Position Information

NY HELPYes

AgencyHomes and Community Renewal

TitlePublic Information Specialist 1 (NY HELPS)

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary Grade18

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $66951 to $85138 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 10%

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? No

Location

County New York

Street Address 641 Lexington Ave

City New York

StateNY

Zip Code10022

Job Specifics

Duties Description The Public Information Specialist 1 plays a key role in advancing HCR's digital communications strategy through compelling storytelling, visual design, and website management. Working under the direction of the Assistant Vice President of Digital Strategy & Design, this position combines graphic design expertise with web-based content management system proficiency. The ideal candidate is both creative and detail-oriented with an established portfolio demonstrating their ability to craft engaging messages, design cohesive visuals, and maintain consistent branding across digital and print platforms.

Primary Responsibilities:
• Graphic Design: Design and produce digital and print materials, including social media graphics, infographics, reports, flyers, marketing collateral, and a variety of agency-branded templates.
• Website and Intranet Management: Update and maintain content on HCR's website and intranet using a content management system; ensure quality control, accessibility, and optimal user experience.
• Campaign Support: Assist in the creation and implementation of digital marketing initiatives and social media campaigns that elevate awareness of HCR's programs and services.
• Content Creation & Editing: Write, edit, and proofread website, social media, and internal communications content to ensure clarity, accuracy, and consistency with HCR's brand voice and messaging.
• Visual Storytelling: Contribute to the creation of multimedia assets such as videos, motion graphics, and digital animations in support of agency initiatives.
• Collaboration: Work closely with communications, design, and program teams to align messaging, maintain brand consistency, and support agency-wide outreach efforts.
• Quality Assurance: Review and refine visual and written content for accuracy, compliance, and visual appeal prior to publication.

Minimum Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS: This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS). For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title may be filled via a non-competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply.

At a future date, it is expected employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to compete in an examination. Employees will then be afforded with all the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in a NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.

NON-COMPETITIVE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Promotion: one year of permanent competitive or non-competitive experience as: Either A: Public Information Specialist, or Multimedia Production Technician, Graphic Designer 1, or Photographer 2.

Open Competitive: Six years of experience in public or governmental relations, and/or in writing or producing content for various media.

MQ Substitution:
An associate's degree in media, new media, English, communications, journalism, broadcasting, public relations, films, TV productions, or digital marketing can substitute for two years of specialized experience; a bachelor's in these fields can substitute for four years; and a master's degree in these fields can substitute for an additional year of specialized experience.

COMPETITIVE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Reachable on the appropriate eligible list.

Additional Comments Please provide a current resume; (and a copy of a diploma or transcript if applicable) in order to be considered for this position.

Please note the vacancy ID in the subject line of your email when applying. If you are applying from Indeed, please indicate the location of the position and paste the job duties into your reply.

It is essential that candidates clearly and concisely indicate exactly how they meet the above minimum qualifications in their resume/email submission. Failure to show how you meet the minimum qualifications above may result in disqualification and removal from consideration.

**PLEASE NOTE: If you are brand new to state service, you will start at the hiring rate of this position which is $66,951 plus $4,000 in location pay.

NYS Homes and Community Renewal (HCR) is committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. Our work would not be possible without the diverse backgrounds, experiences, ideas, and abilities of our employees. HCR is committed to developing a workforce which represents the diverse population of New York State. HCR embraces a diverse and inclusive work environment by encouraging all individuals, including those with disabilities, to apply to open positions at the agency.

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

How to Apply

Name Human Resources

Telephone

Fax

Email Address job.opportunities@hcr.ny.gov

Address

Street 38-40 State St

Hampton Plaza

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12207

 

Notes on ApplyingPlease provide a current resume; (and a copy of a diploma or transcript if applicable) in order to be considered for this position.

Please note the vacancy ID in the subject line of your email when applying. If you are applying from Indeed, please indicate the location of the position and paste the job duties into your reply.

It is essential that candidates clearly and concisely indicate exactly how they meet the above minimum qualifications in their resume/email submission. Failure to show how you meet the minimum qualifications above may result in disqualification and removal from consideration.

If you are brand new to the state, your starting salary will be $66,951 plus $4,000 in location pay.