Deputy Digital Director

Do you have a passion for creating engaging and relatable content and excel at managing an organization's digital presence? If so Pennsylvania Municipal Retirement System, Communications Office has the perfect opportunity for you! We are looking for a Deputy Digital Director to play a key role in modernization efforts by shaping our digital footprint with creativity and innovation. In this role, you will provide essential support for digital communications by assisting in the planning, development, and execution of digital strategies. Your dedication will help shape our voice, visibility, and impact across digital platforms!

As a Deputy Digital Director, you will be tasked with managing website content, implementing SEO strategies, as well as overseeing social media and digital marketing campaigns to enhance engagement. Work involves monitoring analytics to assess performance and recommending improvements to ensure the agency’s digital presence remains effective and aligned with the communication goals. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with the Communications Director to develop and refine the agency’s digital communications strategy to ensure the agency remains competitive in digital outreach. Additional responsibilities include:

• Conducting usability testing and gathering feedback to improve website navigation and user experience
• Developing targeted digital marketing campaigns to increase audience engagement and awareness
• Generating reports and insights to inform decision-making and optimize digital strategies
• Developing templates and branding guidelines to maintain consistency across digital platforms
• Coordinating with external vendors and contractors for specialized digital services
• Completing a wide range of administrative functions

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information: 

• Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week

• Work hours are 7:45 AM to 4:15 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 3 days per week. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview. 
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. 
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Two years of professional communications experience and a bachelor’s degree; or
• An equivalent combination of education and experience
  
  

Additional Requirements:

• You must have experience with Adobe Creative Suites.
• You must have experience with digital video editing.
• You must have experience with social networking platforms.
• You must be knowledgeable of the following:
  • Podcast production
  • Digital media analytics
  • The principles and methods of planning and conducting a digital communications program
  • Digital writing and editing techniques
  • Social media platforms
  • Content management systems
  • Web and social media analytics programs
  • Graphic design and video programs
  • Use of social media platforms to convey an agency’s communications objectives
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). 
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.  

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.