Research Communications Specialist

and the job listing Expires on March 2, 2026

Working Title:
Research Communications Specialist

Job Class:
Management Analyst 2

Agency:
Revenue Dept

• Job : 91751
• Location
  :
  St. Paul
• Telework Eligible
  :
  Yes, Up to 50%
• Full/Part Time
  :
  Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary
  :
  Unlimited
• Who May Apply
  :
  This vacancy is open to bidders and to all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Bidders will be considered through 2/6/2026
• Date Posted
  : 01/30/2026
• Closing Date
  : 02/12/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit
  :
  Revenue Dept / Revenue (inc Assessors)-MAPE
• Division/Unit
  :
  Tax Research / Tax Research-Sales/Excise Tax
• Work Shift/Work Hours
  :
  Day Shift
• Days of Work
  :
  Monday – Friday
• Travel Required
  :
  No
• Salary Range: $25.67 – $37.26 / hourly; $53,598 – $77,798 / annually
• Classified Status
  :
  Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union
  : 214 – MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

The work you’ll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well‑being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

Join our team of innovative researchers at the Minnesota Department of Revenue!

The Tax Research Division produces nationally recognized studies and revenue forecasts that shape tax policy and inform legislation. In this role, you will lead the division’s communications and information management efforts, including:

• Developing and implementing communication strategies for the division
• Designing and maintaining website and intranet content
• Organizing, editing, and distributing division publications
• Coordinating the division’s budget and supporting financial planning

This position offers the opportunity to influence how critical tax research is shared and understood across the state.

This position is eligible for hybrid telework. Employees living within 50 miles of the office will be required to work in the office at least 50% of the time each month. Employees may reside outside the state of Minnesota if they live in a state bordering Minnesota and are within 50 miles of the primary work location.

• Two years
  * full-time equivalent professional experience working with online publications and research materials, including content for both internal and external audiences.
  • * A bachelor’s degree that includes coursework in digital media or other communications may substitute for one year full-time equivalent experience. An associate’s degree in digital media or other communications may substitute for 6 months of full-time equivalent experience.
• Experience in writing technical reports, organizing data reports, and compiling research information.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel.
• Experience using SharePoint to build and publish content.

• Training or experience using computer applications such as Drupal, Info Path, Power Automate, Adobe products or similar.
• Training or experience with technical writing.
• Experience leading project teams.
• Ability to design communication strategies and coordinate, edit and publish on-line content.
• Ability to organize division archives, documents, and products.
• Knowledge of budgeting principles.

Requires occasional moving of articles such as boxes, files, and laptop computer.

Prior to an offer of employment, a background check will be conducted. This will include, but is not limited to checking degrees and licensures, criminal history, and tax filing and payment history. All individual income tax filing and payment obligations must be current prior to interviewing for this position.

Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status). The Department of Revenue is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. MDOR does not participate in E-Verify

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