Grade: PM2 FLSA Status: Exempt
Safety Sensitive Position: No
Supervisor Title: Engagement and Communications Director
Minimum Qualifications of Education and Experience:
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Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, public relations or a similar degree field
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five years of work experience in a communications field, engagement, marketing, digital communications, and/or public relations.
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Any satisfactory equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the job proficiently may be substituted for the above requirements.
Nature of Work:
The Engagement and Communications Coordinator is a creative, adaptable, and highly self-motivated professional who plays a key role in advancing the City’s Strategic Plan through meaningful public engagement and effective communication. Under the direction of the Engagement and Communications Director, this position leads the City’s public engagement efforts and supports both internal and external communication initiatives.
This position requires a positive, innovative, and forward-thinking individual who welcomes change, adapts quickly to shifting priorities, and understands how to contribute within a creative and fast-paced environment. The Coordinator is responsible for developing authentic engagement opportunities, creating compelling communication materials, supporting organizational messaging, and helping ensure that community voices are heard and reflected in City initiatives.
A key focus of this position is identifying community-wide engagement opportunities and creating a visible City presence at community, neighborhood, and partner events. The Coordinator proactively seeks opportunities to connect with residents, businesses, community groups, and stakeholders in settings where people naturally gather, helping strengthen relationships, build trust, expand participation in City initiatives and supporting transparent communication across the organization and with the public. Success in this position requires more than completing assigned tasks; it requires initiative, creativity, strategic thinking, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
About Us:
Our employees are committed to working in an environment that fosters the core values of the City of Mankato – positive attitude, accountability, respect, teamwork, and integrity. We care about making a positive difference in the lives of others. Our work is challenging and has purpose. We listen and engage with each other and our community. We are empowered and trusted to make good decisions that align with the public service principles and core values. Our organization is committed to investing and developing each other. We will recognize and celebrate our collective achievements and individual accomplishments.
We take pride in investing in our employees. Our team enjoys a supportive work environment that encourages not only success for the community we serve, but for you as well. Come grow your career with us!