Public Information Specialist 2 (Digital Content); Central Office

Date Posted:

06/22/26

Applications Due:

07/07/26

Vacancy ID:

218379 Position Information NY HELPYes AgencyMental Health, Office of TitlePublic Information Specialist 2 (Digital Content); Central Office Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers Salary Grade23 Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF) Salary RangeFrom $86681 to $109650 Annually Employment TypeFull-Time Appointment TypePermanent Jurisdictional ClassCompetitive Class Travel Percentage0% Schedule WorkweekMon-Fri Hours Per Week37.5 Workday From8 AM To5 PM Flextime allowed?

No Mandatory overtime?

No Compressed workweek allowed?

No Telecommuting allowed?

Yes Location CountyAlbany Street AddressNYS Office of Mental Health 44 Holland Avenue CityAlbany StateNY Zip Code12229 Job Specifics Duties DescriptionUnder the general direction of the Director, Public Information, the incumbent will be responsible for creating and managing digital content and specific social media channels and participate in the development of new digital communications and applications. 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 QualificationsTransfer 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 CommentsEmployment 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

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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

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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. How to Apply NameCiara Pelham Telephone Fax(518) 486-3897 Email AddressOMHHRM@OMH.NY.GOV Address StreetNYS Office of Mental Health 44 Holland Avenue CityAlbany StateNY Zip Code12229 Notes on ApplyingTo be considered for this position, interested candidates should email a cover letter and resume in Microsoft Word or PDF format to omhhrm@omh.ny. Please include the title of the position and Vacancy ID #218379 in the subject line of your email when applying. You are advised that, should you accept a job offer with the Office of Mental Health, you may be required to be fingerprinted and pay a fingerprint fee.