Communications Director

North Star Policy Action (NSPA) seeks a creative and self-driven Communications Director to create and manage a communications plan that builds brand awareness and maximizes the visibility and impact of our research products.

The Communications Director will be responsible for building a communications program, managing media relations, and creating social media and web content. The Communications Director joins a small team that is creative about leveraging our skills and networks to maximize our impact on the policy conversation in Minnesota. 

NSPA is an independent research and communications institute that is dedicated to improving the lives of everyday Minnesotans by advancing bold ideas that change the conversation and bring communities together. We develop and promote data-driven solutions to persistent problems that allow working people to thrive, no matter who they are or where they live. For more information visit northstarpolicy.org.

Specific responsibilities of the Communications Director include: 

• Creating and managing a detailed communications plan that increases brand awareness among the media, policymakers, and the general public
• Writing and producing content for website, social media, media advisories, press releases, remarks, and policy papers
• Managing NSPA’s website, social media and digital communications, regularly posting new and organic content
• Building and maintaining relationships, pitching stories, speaking with and turning out local media
• Organizing and implementing earned media events and editorial board visits

The position will be working remotely, but with regular meetings in the Twin Cities Metro. Some travel for out ­of ­town work assignments will be required.

Job qualifications: 

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Policy, or a related field and five years of experience in communications with a community, labor, non-profit and/or progressive organization(s) or political campaign(s). Or, a combination of education and experience that would provide for the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Knowledge of organized labor and movement building, Minnesota political landscape and/or independent expenditure political campaigns, and have experience facilitating or working in coalitions
• Superior communications skills, including the ability to clearly and concisely summarize complex topics
• Knowledge and experience related to communications planning, social, earned and paid media programs
• Excellent organizational, time-management, and oral and written communications skills
• Strong commitment to social justice
• Thorough knowledge of policy analysis and development
• Ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures
• Ability to handle multiple projects and meet established timelines

Compensation:

This is a full-time, exempt position. Competitive salary commensurate with experience ($100K-$115K); health and retirement benefits.

How to Apply: 

Email cover letter, resume, and two relevant writing samples to jobs@northstarpolicy.org by August 16, 2024. Please reference Communications Director in the subject line.

NSPA is a 501(c)(4) non-profit organization and an equal opportunity, fair chance, affirmative action employer, committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce.  All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, prior record of arrest or conviction, citizenship status, current employment status, or caregiver status.