MEDTRONIC, INC., headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, is the world's largest medical technology company. We are seeking an individual to manage the government affairs internal and external communications program, including content development for the company's soon-to-be launched web-based employee grassroots tool, its federal and state government affairs policy intranet site, as well as its voluntary, non-partisan political action committee website. The candidate will also be responsible for keeping abreast of leading best practices in PAC and grassroots communications.

The ideal candidate will possess a bachelor's degree in Journalism, Government, Political Science or History; 2+ years of experience with website development/content; and/or press releases; and/or major speech writing skills; 2+ years of communications experience (internal/external); and experience with customized/tailor writing to very discreet audiences (internal/external).

TO APPLY: Submit your resume at http://www.medtronic.com/careers . Select Career Opportunities - US & PR. Enter Requisition: 72838. Click on the job title and select "Apply Now" to route your resume directly to the hiring department. No telephone calls or e-mail please!