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Working Title: MBS Digital Communications Officer

Job Class: Communications Specialist 2

Agency: MN Department of Natural Resources

+ **Job ID** : 87131

+ **Location** : St. Paul

+ **Telework Eligible** : Yes, hybrid up to 50%

+ **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time

+ **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited

+ **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers

+ **Date Posted** : 7/11/2025

+ **Closing Date** : 7/31/2025

+ **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Department of Natural Resources

+ **Division/Unit** : Ecological and Water Resources

+ **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift

+ **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday

+ **Travel Required** : No

+ **Salary Range:** $28.82 - $42.31 / hourly; $60,176 - $88,343 / annually

+ **Classified Status** : Classified

+ **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 214 - MN Association of Professional Employees/MAPE

+ **FLSA Status** : Nonexempt

+ Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

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.

The Department of Natural Resources is currently seeking a Communications Specialist 2 to provide statewide program leadership for the Minnesota Biological Survey (MBS) in the interpretation and display of biodiversity data and information for use in conservation and management decisions and prioritization throughout the state.

It includes the creation of original nature-themed illustration, design, and cartography, complex project management, and ongoing coordination among programs, Divisions, and the Department. The position provides and oversees the production of original content directly to DNR website and social media platforms, publications, reports, promotions, and cartographic projects. Resulting materials and services are delivered and promoted to internal and external clientele and the public throughout the state.

This position creates and coordinates the production of accurate and engaging communications that are consistent with program and DNR policies, branding, and strategic priorities. It works with field data, consults with program scientists and other specialists, visit field sites, and review related scientific information to develop thorough and accurate content. They create distinct, engaging works that are available to resource managers and the public. Work includes the creation of original graphic art and design and cartographic displays for MBS published works and coordinating with publishers.

The position manages the MBS webspace and components of the Ecosystem Management and Protection (EMP) Section and Division biodiversity webspace and develops and coordinates MBS content on Department social media platforms. The position provides technical guidance and subject matter expertise in the Agency for graphic arts and design, technical writing, science-based communications, production processes, web and social media content development and delivery, and associated policy and statutes (e.g., ADA, plain language, accessibility).

This position may be eligible to telework on a part-time basis which is subject to change. If approved, the employee would be required to complete an annual telework agreement.

Minimum Qualifications

+ Bachelor's degree in fine arts, graphic arts, illustration, communications, writing, English, or related field.

+ Two years professional experience creating and managing web and social media content, desktop publishing, and html coding; AND developing and delivering original graphic and written communications on nature and ecology for a program, organization, or equivalent.

+ Professional experience developing and implementing a communications plan for a nature or ecology program, organization, or equivalent.

+ Advanced skills in graphic design software packages and programs (e.g., Adobe Dreamweaver, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign, Microsoft Office Suite) sufficient to render accurate and compelling visualizations for print and dynamic web environments.

+ Two years professional experience with geographic information system software (e.g., ArcMap, ArcPro) for map layout and design.

+ Two years professional experience editing and proofing the writing and graphic design work of colleagues.

+ Demonstrated knowledge of Minnesota’s native plants, animals, and ecosystems sufficient to effectively communicate with staff biologists/ecologists and render scientifically accurate and precise products.

+ Ability to work with diverse interests to communicate and collaborate effectively on projects.

+ Ability to manage a large and diverse project portfolio sufficient to maintain, organize, communicate, and deliver work priorities within budgetary and time constraints.

+ Professional experience with Accessibility requirements (e.g., Federal Law Section 508), including remediation of Program communications to comply with Federal and State digital accessibility mandates.

Preferred Qualifications

+ Five years professional experience developing and delivering original graphic and written communications on nature and ecology.

+ Five years professional experience creating and managing web and social media content, desktop publishing, and html coding.

+ Demonstrated examples (more than one) of your original nature artworks used in professional publications, government or organization reports, or equivalent.

+ Demonstrated examples (more than one) of your original nature written works, or written works for which you were the primary or lead editor, being used in professional publications, government or organization reports, or equivalent.

+ Demonstrated examples (more than one) of your original cartographic or map design works used in professional publications, government or organization reports, or equivalent.

Additional Requirements

Applicants must have the 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.

It is policy of the Department of Natural Resources that all candidates submit to a background check prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:

+ Conflict of Interest Review

+ Criminal History Check

+ Education Verification

+ Employment Reference / Records Check

+ License / Certification Verification

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota 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 [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.