Press Secretary Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties described above; or
• High school graduation or equivalent and six years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties as described above; or
• Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have at least one year of experience as described in "1" above.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of New York City and State Government and politics.
• Knowledge of New York State and Federal Courts.
• Experience interfacing and working with reporters, including responding to inquiries - existing relationships in media a plus, including but not limited to with editors, reporters, interviewers, researchers, etc. for television, radio. newspapers, magazines and social media.
• Experience in developing/drafting strategic media and communications plans.
• Interest in research, messaging, and promoting/explaining policy.
• Familiarity with the profession and the materials of communication, press releases, remarks, op-eds, advisories, event briefings.
• Superior Writing/composition and editing skills.
• Proficient in MS Office, Outlook, Word, Excel, Adobe, MS Teams, Zoom, and social media.
• Research skills - attention to detail - ability to review, analyze, summarize, and visualize data.

Responsibilities

• Following along and monitor external communications for the agency, including press relations, helping to research and update media lists, manage media databases and whatever the Press Secretary deems necessary.
• Identify newsworthy moments, flag communications risks, and align messaging.
• Learn how to and support agency leadership at press events and speaking engagements.
• Prepare the Corporation Counsel and others for public appearances and media interviews.
• Assist in the Daily News Clips.
• Maintain and update the agencies publications, prepare for the annual report and awards booklet and any other publications as needed.
• Support and maintain whatever is necessary in both the internet and intranet sites.
• Enhance an engaging digital and social media presence.