Director of Content Development (Deputy Director 3)

The Office of Communications & Marketing promotes the state's public presence with stakeholders, customers, media, and the legislature. We are currently recruiting for a Director of Content Development (Deputy Director 3) to assist our efforts in creating and disseminating internal and external agency communications.

The duties of the Director of Content Development include, but are not limited to:

1. Lead and mentor multiple direct reports to produce high-quality content and achieve established team and agency goals.
2. Collaborate with the Deputy Director of Communications & Marketing to create and adhere to a strategic communications plan.
3. Work closely with Directors of Marketing & Media Relations to align messaging across platforms.
4. Lead written content development across the agency with a focus on humanizing the work.
5. Track output, identify trends, and address opportunities.

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period.
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave, and 11 paid holidays per year.
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave.
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more).
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation).

Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Completion of undergraduate core program in journalism, English, communications or related field; minimum 8 years’ experience; 24 months experience in management.

MAJOR WORKER CHARACTERISTICS:

Proven ability to simplify complex topics; strong writer with experience writing speeches and remarks for executives; thorough understanding of strategic communication; familiar with AP Style and able to create impactful messages for different audiences; understanding of state government and legislative processes; exceptional verbal and written communication skills; knowledge of branding principles; ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously; ability to identify a storytelling opportunity; must have a strong work ethic and take initiative; familiarity with behavioral healthcare is a plus.

• This position is Overtime Exempt.
• This position is unclassified per 124.11 (A) (9), Ohio Revised Code.
• Currently operating under a hybrid schedule. Two days in-office per week, subject to operational need.

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.