Review Vacancy
The date on which the vacancy post was submitted.Date Posted 02/24/25
The last date that applications will be accepted.Applications Due03/31/25
This is the unique identifier for this vacancy.Vacancy ID181471
Indicates whether if this vacancy posting is part of the NY HELPS Program.NY HELPNo
The agency in which the vacancy exists.AgencySenate, NYS
The job title for the vacancy.TitleCommunications Strategist
The job title for the vacancy.Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers
The salary grade for this vacancy. Salaries are determined by salary grade and bargaining unit.Salary GradeNS
The collective bargaining unit to which this vacancy is assigned.Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)
The minimum and maximum of the salary range for this vacancy.Salary RangeFrom $30000 to $35000 Annually
Indicates whether this job is full-time or part-time. If the job is part-time, an estimated percentage will be provided. Employment Type Part-Time
Indicates whether this job is full-time or part-time. If the job is part-time, an estimated percentage will be provided. Part-time Percent 60%
This indicates the type of job, typically permanent, temporary, or provisional. 'Provisional' means that the appointment will be temporary until the incumbent takes and passes an appropriate civil service examination. Appointment Type Permanent
Estimates the percentage of time incumbents of this vacancy will be required to travel. Travel Percentage 0%
This provides information on the expected workweek. Workweek Mon-Fri
The number of hours in the workweek, typically 37.5 or 40 for full time, or any other number for part time.Hours Per Week 20
Workday
If checked, the agency allows flextime. Flextime allowed? No
If checked, this vacancy includes mandatory overtime. Mandatory overtime? No
If checked, this agency allows compressed workweek scheduling. Compressed workweek allowed? No
If checked, this agency allows telecommuting for this position. Telecommuting allowed? No
The county in which the vacancy is located. County Ontario
The street address where the vacancy is located. Street Address 25 North Street
The city where the vacancy is located. City Canandaigua
The state where the vacancy is located (the default is New York). StateNY
The zip code where the vacancy is located. Zip Code14424
The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description New York State Senator Pamela Helming is seeking a part-time, creative Communications Strategist with excellent and versatile writing and editing skills in her District Office located in Canandaigua, NY. This position has a high degree of flexibility.
The essential responsibilities in this dynamic role include:
•Assisting in overall communications strategy, including the development of messaging priorities
•Writing opinion editorials, press releases, statements and speeches
• Cultivating positive constituent stories
• Developing and executing communications plans and special projects
• Producing content for various social media platforms and print and online news outlets
•Briefing the Senator and team on current issues of district, statewide and national importance
•Collaborating with District Office and Albany Office team members
The minimum qualifications required for this vacancy. Minimum Qualifications •Experience with messaging considering a variety of issues and viewpoints
•At least five years of demonstrated experience working on a communications team, preferably in a government setting
•A bachelor's degree in communication, English, public policy, public administration, political science or other relevant field of study is preferred
•Familiarity with the Finger Lakes region
Additional comments regarding the vacancy. Additional Comments This is a part-time position (20 Hours/Week) which is benefit-eligible.
The salary range is $30,000 to $35,000 commensurate with education and experience.
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to helming@nysenate.gov. Submissions that do not include both will not be considered.
This recruitment will remain open until filled. Due to the volume of applications, we will not be able to respond to each applicant.
The NYS Senate offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes a health and wellness in the workplace program that you and your family can benefit from:
•Dental insurance
•Employee assistance program
•Flexible spending account
•Health insurance
•Life insurance
•Paid time off
•Parental leave
•Retirement plan
•Sick time
•Tuition reimbursement
•Vision insurance
•Wellness Program
The New York State Senate is an Equal Opportunity employer that values a diverse and equitable workplace. We do not permit discrimination based on race, age, creed, color, religion, gender/sex, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, familial status, national origin, predisposing genetic characteristics, or physical or mental disability, domestic violence victim status, arrest/criminal conviction record, pregnancy and related conditions, gender identity or expression, sexual harassment, immigration status, or hair texture or protective hair styles.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
The name of the contact person for this vacancy. Name Hiring Coordinator
The telephone number to use for questions about this vacancy. Telephone n/a
The fax to use for this vacancy. Fax n/a
Email address for emailing applications, or to ask questions about this vacancy. Email Address helming@nysenate.gov
Address
The street address of the contact for this vacancy. Street 25 North Street
The city for the contact for this vacancy. City Canandaigua
The state of the contact for this vacancy (the default is New York). State NY
The zip code for the contact for this vacancy. Zip Code 14424
Instructions for potential applicants.Notes on ApplyingInterested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to helming@nysenate.gov. Submissions that do not include both will not be considered.