Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy
The Department of Commerce participates in the E-Verify program.
Agency Information:
As the state’s lead economic development agency, the Kansas Department of Commerce strives to empower individuals, businesses and communities to achieve prosperity in Kansas. Commerce accomplishes its mission by developing relationships with corporations, site location consultants and stakeholders in Kansas, the nation and world. Our strong partnerships allow us to help create an environment for existing Kansas businesses to grow and foster an innovative, competitive landscape for new businesses. Through Commerce’s project successes, Kansas was awarded Area Development Magazine’s prestigious Gold Shovel award in 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024, and was awarded the 2021 and 2022 Governor’s Cup by Site Selection Magazine.
Learn more at kansascommerce.gov
About the Position
Position Description
Who can apply: Open to all
Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified
Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes
Veterans' Preference Eligible: Yes
Location: Topeka, KS
Job Posting closes: July 7, 2026
Compensation: $45,000.00 to $55,818.00 annually
- Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications.
Employment Benefits
Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage
Sick & Vacation leave
Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave
Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually)
Fitness Centers in select locations
Employee discounts with the STAR Program
Retirement and deferred compensation programs
Visit the Employee Benefits page for more information…
Position Summary & Responsibilities
Position Summary:
The Kansas Department of Commerce is seeking a dynamic Social Media Strategist to lead the agency's digital communications presence. This position plays a crucial role in advancing the agency's mission to attract new businesses, invest in quality-of-life initiatives, connect jobseekers to employment, bring new visitors to the state, and promote economic opportunity across Kansas.
The Social Media Strategist will develop and execute a comprehensive social media strategic plan, manage day-to-day channel operations, produce compelling content, and analyze performance data to continuously optimize the agency's digital outreach. This position requires a creative communicator with a strong understanding of communication and social media strategies, as well as digital marketing best practices.
Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:
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Develop, implement, and maintain a creative, comprehensive annual social media strategic plan aligned with the agency's economic development goals, legislative priorities, and communications objectives.
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Conduct audience research to identify target demographics, including businesses, site selectors, investors, entrepreneurs, and workforce development partners
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Coordinate social media strategy with broader marketing campaigns, press initiatives, and legislative communications efforts.
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Maintain a rolling editorial calendar that aligns with economic announcements, business development milestones, legislative sessions, industry events, and agency programs.
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Establish key performance indicators (KPIs), benchmarks, and reporting cadences to measure the effectiveness of social media activities.
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Develop platform-specific strategies for LinkedIn, X (Twitter), Facebook, Instagram, and emerging platforms appropriate to the agency's audiences.
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Manage agency accounts and ensure brand consistency across all channels in accordance with state communications standards.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Two to three years' experience managing social media channels (including creating concepts, content and design)
Post-Offer, Pre-employment Requirements:
Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate required in accordance with Executive Order 2004-03. Each applicant (even non-residents) who is selected for a State of Kansas job vacancy must apply for a Tax Clearance Certificate within 10 days from the date of the offer letter by accessing the Kansas Department of Revenue's (KDOR) website at www.kdor.ks.gov/apps/taxclearance/Default.aspx .
If you need assistance with the tax clearance, please contact KDOR at (785) 296-3199 or by email at [email protected]
Recruiter Contact Information
Name: Angie Krahe
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 785.291.3568
Mailing Address: 1000 SW Jackson Street; Suite 100, Topeka, KS 66612
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Start your draft job application, upload other required documents, and Submit when it is complete.
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Required Documents for this Application to be Complete.
Upload these on the Careers - My Job Applications page
DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran’s Preference)
Upload these on the Attachments step in your Job Application
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Resume
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Cover Letter
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Portfolio/work samples
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How to Claim Veterans Preference
Veterans' Preference Eligible (VPE): Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a "veteran"; under K.S.A. 73-201 will receive an interview if they meet the minimum competency factors of the position. The veterans' preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determine by the hiring manager.
Learn more about claiming Veteran’s Preference
How to Claim Disability Hiring Preference
Applicants that have physical, cognitive and/or mental disabilities may claim an employment preference when applying for positions. If they are qualified to meet the performance standards of the position, with or without a reasonable accommodation, they will receive an interview for the position. The preference does not guarantee an applicant the job, as positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determined by the hiring manager.
Learn more about claiming Disability Hiring Preference
PLEASE NOTE: The documentation verifying a person's eligibility for use of this preference should not be sent along with other application materials to the hiring agency but should be sent directly to OPS. These documents should be sent either by fax to (785)296-7712, scanned and emailed to [email protected], or can be mailed/delivered in person to:
ATTN: Disability Hiring Preference Coordinator
Office of Personnel Services
Landon State Office Building
900 SW Jackson, Rm 401
Topeka, KS 66612
Equal Employment Opportunity
The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.
If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the agency recruiter.
