Deputy Press Secretary

City of New York • New York City, NY

4d • $85,000 - $100,000

About The Position

The New York Police Department is seeking a Deputy Press Secretary to work closely with the Deputy Commissioner of Public Information to formulate goals and set standards for the New York Police Department’s (NYPD) media relations.

Requirements

• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university and three years full- time satisfactory professional experience related to the projects and policies to be studied in the particular position, including eighteen months of experience in a managerial, consultative, administrative or supervisory capacity.
• Education and/or experience which is equivalent to “1” above; however, all candidates must possess eighteen months of experience in a managerial, consultative, administrative or supervisory capacity as described above.

Responsibilities

• Prepare policy statements, reports, speeches, news releases and editorial responses. Ensure the accuracy and correctness of interpretation of information released to the media.
• Initiate print and broadcast media coverage. May serve as an agency spokesperson or coordinate press interviews with the Police Commissioner and other key executive-level staff.
• Prepare press briefings and initiate prep sessions prior to interviews and press conferences; coach and train NYPD staff in how to respond to the media.
• Formulate media strategies in order to create visibility, awareness and positive perceptions of NYPD; effectively publicize NYPD's services, programs, initiatives, events and achievements; and promote the Department's image through print and broadcast media.
• Research and update media list, manage media databases, and coordinates media outreach.
• Arrange and coordinate photo opportunities to highlight new programs and initiatives, executive appointments, special events and positive achievements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees