Staff Writer

City of New York • New York, NY

16h • $60,000 - $70,000

About The Position

The New York City Mayor’s Office of Correspondence & Ceremonial Affairs plays a vital role in providing the Mayor and our Administration with insight into the views, experiences, and concerns of everyday New Yorkers, as well as in connecting constituents to City services and keeping them informed about the Mayor’s bold agenda of affordability, good governance, public safety, and a life of dignity and opportunity for all. The office also receives and tracks gifts sent to the Mayor and drafts Mayoral greetings and ceremonial commendations. The responsibilities of Correspondence team members involve writing in the Mayor’s voice to communicate the policies, priorities, and goals of our Administration; ample research, editing, and fact-checking in a deadline-driven environment; familiarity with the inner workings City government; an understanding of the political landscape, and a deep knowledge of the five boroughs. The Staff Writer will be part of the Mayor's Office of Correspondence writing team, responsible for crafting language and drafting all Mayoral correspondence in a deadline-driven environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree is required, and a writing test will be administered.
• 2-3 years of demonstrated writing ability within a business setting.
• Can write concisely, quickly, accurately, and confidently across a variety of subjects.
• Can work independently and as part of a team.
• Can independently research and fact-check people and topics when needed, which is a must.
• Strong problem solving and decision making skills.
• Good deductive reasoning skills.
• Ability to perform under deadline pressure when it arises.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with the inner workings City government.
• An understanding of the political landscape.
• A deep knowledge of the five boroughs.

Responsibilities

• Write certificates, letters, greetings, citations, and proclamations for specific focus areas.
• Conduct vetting of organizations/requestors within focus areas to ensure accuracy of written content.
• Collaborate with Senior Researcher and Senior Editor on the production of original text that aligns with the voice and values of the Mayor.
• Utilizing the Intranet Quorum (IQ) process management system through which correspondence requests are digitally tracked and archived.
• Completing special writing assignments, as assigned.
• Research and draft letters and emails from the Mayor to constituents and other correspondents.
• Draft policy and issue form letters.
• Support the Correspondence team of Staff Writers by providing writing and research assistance.
• Complete additional writing assignments, as needed.

Benefits

• Inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level