Title: Deputy Digital Director

State Role Title: 

Hiring Range: $85,000 to $95,000 Commensurate with experience

Pay Band: UG

Agency: Office of the Governor

Location: PATRICK HENRY BUILDING

Agency Website: https://www.governor.virginia.gov/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Office of Governor Abigail Spanberger is seeking a Deputy Digital Director.
The Deputy Digital Director will work closely with the Digital Director and the rest of the communications team to build and sustain the Governor’s online presence. This is a full-time at-will Governor appointed position based in Richmond, Virginia.
This position will:
• Help develop and execute an integrated digital strategy — including but not limited to social media, content creation, and website management
• Develop and execute high-potential concepts for videos to be shared on the Governor’s social media platforms
• Translate complex policy issues into content for wide audiences
• Lead on drafting and posting social media content across platforms
• Identify new opportunities for online engagement and track digital trends to further amplify the Governor’s message
• Assist with capturing video, audio, and photo content as needed
• Track analytics and data
• Perform all other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• At least three (3) years of professional experience planning, drafting, and editing content for a public official, organization, brand, or political candidate
• Experience writing and editing content that captures a principal’s voice
• Ability to provide constructive feedback on content produced by other members of the digital team and other government communications professionals
• Sophisticated understanding of the online ecosystem and how to engage with online communities
• Excellent camerawork, storytelling, and writing skills
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite
• Strong organizational skills to manage and complete multiple projects under competing and tight deadlines
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• A team player

Additional Considerations

Interested candidates should attach a resume, cover letter, and at least three digital samples to this application.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

The Governor’s Office is an equal opportunity employer. The Commonwealth of Virginia and the Office of the Governor are dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse workforce.

This is an At-Will position appointed by the Governor of Virginia. Selected applicant will need to successfully pass a criminal background check. This position is based in Richmond, Virginia.

Interested candidates should attach a resume, cover letter, and at least three digital samples to this application.

Contact Information

Name: Governor's Communications Office

Phone: 804-786-2211

Email: VA75Hiring@governor.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.