Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyAssembly Majority, NYS

TitleCommunications Director

Occupational CategoryAdministrative or General Management

Salary GradeNS

Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)

Salary RangeFrom $48000 to $55000 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 40

Workday

From 9 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

Location

County New York

Street Address New York

City New York

StateNY

Zip Code10038

Job Specifics

Minimum Qualifications This position requires a minimum of one year of full-time communications and press experience, either in government, journalism or in campaigns and advocacy.

Bachelor's or Associates degree or comparable public service experience (e.g. journalism, community organizing, electoral campaign, or nonprofit work experience).

Highly motivated, proactive and organized; Strong writing skills and consistent attention to details.

Knowledge of NYC & NYS politics; strong organizational skills, ability to operate under tight and unpredictable deadlines, delegate and manage tasks and work in a team-orientated environment.

Strong interpersonal and public speaking abilities. flexibility about work hours, including occasional availability during evenings and weekends; Proficient computer skills; Photography and graphic design skills a plus.

Professional working proficiency in Cantonese, Mandarin or Spanish is a plus.

Duties Description Responsible for overseeing the office's communication strategy and processes by facilitating press coverage by publishing press releases, hosting press conferences, building relationships with reporters, and pitching stories; managing external communications like statements, letters, newsletters, social media and print media; shaping messaging and speechwriting; and managing a team of interns.

Additional Comments This is a full-time, district office-based position with an ideal December or early January start date.

Excellent growth opportunity along with NY State benefits that include: Health, Dental, Vision, paid time off, parental leave, retirement plan and tuition reimbursement.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Contact Information

Name Holly Brantley

Telephone 518-455-4001

Fax

Email Address resumerecruit@nyassembly.gov

Address

Street Legislative Office Building

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12248

 

Notes on ApplyingPlease write in the subject line of email: Communications Director-NY