Senior Level Digital Content Specialist Jobs
Senior level digital content specialist jobs put experienced professionals in charge of content strategy, editorial direction, and the cross-functional teams or projects that bring it to life. Most openings are 17% remote or hybrid, concentrated in Retail, Technology & Software, and Energy, with employers like Amazon, Nve, and CBRE hiring at this level now.
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Duties to be performed include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Updates and manages the agency’s digital content, including video and digital images, and the social media channels used to store these files, ensuring that they are up-to-date and relevant.
- Record and edit videos of OMH and Governor's events; still photography for the Public Information Office.
- Develop proposals and create videos to promote many different facets of the agency's work, including advancing recovery as a primary component of its mission. Assist in OMH recruitment efforts.
- Maintain agency's video equipment with a focus on components that will need replacing/upgrade within two years and identifying additional gear that will assist productions.
- Participate in the redesign of the agency’s website working with the NY.Gov Digital Team to develop a new content strategy.
- Collaborates with agency program managers to identify, cultivate individuals and subjects to promote the agency's mission.
- Educates program areas on how to develop effective video projects, scripts, etc.
- Plans, writes, and edits a variety of draft digital materials and prepares the final copy.
- Communicates and coordinates with the Cluster Digital Information Officer to collaborate on digital campaigns, development, and implementation of OMH and business systems.
- Manages and grows the agency’s video and digital image social media channels on a day-to-day basis to build branding.
- Participates in social media task force meetings, project team meetings, conference panel appearances, and networking opportunities.
- Assists the communications team in researching and responding to inquiries received via digital channels.
Minimum Qualifications Transfer Opportunity:
Candidates must have permanent competitive or 55b/c status as a Public Information Specialist 2 (Digital Content), Grade 23, and be eligible for lateral transfer; OR be eligible to transfer via Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law to the Public Information Specialist 2 (Digital Content) title.
Open Competitive:
Seven years of experience in public relations, social media, and digital
communications. Associate’s, bachelor’s, or master’s degree in Communications,
English, Public Relations, Social Media, Digital Communications, or similar degree,
substitutes for two, four, or five years, respectfully.
Additional Comments Employment with New York State offers unmatched benefits, individual support, and career mobility for motivated individuals including: NYS pension and retirement programs; annual cost of living and performance advance increases; comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans; flexible spending accounts for health and dependent care; paid time off, including thirteen paid holidays per year, and paid personal leave, vacation leave, and sick leave.
For current New York State employees, the starting salary is based on the candidate’s salary at the time of hire.
Specific scheduled hours and telecommuting availability for this position will be discussed during the interview process. Please note, employees are required to apply and obtain approval through management to telecommute according to operational needs and Agency Telecommuting Program Guidelines.
The Mission of the New York State Office of Mental Health is to promote the mental health of all New Yorkers, with a focus on providing hope and supporting recovery for adults with serious mental illness and children with serious emotional disturbances. Applicants with lived mental health experience are encouraged to apply. OMH is deeply committed to supporting underserved individuals, organizations, and communities. To this end, OMH is focused on implementing activities and initiatives to reduce disparities in access, quality, and treatment outcomes for underserved populations. A critical component of these efforts is ensuring OMH is a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees' unique attributes and skills are valued and utilized to support the mission of the Agency. OMH is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS). For the duration of NY HELPS, this title maybe filled via a non-competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply.
At a future date, it is expected that employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to compete in an examination. Employees will then be afforded with all of the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in a NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
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Senior Level Digital Content Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level digital content specialist job?
Employers hiring at this level look for candidates who have owned content programs end to end, not just executed tasks. A strong portfolio showing measurable outcomes, experience leading editorial or content teams, and fluency with content strategy, SEO, and performance analytics will give you the clearest edge. Cross-functional leadership experience and a demonstrated ability to align content to business goals are what separate senior candidates from mid-level ones.
Which companies hire senior level digital content specialists?
Companies hiring senior level digital content specialists right now include Amazon, Nve, and CBRE, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Hiring at this level covers technology companies, media organizations, healthcare systems, and large enterprise brands that maintain mature content operations and need experienced professionals to lead them.
Are there remote senior level digital content specialist jobs?
Yes, remote and hybrid options are common at this level. About 17% of senior level digital content specialist openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting how many organizations have built distributed content teams around experienced specialists who can operate independently and lead without daily in-person oversight.
What makes a digital content specialist role senior level?
Senior level roles are defined by scope and ownership rather than task execution. Candidates are expected to set content strategy, own editorial standards, drive decisions on platforms and workflows, and mentor junior team members. The work involves cross-functional collaboration with marketing, product, and design leadership, and senior specialists are held accountable for content performance against business objectives, not just output volume.
Which industries hire the most senior level digital content specialists?
Senior Level digital content specialist roles concentrate in Retail, Technology & Software, and Energy, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors tend to maintain large, active content operations with complex audience needs, making experienced specialists who can lead strategy and manage production at scale especially valuable.