Review Vacancy
AgencyEducation Department, State
TitleSenior Media Relations Specialist, Box CFO-245/00601
Occupational CategoryNo Preference
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $80327 to $101536 Annually
Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree and at least two years of professional experience in public relations, public information or communications at a public sector agency, educational institution, professional association, public relations agency or nonprofit organization.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Special consideration will be given to candidates who have at least two years of experience serving as a spokesperson for a government agency or educational entity/institution.
Duties Description The New York State Education Department is seeking applicants for the position of Special Assistant who will serve as the Senior Media Relations Specialist. Under the direction of the Assistant Commissioner for Public Affairs, the incumbent of this position will work with the Assistant Commissioner and other members of the Communications team to prepare and/or distribute materials regarding the programs, policies, and activities of the State Education Department to the general public, media, and other relevant audiences. Duties of this position will include, but are not limited to, the following:
? Prepare press releases, informational materials, publications and social media announcements targeted to the general public and other public audiences;
? Serve as a Department spokesperson, maintain relations with media and cultivate new contacts to provide accurate and timely information on Department policies and initiatives;
? Prepare speeches, briefings and other informational materials for the Commissioner;
? Prepare social media plans and draft content for NYSED’s social media platforms;
? Conduct outreach to schools, colleges and universities, cultural institutions, professionals licensed by the Department, vocational rehabilitation providers, and other relevant professional associations;
? Work with various Department staff, including the Intergovernmental Relations and program offices, to ensure the implementation of an integrated marketing communications approach to Department communications; and
? Travel and work with the Commissioner at public events and interviews across the state.
Additional Comments CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: This position is in the exempt class and serves at the discretion of the Commissioner of Education. Filling of this position is contingent on Division of the Budget approval. Statewide travel required.
*Leads to a maximum salary of $101,536 based on annual performance advances.
APPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by August 24, 2016 to omsjobs@nysed.gov (E-mail submissions are preferred). You must include the Box number (CFO-245/00601) of the position in the subject line of your email and/or cover letter to ensure receipt of your application.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Name Office of Human Resources Management
Email Address omsjobs@nysed.gov
Address
Street NYS Education Department
89 Washington Avenue, OHRM, Room 528 EB
Notes on ApplyingAPPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by August 24, 2016 to omsjobs@nysed.gov (E-mail submissions are preferred). You must include the Box number (CFO-245/00601) of the position in the subject line of your email and/or cover letter to ensure receipt of your application.