Director of Marketing & Communications at American Engineering Testing Inc | Saint Paul, MN | $120K/yr – $150K/yr

Director of Marketing & Communications

Saint Paul, MN (On-site)

$120K/yr – $150K/yrDirector/ExecutiveFull time

Posted 4 months ago

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Job Summary

Drive enterprise communications strategy for AET, shaping internal and external messaging, leadership communications, and reputational risk management.

Must-have: 10+ years in senior enterprise communications roles.
Standout: Experience guiding executive messaging and crisis management.

Job Description

Responsibilities

Develop and lead AET’s enterprise internal communication strategy, ensuring employees understand company direction, priorities, and expectations.
Translate business strategy, organizational change, and leadership decisions into clear, timely, and actionable internal communications.
Own internal communication channels, cadence, and standards to ensure consistency and effectiveness across the organization.
Partner with HR and Operations leaders to support: Change initiatives; Organizational updates; Leadership communications; Employee engagement and culture reinforcement.
Ensure internal communications reinforce AET’s values, brand, and “One AET” operating model.
Develop and lead AET’s external communication strategy, aligned to brand positioning, market differentiation, and growth priorities.
Own messaging for external audiences including clients, partners, media, community stakeholders, and industry organizations.
Oversee media relations, public relations, and external visibility efforts to protect and enhance AET’s reputation.
Ensure consistent, compelling messaging across: Website and digital platforms; Marketing campaigns; Thought leadership and industry presence; Client-facing communications and materials.
Serve as a senior spokesperson when appropriate and manage reputational risk and issue response.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Journalism, or related field (Master’s preferred).
10+ years progressive experience across communications, marketing, or related growth functions.
5+ years in a senior leadership role with enterprise or multi functional scope.
Demonstrated experience linking marketing and communications to business development and revenue outcomes.
Strong executive presence with experience advising senior leadership.
Proven ability to develop scalable tools, training, and internal capability.
Instinctive ability to decipher large amounts of data and requests and then distill into clear strategies and communications.
Exceptional coordination and follow-thru skills; demonstrated ability to consistently meet deadlines and performance objectives.
Strong sense of urgency, blended with high-quality standards; experience working in high-performance cultures.
Demonstrated competency with Microsoft Office products; familiarity with research software a plus.