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Review Vacancy

Date Posted 11/18/22

Applications Due12/02/22

Vacancy ID117045

AgencyEnvironmental Conservation, Department of

TitleAssistant Public Information Officer

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary GradeNS

Bargaining UnitM/C - Management / Confidential (Unrepresented)

Salary RangeFrom $79325 to $100342 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Exempt Class

Travel Percentage 10%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8:30 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

County Albany

Street Address 625 Broadway

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12233

Minimum Qualifications Preferred qualifications: Bachelor’s degree and five years of relevant experience in a communications, journalism, public relations, or media relations. Ability to work well in a team environment and manage multiple projects under tight deadlines; excellent written and verbal communication skills; familiarity with New York State and the agency’s portfolio; strong analytical skills and creative thinking; knowledge and experience working in the press, government, or public relations fields with prior experience developing and implementing strategic communication campaigns for an entity or organization encouraged; integrity and high ethical standards; and a commitment to transparency, inclusivity, and accountability. Individuals chosen for the position will be expected to work in person in the Division’s office in Albany.

Duties Description Reporting to the Director of Media Relations, the Assistant Public Information Officer will be responsible for supporting the management of the agency’s public-facing image with timely and accurate responses to media inquiries, developing and maintaining relationships with members of the media, and assisting with a variety of writing assignments with tight deadlines. Position is located at DEC’s Central Office in Albany, NY.

Duties include but are not limited to:

Help plan, oversee, and implement proactive media outreach, including researching opportunities for press releases and events, media interviews and facilitate media inquiries with subject matter experts;

Responsible for extensive, self-directed writing assignments to help disseminate content, including press releases and media advisories, statements, talking points, Op-eds, and letters to the editor.

Serve ‘on call’ with other Media Relations staff on designated weekends and evenings;

Proofread and edit to ensure consistency and adherence to AP style and the agency's style guide; and

Additional duties as assigned by the Director of Media Relations or the Deputy Commissioner of Public Affairs.

Additional Comments Must have a valid driver’s license or demonstrate the ability to meet the transportation needs of the position. Overtime may be required. Overnight travel may be required.

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

Name Marline Agnew

Telephone 518-402-9273

Fax 518-402-9038

Email Address PostingResponses@dec.ny.gov

Address

Street 625 Broadway

Personnel, 10th Floor

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12233

 

Notes on ApplyingPlease email/mail your resume to the above. Be sure to include Posting #22-919 on your resume and also in the subject line of your email or it may not be accepted.

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