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Senior Policy Aide/Press Secretary

Salary

$94,857.00 - $106,823.00 Annually

Location

Minneapolis, MN

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

2025-00522

Department

Mayor

Opening Date

11/06/2025

Closing Date

11/20/2025 11:59 PM Central

FLSA

Exempt

Bargaining Unit

CPA

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Position Description

The Office of Mayor Jacob Frey is seeking highly-qualified candidates for the position of Press Secretary. This position provides communications, research, policy, and outreach assistance to Mayor Frey.

This position in the Mayor's Office is politically appointed.

The City of Minneapolis does not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Communications

+ Effectively manage relationships with members of the press.

+ Draft and incorporate relevant feedback for a broad spectrum of external and internal communications on behalf of the Mayor.

+ Vet and provide recommendations to senior staff and the Mayor for proactive and reactive media decisions.

+ Identify short and near-term opportunities for social media engagement.

+ Draft and implement over-arching social media strategy guidelines and planning documents.

+ Draft and incorporate relevant feedback for social media posts.

+ Work with Enterprise Communications and relevant internal staff to manage the Mayor’s web presence.

+ Brief staff and stakeholders in preparation for priority events and interviews.

+ Provide audio and video technical support at events hosted by the Mayor.

+ Provide on-call, emergency material and technical support for the Mayor and various parties in City Hall.

+ Appropriately handle confidential information as required and exercise discretion in communicating sensitive information with relevant parties.

Outreach and Research

+ Assist policy team in reviewing and understanding legislation.

+ Organize events and opportunities to connect with constituencies across the city.

+ Develop, vet, and pitch proactive external engagement opportunities.

+ Work with the Policy and Communication Teams and relevant internal and external stakeholders to execute and/or support events.

+ Provide additional research and outreach capacity to the Mayor’s Office.

+ Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

+ A bachelor and/or Master’s degree from an accredited college.

+ 3-5 years of experience that includes related job duties and responsibilities.

+ Attention to detail.

+ Reliable and self-motivated.

+ Proven organizational skills.

+ Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

+ Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

+ Excellent time management skills with proven ability to meet deadlines.

+ Professional and tactful interpersonal skills.

+ Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and independently, handling multiple tasks simultaneously.

+ Knowledge of, and the ability to use, modern office computer software including word processing, spreadsheets, and other software programs; advanced experience with Microsoft Outlook and Office Suite a plus.

+ Candidate will be expected to regularly work nights and weekends.

Required Attachments:

You must attach a resume and cover letter to your application. Without a resume and cover letter, the application may be deemed as incomplete and will not be considered further.

Background Check:

The City has determined that a criminal background check and/or qualifications check may be necessary for certain positions with this job title. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the City to obtain their criminal history and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

+ Strategic thinker.

+ Experience with public policy.

+ Experience working with elected officials.

+ Demonstrated success interacting with people from a broad range of backgrounds.

+ Understanding of the legislative process or previous political experience.

As the largest and most vibrant city in the state, Minneapolis depends on purposeful, dedicated and innovative employees. Minneapolis has a large variety of careers for people of all experiences and backgrounds who come together for a singular purpose—serving the residents, businesses and visitors of Minneapolis.

The City of Minneapolis is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.

Benefits Summary

Our employees enjoy competitive salaries and generous benefits. We pride ourselves on a comprehensive benefits program that supports employees' health and financial well-being. Programs, resources, and benefit eligibility varies based on position, average hours worked, location and length of service. For detailed benefits information, please visit the benefits page (http://www.minneapolismn.gov/hr/benefits/WCMS1Q-066289) .

Insurance

Health insurance

Eligibility for benefits begins the first of the month following employment date. The City of Minneapolis offers eligible employees one plan design (http://cityofminneapolis.welcometomedica.com/page/61) with a choice of six provider networks, allowing you to select the best option for you. Available plans include Medica Choice Passport, Medica Elect, VantagePlus with Medica, Park Nicollet and HealthPartners Medical Group First with Medica, Ridgeview Community Network powered by Medica, and Clear Value with Medica.

Dental insurance

The City of Minneapolis offers dental insurance through Delta Dental of Minnesota and pays 100% of the monthly premium for eligible employees.

Life insurance

The city provides basic life insurance of one times your annual salary up to $50,000. You can elect to purchase optional life insurance.

Paid time off

Our generous leave package includes vacation, holidays and paid sick leave, which gives employees the opportunity to enhance their quality of life outside work. Amounts and accrual rates are based on years of experience and collective bargaining agreements (http://www.minneapolismn.gov/hr/laboragreements/index.htm) .

Paid parental leave

City employees are eligible for up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in the event of a birth or placement for adoption of a child.

Retirement

City employees earn a pension and may choose to participate in additional retirement savings programs.

+ Pension: The City of Minneapolis participates in the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA). Employees and the City both contribute a percentage of your pay to fund future benefits.

+ Deferred compensation: Employees may choose to participate in pre-tax or after-tax savings plans through the Minnesota State Retirement System (MSRS).

Transportation

Eligible City employees may choose to participate in the following transportation programs:

+ Metropass: TheMetropass (http://www.minneapolismn.gov/hr/benefits/trans/benefits\_pre-tax-transit) program allows eligible employees to enroll in a pass for unlimited bus or light rail rides at a discounted price.

+ Parking or Van Pool:The City of MinneapolisTransportation Benefits Plan (http://www.minneapolismn.gov/hr/benefits/trans/WCMS1P-113620) gives you options to pay certain commuting costs, such as qualified parking and van pool expenses, with pre-tax dollars.

Learning and development

To engage and develop employees, the City of Minneapolis offers classes in leadership, cultural agility, change management and more. Additionally, educational discounts at Augsburg University, Hamline University, St. Catherine’s, and St. Mary's University of Minnesota are available to City employees.

Other perks

Employees can also take advantage of flexible spending accounts, theEmotional Wellbeing Solutions (https://www.minneapolismn.gov/government/departments/hr/benefits-wellness/) , health club discounts and more.

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+ College or University

+ Community organization

+ Job Fair

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Employer

City of Minneapolis

Address

350 South 5th Street

Room 1

Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55415

Phone

(612) 673-2282

Website

http://www.minneapolismn.gov/jobs

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