This role will act at the lead digital strategist for the web and social media presence at the Governor’s Office. The job will require the development and implementation of the Governor’s Office digital communications vision, strategy and deliverables including a web strategy for the Governor’s web site, the secretariats web sites, and the governor’s social media including Facebook, Twitter, and Flikr. This position will also have a focus on front end web design to create a streamlined user experience for the Governor’s Office. This will be a high contact position interfacing with the Chief of Staff, Communications Director, Governor’s Staff, and Technology Services manager. The successful candidate will be a self-starter with high quality written and communication skills able to interact with the top levels of State Government. 

• Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills

• Advanced understanding of digital media and interactive platforms associated with business models

• In-depth understanding of web/online communications strategy and the latest technologies to enhance the profile and work of the Governor’s Office

• In-depth understanding of how to optimize and integrate web, mobile, social, video, and search mediums to provide the most effective customer experience and information gathering

• Basic knowledge of metric driven programs

• Proven team leader and strategist

• Experience building scalable websites and video platforms

• 3-5 years professional web development and digital strategy experience

• Proven ability to drive web traffic and enhance Search Engine Optimization

• Bachelor's degree desired but not required, preferred field of study:  Communications, Computer Science, Psychology, Digital Marketing, Business Administration or Management.