Vacancy expired!
Working Title: Public Engagement CoordinatorJob Class: State Program Administrator PrincipalAgency: Transportation Dept
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 03/03/2023
Closing Date : 03/09/2023
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Transportation Dept / Transportation-MAPE
Division/Unit : Commissioners Office / Public Engagement &Constituent
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $28.96 - $42.67 / hourly; $60,468 - $89,094 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
FLSA Status : Nonexempt
Telework Eligible : Yes
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes
Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.Tele work may be considered with a tele work agreement.The purpose of this position is to 1) lead ongoing efforts to develop updated public engagement policy/guidance documents; document best-practices and guidelines and coordinate the sharing of public engagement information and learnings across MnDOT in order for agency staff to effectively involve the public and stakeholders in transportation decision-making and engagement activities; 2) serve as a MnDOT public engagement resource to district and office planning, public engagement and project management staff to assist in the coordination, development and delivery of public engagement plans, training and education in order to increase staff knowledge and skills to effectively engage multiple audiences in transportation planning and decisions.MnDOT does not sponsor applicants for work visas or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.Minimum QualificationsTwo years of advanced professional experience in the areas noted below:Bachelors or Master’s degree in Planning, Political Science, Sociology, Public Relations, Communications, or Community Organizing will substitute for 6 months of experience.
Experience in building and maintaining working relationships with cross-functional teams and diverse stakeholders
Experience in leading, informing, analyzing, and measuring public participation activities
Project management experience in public engagement, education and outreach, and/or marketing communications
Experience in communicating technical information and complex processes in simple terms
Experience creating accessible presentation and educational materials for multiple audiences
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, InDesign, etc.) sufficient to create public engagement tools and training documents, such as brochures, reports, presentations and web content.
Additional RequirementsREFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS:Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and criminal history checkIt is our policy that all candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:SEMA4 Records CheckCriminal History CheckEmployment Reference CheckEducation/License VerificationAN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERMinnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.Reasonable accommodations will be made 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 . Please indicate what assistance is needed.
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