Public Information Specialist 2 (Digital Content) - VID 218922

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Date Posted 07/01/26

Applications Due07/17/26

Vacancy ID218922

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AgencyGeneral Services, Office of

TitlePublic Information Specialist 2 (Digital Content) - VID 218922

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary Grade23

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $86681 to $109650 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Contingent Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 10%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8 AM

To 4 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

County New York

Street Address 240 W 40th St., 7th Floor

City New York

StateNY

Zip Code10018

Duties Description The NYS Digital Service team at the Office of General Services (OGS) is seeking a skilled Digital Content & Social Media Strategist to lead and refine digital communication and social media initiatives. The Public Information Specialist 2 (Digital Content) will function as the Social Media Strategist and will be a key collaborator with the Governor's communications team, state agency leadership, and policymakers to shape and manage impactful digital content.

This role requires a strategic thinker with a user-focused, continuous improvement mindset to enhance New York State's digital presence.

Ideal candidates are digital content strategists first, with strong expertise in social media management, proficiency in online communication tools, and adaptability to new technologies.

Typical duties include, but are not limited to:

• Consult with program staff and state agencies on online communications, including web content, social media, strategy, and paid advertising.
• Develop, approve, and manage social media and email campaign content, including scheduling and performance analysis.
• Maintain and update the New York State Social Media Style Guide while advising on best practices.
• Monitor state and federal news to inform digital content and strategy.
• Manage and update website content, ensuring accessibility and compliance.
• Test new digital tools, report issues, and collaborate with IT teams for improvements.
• Oversee the creation of multimedia assets, including graphics, photography, and video.
• Supervise and support content creation staff to ensure consistency and quality.

NOTE: This position may require routine evening and weekend work, as well as some travel on occasion between NYC and Albany.

Minimum Qualifications Open Competitive: Seven years of experience* in public relations, social media, and digital communications.

• Substitutions: A degree in Communications, English, Public Relations, Social Media, Digital Communications, or a similar degree may substitute for experience as follows:
• Associates degree: two years of required experience
• Bachelor's degree: four years of required experience
• Master's degree: five years of required experience

Promotional: One year of experience as a Public Information Specialist 1 (Digital Content)

NOTE: IN ORDER TO AWARD THE PROPER CREDIT FOR WORK EXPERIENCE, RESUMES MUST INCLUDE MONTH AND YEAR FOR START AND END DATES. IF ANY OF THIS EXPERIENCE IS LESS THAN FULL TIME YOU MUST INDICATE THE AVERAGE NUMBER OF HOURS WORKED PER WEEK.

Additional Comments The Office of General Services (OGS) is an equal opportunity employer, and we recognize that diversity in our workforce is critical to fulfilling our mission. We encourage applicants from all communities to apply.

For a full version of OGS's EEO/AA statement and benefits joining Team #OneOGS, please visit http://www.ogs.ny.gov/employment.

NOTE ON TELECOMMUTING: Employees are required to apply and obtain approval through management to telecommute according to the agency's Telecommuting Program Guidelines.

Downstate: Location Pay of $4,000

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Human Resources/SP

Telephone 518-473-5282

Fax 518-486-1631

Email Address HRresumes@ogs.ny.gov

Address

Street NYS Office of General Services, HRM

31st Floor Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12242

Notes on ApplyingPlease submit a resume and cover letter to HRresumes@ogs.ny.gov detailing how you meet the minimum qualifications along with the month/year and, if less than full time, the average hours worked per week for each position listed. Indicate the Position Title & Vacancy ID number of each position you are applying to.

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