DDA CONTENT MANAGER (ADMINISTRATOR III) Job at State of Maryland in Baltimore

IntroductionGRADE: 18LOCATION OF POSITION: MDH, Office of Communications, Baltimore, MDMain Purpose of Job: The purpose of this position is to manage and create multi-strategy content to raise awareness of DDA priorities, initiatives, and policies, and to provide essential information and resources to targeted audiences.The DDA content manager will create quality content for DDA’s social media channels, Web pages, campaigns, events, and newsletters, as well as draft press releases, facilitate responses to media inquiries, and provide a strong connection between DDA and the Office of Communications. The individual will also ensure the integrity of the Department’s brand throughout all DDA materials. This position will also work closely with other administration-specific content managers to provide additional support as needed on campaigns, media inquiries, events, etc. This position requires occasional on-call availability.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.Experience: Six years of administrative staff or professional work.Notes:Candidates may substitute 30 college credit hours from an accredited college or university for each year up to four years of the required experience.Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and two years of experience in administrative staff or professional work for the required experience.Candidates may substitute the possession of a Master's degree from an accredited college or university for the required experience.Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer involving staff work related to the administration of rules, regulations, policy, procedures, and processes, or overseeing or coordinating unit operations or functioning as a staff assistant to a higher ranking commissioned officer on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Preferred candidates should possess the following:A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university;Experience writing press releases, media advisories, newsletter content, social media posts, and website content, with the ability to interpret complicated policy and technical information for a general audience;Experience planning press conferences and special events;Attention to detail and strong follow-up skills;Ability to work collaboratively with a team, as well as complete tasks independently.LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS: Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.SELECTION PROCESS: Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training, and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all related education, experience, dates, and hours of work. Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview). Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added. Incorrect application forms will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Candidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.BENEFITS: STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITSFURTHER INSTRUCTIONS: Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to MDH, Recruitment and Selection Division, 201 W. Preston St., Room 114-B, Baltimore, MD 21201. Paper application materials must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted. If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload. If you are unable to upload, please fax the requested information to 410-333-5689. Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time. For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the MDH Recruitment and Selection Division at 410-767-1251. 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. Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: 410-767-1251 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.#J-18808-Ljbffr