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Director of Stakeholder Communications

State of Minnesota • Saint Paul, MN • 45min ago

Working Title: Director of Stakeholder Communications

Job Class: Communications Manager 1

Agency: MN State Retirement System

Job ID : 90523

Location : St. Paul

Telework Eligible : Yes, up to 2/3 days per week

Full/Part Time : Full-Time

Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

Date Posted : 11/29/2025

Closing Date : 12/19/2025

Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : MN State Retirement System / MSRS-Managerial

Division/Unit : MN State Retirement System / Executive

Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

Days of Work : Monday - Friday

Travel Required : No

Salary Range: $43.38 - $62.41 / hourly; $90,577 - $130,312 / annually

Classified Status : Classified

Bargaining Unit/Union : 220 - Manager/Unrep

FLSA Status : Exempt - Executive

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 Director of Stakeholder Communications leads the Minnesota State Retirement System (MSRS) communications, marketing, and stakeholder engagement strategies. They oversee the development and execution of strategic communications and marketing, including engagement and outreach efforts, media relations, and social media, to advance the agency's objectives and inform stakeholders, thereby enhancing savings outcomes for plan participants. This position leads the execution of the agency's strategic communications plan while leading initiatives outlined in the strategic plan for the Minnesota State Retirement System (MSRS) to support the agency's mission. This position consults closely with the executive director regarding media relations and acts as the liaison to external stakeholders.

Minimum Qualifications

Four (4) years of experience in communications or public relations demonstrating leadership in strategy development, messaging, and media relations.Four (4) years of experience in communications or public relations demonstrating leadership in strategy development, messaging, and media relations.

Leadership experience can include serving as a supervisor, lead worker, team lead, project lead, or participating in a formal leadership program. A bachelor's degree in Mass Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, or a closely related field may substitute for one (1) year of experience. An advanced degree in these fields may substitute for up to eighteen (18) months of experience.

Candidates meeting the above experience qualification will be further evaluated on:

Knowledge of communications planning, media relations, and project management principles and practices.

Excellent writing, editing, and verbal communication skills to craft messaging that translates technical information into clear, compelling content across a variety of communication channels for various audiences.

Knowledge of various technologies, with the ability to learn and use new communication tools, such as GovDelivery, Adobe, or other software.

Proficiency in creating, posting, and sharing creative, engaging social media content for an organization.

Ability to motivate others and work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience leading communications for a government agency, nonprofit, or mission-driven organization.

Experience advising executives or senior leaders on communications strategies and message development.

Knowledge or experience with government accessibility standards.

Additional Requirements

A written assessment or work sample may be part of the interview process.

It is the policy of the Retirement Systems of MN that all employees submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:

SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and past State employees only)

Criminal History Check

Employment Reference Check

Social Security and Address Verification

Education Verification

Driver's License Check

A written assessment or work sample may be part of the interview process

The Retirement Systems 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 careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.

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