Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyCourt Administration, Office of

TitlePublic Information Content Specialist (Department of Communications)

Occupational CategoryAdministrative or General Management

Salary Grade23

Bargaining UnitNone listed

Salary RangeFrom $89579 to $89579 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 35

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 25 Beaver Street

City New York

StateNY

Zip Code10004

Job Specifics

Duties Description The Public Information-Content Specialist will assist the Communications Director and Public Information Unit Manager to develop and implement content that, reflecting the voice of the New York State Unified Court System (UCS) leadership, serves to inform the public about UCS programs, policies, and initiatives, helping New Yorkers to understand and engage with their courts. This role offers an opportunity to create impactful content and contribute to initiatives that promote public trust in the judiciary
and foster civic engagement.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Assist the Communications Director and Public Information Unit Manager to draft and edit clear, engaging content for both external and internal audiences, including news releases, reports, websites, social media, and newsletters, in addition to other public information/storytelling products.
• Assist in managing editorial calendars, including the production schedule for the statutorily mandated Chief Administrative Judge’s Annual Report due each March.
• Collaborate across the Communications Department to ensure accuracy and consistency in messaging, including utilization of multimedia, graphics, and web-based resources.
• Work with the Communications team and UCS internal departments and partners in gathering, fact-checking, and coordinating timely dissemination of information.
• Support the Communications team to develop and implement content strategies to amplify New York State Unified Court System achievements, initiatives, programs, and events in raising awareness of the Court System’s crucial mission, including the various court services and resources that are available to the public.
• Assist in monitoring engagement metrics to improve content effectiveness.
• Provide support in managing incoming media inquiries and emergency messaging as needed.
• Assist in organizing and facilitating news conferences, interviews, and events as needed.

Candidates with exceptional writing, research and editing ability, excellent communication skills, attention to clarity and compliance, knowledge of AP Style and accessibility standards, proficiency in digital platforms, and strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines are encouraged to apply.

Experience working in a content/communications capacity in government or a public relations field is preferred as is a familiarity with emerging AI developments and
practices.

Minimum Qualifications One year in the Senior Court Analyst title; or Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and three (3) years of relevant experience; or Master's degree in Public or Business Administration from an accredited college or university and two (2) years of relevant experience; or An equivalent combination of education and experience.

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

How to Apply

Name Alfred Baker

Telephone

Fax

Email Address ComJobs@nycourts.gov

Address

Street 25 Beaver Street

City New York

State NY

Zip Code 10004

 

Notes on ApplyingAll interested persons meeting the minimum qualifications are encouraged to submit a UCS-5 Application for Employment form (obtainable from any administrative office in a court building or on the web at www.nycourts.gov/careers/UCS5.pdf), a cover letter, and a resume by email to ComJobs@nycourts.gov or by mail to:

ALFRED BAKER
DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS
25 BEAVER STREET
NEW YORK, NY 10004