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Communications Coordinator

Open Until Filled: Application Review Begins Monday, November 16, 2026

Reports to: Chief Executive Officer

Location and Salary/Benefits:

  • This position is full-time and based in Mankato, Minnesota.
  • Occasional travel throughout Minnesota and evening or weekend work is required for meetings, conferences, and events.
  • Base salary starts at $62,000 – final offer dependent on experience. 

 

Job Summary:

The Communications Coordinator is responsible for leading strategic communications that inform, engage, and build trust with Minnesota pig farmers and key stakeholders by communicating the work of the Minnesota Pork Board and Minnesota Pork Producers Association.

This role will serve as the organization’s storyteller for farmer communications, advocacy efforts, and scientific topics impacting Minnesota pig farmers.

 

Responsibilities:

  • Lead farmer- and stakeholder-focused communications for the Minnesota Pork Board (MPB) and Minnesota Pork Producers Association (MPPA) including:
    • Designated social media platforms
    • Websites
    • Print newsletters
  • Email communications
  • Event communications
  • Radio segments
  • Human-interest and industry stories
  • MPPA member, policy, and advocacy communications
  • Partner with team members in their subject matter areas to execute program communications.
  • Lead content development, advertising, and publication of Minnesota Pork Congress Magazine.
  • Coordinate news releases, media inquiries, talking points, and other public relations materials.
  • Support crisis and issues communications as needed.
  • Keep farmers and stakeholders informed on latest updates regarding state and federal animal health work.

 

Required Skills and Abilities:

  • Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop and execute strategic communication plans.
  • Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills with attention to detail.
  • Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
  • Creative, collaborative, and adaptive with a willingness to embrace new ideas and technologies.
  • Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with farmers, industry partners, media, and other stakeholders.
  • Experience with digital communication tools, including website content management, email marketing platforms, and social media.
  • Maintain a valid Class D driver’s license.
  • Ability to remain insurable for driving and physical losses to the organization.

 

Qualifications:

  • B.A. / B.S. in agricultural communications, journalism, public relations, animal science, or related field.
  • Prior professional experience in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing, or a related field preferred.
  • Experience or familiarity with agriculture, livestock production, animal health, or agricultural organizations is preferred.

 

Physical Requirements:

  • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working at a computer.
  • Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds on an intermittent basis.
  • The ability to hear, understand, and distinguish speech and/or other sounds.
  • Near visual acuity.
  • The ability to operate a computer, phone, and keyboard.

 

Application Materials:

  • Resume
  • Cover letter
  • References upon request
  • Relevant work samples may be requested during interview process

 

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.