Communication And Community Outreach Project Coordinator - Human Services Program Representative 2

Communication And Community Outreach Project Coordinator

Job Class: Human Services Program Representative 2

Agency: Human Services Department

Location: St. Paul

Telework Eligible: Yes

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Regular/Temporary: Unlimited

Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers

Salary Range: $32.40 - $47.76 / hourly; $67,651 - $99,723 / annually

Classified Status: Classified

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

FLSA Status: Nonexempt

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.

This position is eligible for telework for applicants who reside in Minnesota or in a bordering state, with supervisory approval and satisfactory performance. If you live in a state bordering Minnesota, you must live within 50 miles or less from the primary work location to be eligible for telework.

This position exists to design an internal and external facing communication plan for community outreach and engagement strategies to ensure access and reduce disparities in outcome across DHS program and services. The Communication and Community Outreach Project Coordinator is part of the Community Relations Division, which focuses on representing the agency to external partners through communications, government relations, public policy, and community engagement. This position will develop and implement community centered communications strategies that support all of l Community Relations projects and activities. The position will support all aspects of communications for Community Relations in both internal and external initiatives and projects by updating internal and external websites, developing impact reports and evaluation that will advance and elevate the priorities of Community Relations Division. The Communication and Community Outreach Project Coordinator will identify and implement opportunities to establish collaborative communication between the agency and our community partners, community-based organizations, nonprofits, private entities, and community members that lead to policy solutions that promote equity and inclusion for all Minnesotans. This position will provide guidance and assistance to senior leadership in the development and implementation of a DHS communication and community engagement strategic plan.

Responsibilities Include But May Not Be Limited To:

• Coordinate outreach initiatives, fostering relationships with community organizations and partners and facilitating communication between DHS staff and external stakeholders and partners.
• Developing communication strategies for community engagement, organizing events and forums and establishing partnerships to enhance outreach efforts and evaluate impact of efforts.
• Focus on grant management and oversight with community partners sharing DHS work.
• Responsible for data analysis and reporting to support informed decision-making and program evaluation.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret data related to community engagement, grant performance, and program outcomes.
• Act as a main point of contact for community partners and stakeholders, offering technical assistance on engagement strategies and supporting the coordinating statewide meetings and presentations.

Minimum Qualifications

Three (3) years of experience managing projects related to human services, public health policy, social services, or health disparities. Experience must include:

• Understanding of social and health disparities issues affecting populations of color, American Indians, and other populations.
• Ability to form and sustain collaborative and effective relationships with a wide variety of diverse individuals, community groups, and organizations.
• Ability to collect, analyze and interpret data.

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Public Relations, or another related field may substitute for one (1) year of work experience. OR Master's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Public Relations, or another related field may substitute for two (2) years of work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with grants.
• Knowledge of Minnesota's Human Services Health Programs and/or delivery systems.
• Experience presenting data.
• Engagement and outreach skills to negotiate a variety of interests to reach consensus.
• Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

Reference/background checks – DHS will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and a criminal background check prior to appointment. 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 careers@state.mn.us. Please indicate what assistance is needed.