Communications Director

Position Description

• This position is restricted to current City of Minneapolis employees.

This position is responsible for accurately communicating community safety information, often of an emergency nature, in a timely fashion, no matter the day or time, on behalf of the City of Minneapolis. The position works closely with the OPS Director of Communications, the Mayor's Office, all five OCS Departments, and external partner agencies locally, regionally, statewide, and nationally.

This position directs media relations related to law enforcement and community safety incidents and handles sensitive and confidential information, including non-public data. The position will also serve as the City's lead PIO for emergency incidents involving OCS departments.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Required Qualifications

Minimum Education :

Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Journalism. Public Relations, Social Science or related.

Minimum Experience :

At least five years of experience as a communications director or lead public information officer (PIO), ideally in law enforcement or criminal justice work, with significant market media experience (journalist, reporter, or equivalent).

Licenses / Certification :

Ability to obtain a security clearance and pass a criminal background check. Driver's License.

Interview Selection : The hiring authority reserves the right to determine the maximum number of candidates to interview from the established eligible list.

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.

This position is not represented by a bargaining unit. This is an appointed position.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

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.