Senior Digital Communications Manager

Texas Department of State Health Services; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 78,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Department of State Health Services in Austin seeks a Digital Communications Manager to lead multimedia campaigns, branding, and public health messaging for internal and external audiences. Under the Communications Director, you will shape strategy, supervise teams, and ensure consistency with agency mission.

The role requires advanced writing, editing, and leadership, with hands-on experience in social media, video, and web content.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a four-year college or university with major coursework in communications or related field is preferred.
• Experience in multimedia communications development and execution is expected.
• Ability to manage branding and social media initiatives across campaigns.

Responsibilities

• Provide managerial direction for communications unit and agency public awareness campaigns.
• Oversee development and dissemination of content across social media, video, and web platforms.
• Coordinate with leadership and departments to ensure consistent messaging and brand standards.
• Monitor budgets and schedule for campaigns and projects.

Skills

Public communications strategy

Brand management

Social media management

Advanced writing

Project management

Leadership

Public speaking

AP Stylebook

Plain language

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications

Tools

Microsoft Office

Graphic design/editing tools

Job description

Texas Department of State Health Services in Austin seeks a Digital Communications Manager to lead multimedia campaigns, branding, and public health messaging for internal and external audiences. Under the Communications Director, you will shape strategy, supervise teams, and ensure consistency with agency mission.

The role requires advanced writing, editing, and leadership, with hands-on experience in social media, video, and web content.