Job Summary

The Division of Fish and Wildlife (FAW) is seeking a Communications Supervisor based in St. Paul, MN. The position provides day-to-day supervision for a team of communications professionals specializing in strategic communications, public and media relations, marketing, and event coordination. Together, the team delivers an integrated, multi-platform public relations, public information, and a marketing program that raises awareness of Minnesota’s fish and wildlife resources, increases participation in outdoor recreation opportunities, and strengthens outreach to diverse communities to better connect all Minnesotans to the outdoors.

This position requires occasional overnight and/or weekend trips to various locations across the state each year to attend special events, including four (4) high-level season opener events annually, among others.

This position has a flexible work arrangement and may be eligible to telework on a part-time basis which is subject to change. If approved, the employee would be required to complete a telework agreement. This position will require reporting to the primary work location on at least an occasional basis for meetings, training, onboarding, etc.

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

1. Multi-Platform content development and delivery
2. Supervision of Integrated Public Relations Unit
3. Strategic planning for integrated communications
4. Internal public relations coordination
5. Continuous improvement and professional development
6. Perform all job responsibilities in a manner that supports a healthy, safe, and productive and inclusive work environment for all employees.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Four (4) years of experience in marketing, public relations, or multi-platform communications with experience creating a variety of communications products.
• Supervisory or lead work experience demonstrating the ability to direct work, manage conflict, hold employees accountable, support growth development, and train and motivate staff to perform jobs effectively.
• Knowledge of principles, tools, and techniques of communications and marketing sufficient to develop and implement successful outreach campaigns and manage a complex multi-platform public relations program. This includes creating communication plans across multiple platforms such as web, social, print, etc.
• Highly effective communication skills, including the ability to effectively communicate with diverse partners and multicultural communities.
• Ability to conduct effective media interviews and establish effective relationships with the media.
• Strong leadership skills, including the ability to maintain effective teams and manage, guide, and communicate with staff and partners at all levels.
• Ability to handle urgent, time-sensitive communications and work directly with high-level leaders, including commissioners and division directors, on sensitive or high-visibility issues.
• Project management skills sufficient to ensure projects are organized, tracked, and completed on a timely basis.
• Knowledge of strategic planning, work planning, and budgeting sufficient to effectively manage the unit’s work.
• Ability to foster an inclusive work environment and meet employee needs related to accommodation, scheduling, expectations, individualized resource needs, training, and development.
• Willingness and ability to travel occasionally, including overnight stays, in various locations throughout the state or across the country for events, meetings, and trainings.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, public relations, communications, natural resources, or other related field.
• Knowledge of natural resources and/or outdoor recreation issues and interests.
• Experience working with diverse communities, including multicultural media or outreach partners.
• Strong problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify issues, recognize problems, and come up with actionable solutions.
• Knowledge of performance measurement and program evaluation methods to ensure unit and program goals and objectives are achieved.
• Ability to successfully manage and lead large, complex, multi-year projects or initiatives.
• Proficiency in a second language spoken within Minnesota.

Job ID: 95792

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Application Deadline: 08/07/2026