Director Corporate Giving & Community Relations

Employment Type:

ALLETE -

Non-Union FLSA Status:

Exempt:

Salary, not eligible for over time $152,000 - $177,000 | On-Site | Duluth, MN Minnesota Power is seeking a Director of Corporate Giving & Community Relations to lead and shape the company's external community engagement strategy. This role helps position the company and its subsidiaries as trusted community partners and responsible corporate citizens. The Director is responsible for fostering a positive company image with external stakeholders through community partnerships, corporate giving, employee advocacy, and strategic outreach. This role is instrumental in shaping Minnesota Power's reputation and advancing meaningful community impact. What You'll Bring Bachelor's degree in communications, business, public affairs, or a related field. Twelve years of progressively responsible experience in community relations, public affairs, or a related field. Proven leadership in community engagement, strategic partnerships, and stakeholder relations. Experience overseeing corporate giving, grants, sponsorships, or foundation programs. Executive-level communication, presentation, and leadership skills with strong strategic judgment. Valid driver's license required. Ability to travel required. This position may be subject to assessment of skills, job match, and/or aptitude. What You'll Do Lead corporate giving, community relations, and external engagement strategies that strengthen the company's reputation and community impact. Represent the company externally and build relationships with customers, public officials, community organizations, educational institutions, civic groups, business leaders, and other stakeholders. Oversee the Minnesota Power Foundation and corporate grant and sponsorship programs, ensuring alignment with company values, strategy, compliance requirements, and measurable outcomes. Develop strategic partnerships to advance business objectives, community priorities, and employee advocacy efforts, including the ALLETE Advocates program. Prepare and deliver executive-level reports to senior leadership and the Foundation Board on community investments, partnerships, risks, and outcomes. Lead Community Advisory Panels, support employee volunteerism and participation in key community initiatives, and coordinate outreach for operational events. Manage department budgets while monitoring community trends, risks, and opportunities to inform strategic decision-making. Minnesota Power is a leader in sustainable energy, serving Northeastern Minnesota and powering the future through major grid modernization and renewable energy projects. We're headquartered in Duluth, Minnesota, which is located on the scenic shores of Lake Superior. Duluth offers a unique combination of professional opportunity and outdoor adventure and is a welcoming place to live and build your career. The expected annual compensation range for this position is $152,000 - $177,000. Compensation offered to the selected candidate will vary depending on relevant knowledge, skills, training, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, this position qualifies for a comprehensive benefits package, including an Incentive Program, Retirement Benefits, Medical, Dental & Vision Plans, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance, Disability, Tuition Reimbursement, Voluntary Benefits, Paid Absences, and more. Employer will not sponsor Visas for position. External applicants must apply online via www.allete.com/careers. This job posting will be available for application until the position has been filled OR the posting close date noted herein, whichever date is earlier. ALLETE is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability. If you are an individual with disabilities who needs accommodation or you are having difficulty using our website to apply for employment, please contact our Human Resources department at 218-723-7553. EEO/AA/F/M/Vet/Disabled Back Email Apply Now