questions about applying for jobs, contact the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, visit http://www.mn.gov/careers. Contact: Adam Block at adam.block@state.mn.us or 651-259-5057 with questions about this position. Equal Opportunity
Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, public assistance status, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accommodation
Minnesota state agencies make reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance in searching or applying for jobs, contact the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us.
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Position: Ice Safety Coordinator - Communications Specialist 2 Agency: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Job ID: 88422 | Location: St. Paul, MN | Telework Eligible: No (Yes, up to 50%) | Full-Time | Regular/Temporary: Unlimited | Salary: $28.82 - $42.31 hourly; $60,176 - $88,343 annually | FLSA: Nonexempt Date Posted: 08/28/2025 | Closing Date: 09/17/2025 Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers Responsibilities
Develop and execute a statewide ice safety outreach and education program. Target traditional users of frozen waters and educate people who are not familiar with ice safety; identify and remove barriers to participation by providing clear ice safety information. Maintain and review safety curriculum; assist with administration and outreach; support the boat and water safety program. Develop and deliver communications materials and strategies; collaborate with internal and external partners; provide support for outreach campaigns. Engage in public speaking and media communications; prepare talking points and strategies. Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications Two years of professional experience developing and implementing outreach and communication efforts, campaigns, and/or programs. A bachelor\'s degree in natural resources, marketing, communications, public affairs or a related field may substitute for 1 year of experience. Ability to write and communicate clearly to internal and external stakeholders (including media, government and non-government partners, local officials, educators, and customers/readers). Ability to review, interpret and present information to recommend effective communication, advertising, and marketing strategies. Public speaking experience sufficient to develop and deliver speeches and talking points. Experience using social media as part of professional large-scale marketing or outreach campaigns. Experience using Microsoft Office to prepare and deliver essential communications. Project management skills to organize and manage multiple projects; ability to multi-task under competing priorities. Human relations skills to work with diverse groups and gain cooperation of internal and external partners. Preferred Qualifications
A bachelor\'s degree in natural resources, marketing, communications, public affairs or a related field. Experience creating and implementing communications plans for large and small-scale efforts. Additional Requirements
Unrestricted Class D Driver\'s License with a clear driving record. Ability to meet the physical requirements and work in the environmental conditions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B). Background check requirements: conflicts of interest review; criminal history check; education verification; employment reference/records check; license/certification verification. Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes How To Apply
Select Apply for Job at the top of this page. For questions about applying for jobs, contact the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, visit http://www.mn.gov/careers. Contact: Adam Block at adam.block@state.mn.us or 651-259-5057 with questions about this position. Equal Opportunity
Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, public assistance status, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accommodation
Minnesota state agencies make reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance in searching or applying for jobs, contact the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us.
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