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Working Title: Communications Specialist - Information Officer 3

Job Class: Information Officer 3

Agency: Education Department

+ **Job ID** : 87787

+ **Location** : Minneapolis

+ **Telework Eligible** : Yes - Up to 50%

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

+ **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited

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

+ **Date Posted** : 07/25/2025

+ **Closing Date** : 08/15/2025

+ **Bid Open** : 07/25/2025

+ **Bid Close** : 08/01/2025

+ **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Education Department / MDE-Central Office-MAPE

+ **Division/Unit** : Education-St Paul / Workforce and Low Incidence Disabilities

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

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

+ **Travel Required** : No

+ **Salary Range:** $27.84 - $40.82 / hourly; $58,129 - $85,232 / annually

+ **Classified Status** : Classified

+ **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/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

CURRENT permanent-classified MDE employees represented by MAPE who are eligible for interest bidding for the position should consult Article 16, Vacancies, Filling of Positions, Section 3, Job Posting and Interest Bidding, of their negotiated agreement. In order to be considered for the position as an interest bidder your application must be received by the "Closed for Bid" date listed above AND you must email the recruiter indicating your interest bid.

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 Communications Specialist in the Special Education division, you will act as a point of contact between Special Education, Minnesota IT Services (MNIT), Communications and other divisions to develop and publish accessible products which support the mission and work of the division. Duties will include:

+ Guiding the development and implementation for Special Education communications, including the development and implementation of timely, accurate, accessible information to key community members via appropriate methods.

+ Planning and promoting key Special Education communications initiatives for community members such as forums, advisory panel events, internal division communications and other projects as needed.

+ Coaching, mentoring and advising Special Education staff to improve accessible communications strategies and skills and help staff as appropriate on communications issues.

Minimum Qualifications

Please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicate the beginning and ending month and year for each job held. Only applicants whose resumes clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for this position.

Three (3) years of related professional experience that includes experience developing and publishing accessible products that comply with Web Content Accessibility Guidelines 2.1 and Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act.

OR

A degree and two (2) years of related professional experience that includes experience developing and publishing accessible products that comply with Web Content Accessibility Guidelines 2.1 and Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act.

Preferred Qualifications

+ Experience coordinating between different divisions or organizations.

+ Experience with planning promoting and providing technical support for community members participating in online and in-person events.

+ Experience as a content manager to create, revise, edit and review publicly posted documents and webpages that adhere to policies and procedures.

Additional Requirements

A job offer will be contingent upon successfully passing a background check. The background check may consist of the following components:

+ SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and former state employees only)

+ Employment Reference Check

+ Conflict of Interest Review

+ Driver's License Check

+ Criminal Background Check

The Minnesota Department of Education will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US.

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.