What are the responsibilities and job description for the Deputy Director for Communications (ADMINISTRATIVE PROGRAM MANAGER III) position at State of Maryland?
Introduction
When you join the Maryland Department of Human Services (DHS), you join a team of more than 5,000 employees across the state dedicated to positively changing the lives of more than 1 million Marylanders each year. We do this by providing economic support, preventive services, and caring for children and adults.
This is a Management Services position, and serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority.
GRADE
LOCATION OF POSITION
Maryland Department of Human Services
Candidates should take the time to read all the elements of this job advert carefully Please make your application promptly.
Communications Office
25 S. Charles Street
Baltimore, MD 21201
Main Purpose of Job
This position provides support to the Director of the Office of Communications, through campaign management, community engagement and general operational support. The Deputy Director leads Comm’s administration-specific content managers in all aspects of campaign development and management to support clear, concise and consistent messaging and brand awareness across DHS’s digital and traditional channels. The position manages community engagement-related activities, including strategy development, event planning, message development, and monitoring partnerships. This position also serves a critical operational support role in the management of procurement activity, contract monitoring, communications collateral requisition and other related duties as assigned.
In the case of the Director's absence, the candidate should be able to accomplish any and all responsibilities of the director. This position will require to be on-call to respond to questions or issues that emerge related to the department.
POSITION DUTIES
- Lead team of content managers to create and maintain quality, strategy-driven, brand-appropriate messaging for all departments.
- Provide operational support in the management of procurement activities.
- Develop and distribute communications materials.
- Create messaging strategies and campaigns.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education : A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in English / Writing or Political Science.
Experience : Three years of experience in Communications or Marketing.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preference will be given to applicants who possess the following preferred qualification(s). Include clear and specific information on your application regarding your qualifications.
SELECTION PROCESS
Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.
BENEFITS
As an employee of the State of Maryland, you will have access to outstanding benefits, including : health insurance, dental, and vision plans offered at a low cost. CLICK ON THIS LINK FOR MORE DETAILS : STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
The online application process is STRONGLY preferred. If you are unable to apply online, you may mail a paper application and supplemental questionnaire to, Department of Human Services, Employment Services, Attention : Heather Braddy, 25 South Charles St, Room 1116-K, Baltimore, Maryland 21201.
If you have any questions concerning the recruitment process for this position, please email Heather Braddy at heather.braddy2@maryland.gov; include the job title and recruitment # in the subject line.
If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division, at 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov.
TTY Users : call via Maryland Relay.
As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.
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