Communications & Marketing Program Coordinator - MN Dept of Transportation
Communications & Marketing Program Coordinator | Salary Range: $29.25 - $42.94 / hourly; $61,074 - $89,658 / annually
Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to get your foot in the door with State of Minnesota? If so, come join our MnDOT team in St. Paul, MN!
WHY WORK FOR US? Check us out: https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/why-work-for-us/
This position may have the flexibility to telework, work a hybrid schedule, or work in the office. The incumbent will be required to make a telework arrangement with their supervisor. The incumbent will be expected to work in the office as determined by policy and discussion with their supervisor.
Our Communications & Marketing Program Coordinator position leads communication, engagement, marketing, and educational efforts for the Office of Transit and Active Transportation’s transit, active transportation, and mobility management programs.
The role focuses on increasing public access, awareness, safety, and understanding of these programs. It involves evaluating and improving communication tools and strategies- such as websites, newsletters, and digital platforms- while collaborating with internal teams and external partners to ensure clear, accessible, and responsive information sharing.
*In-state travel – 15% of time.
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU? Learn more about our benefits: https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits/
· Health & Wellness: Low-cost medical, dental, vision, & prescription drug plans; health, dental, & dependent care spending accounts; Employee Assistance Program (EAP), health & well-being resources
· Financial Well-Being: Public pension plans, deferred compensation plan & health care savings plan; life insurance, short & long-term disability insurance, & paid parental leave
· Professional Development: Tuition assistance, employee education, leadership development
· Work/Life Balance: Paid vacation & sick leave including 12 paid holidays each year
· At-Work Benefits: Employee Resource Groups, employee recognition, employee activities, fitness center at our Central Office
Here are the Minimum Qualifications:
Three years of professional experience in the following:
Experience developing and managing communications or marketing materials—such as websites, newsletters, social media, or public outreach campaigns.
Experience engaging with diverse communities or audiences to improve access to information or services.
Experience with marketing strategies (campaign planning, audience segmentation, media relations, etc.).
A Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or related degree may substitute for one year of professional work experience.
APPLY ONLINE BY 10/13/2025 (only applications received on mn.gov/careers will be considered)
Go to www.mn.gov/careers & click “Search Open Positions”
Enter the Job Opening ID “89228” in the Keywords search box & click “>>”
Click on the Job Title to view the job posting & click “Apply for Job”
When prompted for your Referral Source, please list: Ellen
Visit https://www.dot.state.mn.us/careers/ for a listing of all our MnDOT job openings.
Questions? Contact Ellen Behrhorst (MnDOT Recruitment Specialist) - Ellen.Behrhorst@state.mn.us | 612.346.8330