Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyHuman Rights, Division of

TitleAssistant Director Public Information

Occupational CategoryNo Preference

Salary GradeNS

Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)

Salary RangeFrom $90931 to $114940 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Exempt Class

Travel Percentage 20%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 9 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

Location

County Bronx

Street Address One Fordham Plaza, 4th Floor

City Bronx

StateNY

Zip Code10458

Job Specifics

Duties Description Reporting to the Deputy Commissioner of Legislative and External Affairs (Director of Public Information), the Assistant Director Public Information Officer will serve as the agency’s Public Information Officer and will plan, direct, and coordinate the agency’s communication, media, public relations, marketing, and strategic initiative operations. The incumbent is responsible for formulating and implementing policies with respect to all agency internal and external communication and media relations,
public relations, and marketing.

This position is responsible for:
• Advising the Commissioner, Executive Deputy Commissioner, and Deputy Commissioners in handling sensitive matters which have the potential to significantly affect agency policy, budget and programs.
• Answering media inquiries, and writing press statements, working with Executive team to deliver accurate information and prepare agency staff for media interviews.
• Writing remarks, speeches, testimonies, and presentations conveying the agency’s mission and goals.
•Writing position papers, press releases, proclamations, newsletter articles, social media posts, and legislative hearing statements.
• Drafting and editing content for agency publications.
• Overseeing the production of video and audio content.
• Reviewing agency responses to press inquiries and FOIL requests; and ensuring alignment with agency communication policies and procedures.
• Monitoring staff assignments to ensure timely and accurate responses to press requests, news releases and conferences, and presentations.
• Directing agency news conference and interview arrangements.
• Formulating overall media strategy to advance the agency’s mission, oversight and initiatives and providing advice and counsel to agency executive staff regarding media relations.
• Develop and implement communication strategies during crisis, ensuring accurate and appropriate messaging.
• Developing and recommending to the Commissioner and Executive Deputy Commissioner policies and activities for expanded media relations and public education in alignment with the Administration’s position and the agency’s mission.
• Coordinating media activities with the Governor’s press office, other State agencies, and relevant outside entities concerning press events and activities

Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree and four years of relevant experience.*

*Substitutions: four years of relevant experience or associate’s degree and two years of relevant experience may substitute for bachelor’s degree; J.D. or master’s degree may substitute for one year of relevant experience; Ph.D. may substitute for two years of relevant experience.

Additional Comments We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
• Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Pension from New York State Employees’ Retirement System
• Affordable Health Care options
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
• NYS Deferred Compensation plan
• Access to NY 529 College Savings Program

Please note that specific benefits and programs may vary based on negotiating unit, current contract, and length of State service.

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

Contact Information

Name Division of Human Rights/ DP

Telephone

Fax

Email Address HRResumes@dhr.ny.gov

Address

Street Agency Building 1, Empire State Plaza

Floor 2

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12205

 

Notes on ApplyingPlease submit cover letter along with a clear and concise resume detailing how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position as listed in Specifics and indicate the Vacancy ID number for which you are applying.