Senior Director of Outreach and Public Engagement

State of Minnesota, WorkFromHome, MN, United States

Overview

Working Title : Senior Director of Outreach and Public Engagement

Job Class: Governors Staff Managerial

Agency: Governor's Office

Location: St. Paul | Telework Eligible: Yes, up to 50% in accordance with the current telework policy | Full/Part Time: Full-Time | Regular/Temporary: Limited | Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers

What you’ll do

The work you\'ll do is more than just a job. At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

As the Senior Director of Outreach and Public Engagement you will manage the teams and processes that ensure effective, inclusive, and responsive interactions between the Governor’s Office and individuals, communities, and organizational partners across Minnesota. In partnership with the Deputy Chief of Staff for Engagement and External Affairs, you will lead internal coordination and management across functions in public engagement. The Senior Director supervises a team of Public Engagement Liaisons who integrate community perspectives and partner organization leadership into budget development, policy proposals, and state governance.

Responsibilities

Develop workplace to implement the engagement strategies necessary to integrate community perspective into the development of budget and policy proposals.
Manage the day-to-day operations of the Public Engagement team
Ensure that public engagement activities are aligned, partnerships are strengthened and engagement across all levels of Minnesota is ongoing.
Works across engagement functions to create a unified approach that supports the Governor's agenda.
Convenes and participates in meetings between the Governor's Office and/or state agencies and community members and organization.

Minimum Qualifications

Three (3) years of experience leading public engagement, community engagement, and/or external relations activities.
Experience managing staff and interns.
Knowledge of Minnesota's communities, key partners, and issue areas.
Ability to travel throughout the state of Minnesota and work evenings and weekends as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience in state government
Understanding the historical context for racial inequity and its present-day implications in Minnesota
Proficient in language(s) other than English

Physical and Additional Requirements

Physical Requirements: Light lifting, up to 10 pounds, the ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods of time with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Ability to maintain confidential information
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Belief that racial equity and inclusion are important
Continually able to listen, reflect, and act on feedback regarding equity and inclusion to learn
Desire to serve the public and a good knowledge of Minnesota state government and the legislative process

Benefits and Programs

Paid vacation and sick leave
12 paid holidays each year
Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans; fertility care (including IVF); diabetes care; dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
Pension plan that provides income when you retire
Employer paid life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability insurance
Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
Training, classes, and professional development
Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program information for some positions
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support

How to Apply

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Contact

If you have questions about this position, contact Jenn Worthington at or .

Equal Opportunity Employer

Minnesota State is an equal opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination based on race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, public assistance status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. Reasonable accommodations will be made to qualified applicants with disabilities. For assistance, contact the Careers Help Desk at or

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