Social Media Coordinator (Deputy Digital Director)

Do you thrive in a highly collaborative and fast-paced environment where the work is different every day? Are you are interested in aquatic recreation, and are a positive ambitious, detail-oriented person? If this sounds like you, we invite you to become a member of our team in the Bureau of Outreach, Education, and Marketing. A Social Media Coordinator manages the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission’s (PFBC) social media communications and messaging. Apply today and make your career aspirations a reality!

In this vital role, work involves creating and managing inclusive and accessible high-quality digital content; developing social media strategies and tactics that align and support the Commission’s goals and branding standards; ensuring excellent digital constituent experiences; and, working with third-party marketing firms to maximize opportunities for agency digital success. The Social Media Coordinator effectively communicates the PFBC mission, vision, and values along with the importance of PFBC programs. Responsibilities include creating, capturing and managing high-quality digital content, including but not limited to: video and audio assets, photography, creative graphics, digital marketing and advertising. You will have the opportunity to develop social media strategies and tactics, manage the Commission’s social media channels, and create and maintain content calendars. Communication is key as you obtain and review user-generated content and respond to questions and concerns expressed on social media platforms by the public, partners, and other constituents.

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. 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.
• 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 at least two years of professional social media communications experience. 
• You must have at least two years of professional experience creating, curating, and managing high-quality and accessible digital content, including but not limited to: video and audio assets, photography, creative graphics, digital marketing and advertising (including integrating user generated content).
• You must have at least two years of experience developing social media plans and calendars for at least one business/agency.
• You must have professional experience managing a website, including copy writing for web/blog platforms.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

• This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law.
  • Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.

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.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.

 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.