Web and Accessibility Specialist - Communications Specialist

• Telework Eligible:
  Yes
• Working Title:
  
  Web and Accessibility Specialist
• Job Class:
  Communications Specialist 3
• Agency:
  Health Department
• Job
• Location:
  
  St. Paul
• Telework Eligible:
  Yes
• Full/Part Time:
  Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary:
  Unlimited
• Who May Apply:
  This vacancy is open for bids and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Bidders will be considered through 03/05/2026.
• Date Posted: 02/27/2026
• Closing Date: 03/05/2026
• Hiring Agency:
  Minnesota Department of Health (MDH)
• Division/Unit:
  Executive Office / Communications
• Work shift/
  
  Work Hours:
  
  Day Shift / 8:00am - 4:30pm
• Days of Work:
  Monday - Friday
• Travel Required:
  
  No
• Salary Range: $32.40 - $47.76 / hourly; $67,651 - $99,722 / annually
• Classified Status:
  Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - Minnesota Association of Professional Employees (MAPE)
• FLSA Status:
  Nonexempt
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities:
  Yes

Working 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.

Are you passionate about creating accessible, engaging, and user‑friendly digital content? Do you have a knack for web management, digital accessibility, and innovative communication? If so, we want to hear from you! As a Web and Accessibility Specialist, you will play a vital role in supporting our agency’s digital presence. You’ll be the driving force behind maintaining and enhancing our website and intranet, ensuring they are accessible to everyone.

You’ll collaborate with talented web staff, respond to department requests, and lead accessibility initiatives to make information available and inclusive for all.

In this position you will:

• Manage web systems.
• Oversee accessibility training, tools and resources.
• Maintain and enhance the agency’s website and intranet content, ensuring accessibility and adherence to standards.
• Respond to accessibility requests from internal and external stakeholders.

The Telework Policy exempts employees who live more than 50 miles from their primary work location from the 50% in‑office requirement to help the State of Minnesota benefit from top talent in every corner of the state.

3 (three) years of experience in communications or public relations. Experience must include each of the following:

• Proven experience in website design, content management systems (such as Drupal), HTML, and web content editing.
• Knowledge of web accessibility guidelines (WCAG 2.1 AA).

• Proficiency in software such as Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, SharePoint, Gov Delivery, Google Analytics, and Commonlook.
• Communication skills with the ability to convey technical information to non-technical audiences.
• Experience with web standards, plain language, AP style and graphics management.

• Experience working in a government or public health environment.
• Advanced knowledge of CSS, web development, and multimedia content creation.
• Experience with site improvement tools such as Siteimprove.
• Prior experience providing training or technical assistance on web accessibility and content management.

This position requires successful completion of a background check and employment reference check.

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If you have questions about this position, contact Kathleen Maertz rtz.us or 651‑201‑5936.

To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job #, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Kathleen Maertz rtz.us.

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