Communications Coordinator : Minnesota

AFSCME Minnesota Council 5
 

Communications Coordinator

Based in South St. Paul, MN

PURPOSE: This position is responsible for implementing and maintaining the internal communications program for AFSCME Council 5, who advocates for excellence in public services, dignity in the workplace, and opportunity and prosperity for all workers. The Communications Coordinator works closely with the field, legislative and political teams.

DUTIES:

• Help develop and implement an annual plan for internal and external communications
• Design and edit publications
• Take photographs, video and live streaming across platforms of people, actions and events.
• Conduct interviews with members and leaders for use in stories, memes, and social media.
• Provide photographic and video services
• Coordinate media outreach
• Communications resource for contract campaigns
• Implement communications strategies to support internal organizing, membership growth, political action, and legislative issues.
• Write speeches for officers, staff and members (including speech coaching)
• Backup for social media, website, etc. and other duties as assigned

SKILLS:

• Experience writing and editing print publications
• Experience photographing people and events
• Proficient with graphic design software
• Knowledge of organized labor and movement building
• Ability to write and speak persuasively
• Ability to work as part of a communications team
• Ability to manage time, prioritize projects, and meet multiple deadlines
• Ability to exercise independent judgment, identify and solve problems

REQUIREMENTS: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with coursework preferably in communications, labor relations, political science, or liberal arts and/or minimum 3 years’ experience in labor, political or community organizing and campaign communications. Candidates must be able to lift up to 30 lbs. and drive an automobile. Some travel, extended hours, and weekend work are required.

COMPENSATION: Competitive salary set by a collective bargaining agreement with the staff union. Includes excellent health, dental and retirement benefits.

TO APPLY: Send cover letter and résumé to Liza Allen at:

AFSCME Council 5, 300 Hardman Ave. S., South St. Paul, Minnesota 55075
Fax: 651-455-1311
Email: Liza.Allen@afscmemn.org

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Monday, January 28, 2019 at 4:00 p.m.

AFSCME Council 5 is an equal opportunity employer.