Deputy Digital Director

Salary: $59,345.00 - $90,211.00 Annually
Location : Dauphin County, PA
Job Type: Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time
Job Number: N-2026-51481
Department: Department of Health
Division: HL Cmncs Off
Opening Date: 06/10/2026
Closing Date: 6/23/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code: 05896
Position Number: 00018545
Union: Non-Union
Bargaining Unit: A3
Pay Group: ST07
Bureau / Division Code: 00071401
Bureau / Division: Communications Office
Worksite Address: 625 Forster Street
City: Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Zip Code: 17120
Contact Name: Amber Lontz
Contact Email: alontz@pa.gov

THE POSITION
Are you passionate about creating engaging, relatable content and skilled at managing an organization's digital presence through strategic social media and digital communications planning, development, and execution? The Deputy Digital Director position with the Department of Health offers an exciting opportunity to shape the way public health information is shared across digital platforms. This role combines creativity, strategy, and technology to support clear and engaging communication. You will help bring important health messages to people across the state. Apply today to join a team that values fresh ideas and meaningful public service.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
This position supports the Digital Director in building strong digital communication for the Department of Health. The work focuses on creating, analyzing, and adapting social media and digital content that aligns with agency goals. As a Deputy Digital Director, you will perform the following duties:
Social Media Writing: Create social media content that promotes public health information
Digital Content Design: Develop graphics, videos, and other digital materials with direction from the Digital Director
Trend Monitoring: Study social media trends and suggest ways to include public health messaging
Content Analysis: Review social media comments and analytics to adjust topics and tone
Campaign Support: Assist in reviewing digital campaigns and website content updates
Project Coordination: Oversee special social media projects as assigned by leadership
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 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.
Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 2 days per week, with the remaining 3 days required in the office. 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.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

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 possess a valid driver's license.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
How to Apply: You must attach a cover letter and resume to your application for review by the hiring manager. However, 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.
All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.
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.
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How much full-time professional communications experience do you possess? 2 years or more
1 to less than 2 years
Less than 1 year
None

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If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
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How much graduate coursework have you completed in journalism, marketing, computer programming or graphic design?If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.
If your education was acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visiting and clicking the Evaluation Services Link.
You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted. 60 credits or more
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Additional Requirement - Do you possess a current driver's license which is not under suspension? Yes
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