Community Engagement Manager

City of Minneapolis
$86,950.24 - $111,525.44 Annually
medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, parental leave, vacation time, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan, pension
United States, Minnesota, Minneapolis
Feb 20, 2025
Position Description Assist the Department in the day to day department management, and act as primary departmental resource for community interaction. Salary: Anticipated starting salary is: $86,950.24 - $111,525.44, depending on qualifications. Work Location This position may be eligible for flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work with some days working remotely and some days working in the office. The City of Minneapolis does not sponsor applicants for work visas. Job Duties and Responsibilities Serve as the coordinating staff person for the Neighborhood Safety Department in community outreach and engagement efforts. Research, monitor and disseminate up-to-date strategies and practices for community engagement to Neighborhood Safety Department Participate as a member of the Department's management team, assisting in development of budget, business plan updates, strategic goals and objectives and performance measures. Assist with the preparation of the annual budget and long term financial plans including monitoring spending and actual budget, make recommendations to correct spending and assist in identifying and implementing cost reduction and control measures. Consult with and coach City departments and staff members on the development and use of enterprise-wide and department specific community engagement activities. Promotes integration of the missions of the Neighborhood Safety Department work with the overall mission and strategic plans of the City and community partners as appropriate. Represent the Neighborhood Safety Department at City Council meetings and intra-city department meetings as required. Participate on cross-departmental work teams to complete multi-department projects, share Information, improve City-wide systems, and enhance community relationships. Train, supervise, evaluate, and discipline department support personnel and collaborate with the Director to hire qualified staff as needed. Assist the Access and Outreach and Neighborhood staff align their work with City departments. WORKING CONDITIONS:* Normal Required Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's Degree in Urban Studies, Public Administration, political science or equivalent. MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: Three years of related job experience, or equivalent with at least one year in the public sector and one year as a supervisor. LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS: N/A Equivalency An equivalent combination of education and experience closely related to the duties of the position MAY be considered. Selection Process The selection process will consist of one or more of the following steps: a rating of relevant education and experience and/or an oral examination (100%). It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will be used to determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions. Only those candidates who attain a passing score (70%) on each step in the selection process will be placed on the eligible list. The City of Minneapolis Human Resources Department reserves the right to limit the number in any phase of the selection process. Background Check The City has determined that a criminal background check and/or qualifications check may be necessary for certain positions with this job title. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the City to obtain their criminal history and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position. Union Representation This position is NOT represented by a collective bargaining agreement between the City of Minneapolis. Eligible List Statement The names of applicants who meet minimum qualification and who pass the screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration. This list will be certified to the hiring manager who may use the list to fill a vacancy of the same job title. This eligible list will expire 1 month after it has been established. Interview Selection The hiring authority reserves the right to determine the maximum number of candidates to interview from the established eligible list. If the hiring authority decides to interview other than by exam score order, they may select additional people to interview based on a candidate's education or experience related to the field, work history, or skills uniquely related to the operational needs of the position. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Ability to negotiate and work collaboratively Ability to lead, organize and manage multiple projects. Ability to understand policy and management implications of program issues and make recommendations. Ability to lead groups in complex decision making processes Strong working knowledge of the organization and operation of City Government. Strong knowledge of project management. Strong skills in community engagement, communication planning, strategic and tactical planning. Management skills and ability to delegate tasks and measure performance. Demonstrated leadership skills, conflict management skills and interpersonal skills. Strong oral and written presentation skills. Demonstrated budgetary and financial management skills Knowledge of office procedures, principles of administration, organizational structures and unit coordination. Preferred but not required: Fluency in one or more languages spoken by the City's immigrant and refugee populations (such as Hmong, Lao, Oromo, Spanish, Somali, Vietnamese) As the largest and most vibrant city in the state, Minneapolis depends on purposeful, dedicated and innovative employees. Minneapolis has a large variety of careers for people of all experiences and backgrounds who come together for a singular purpose-serving the residents, businesses and visitors of Minneapolis. The City of Minneapolis is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.