• Communications Coordinator

    New York State Civil Service (Brooklyn, NY)


    NY HELP No

     

    Agency Assembly Majority, NYS

     

    Title Communications Coordinator

     

    Occupational Category Other Professional Careers

     

    Salary Grade NS

     

    Bargaining Unit M/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)

     

    Salary Range From $45 to $50 Annually

     

    Employment Type Full-Time

     

    Appointment Type Permanent

     

    Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

     

    Travel Percentage 0%

     

    Workweek Mon-Fri

     

    Hours Per Week 35

     

    Workday

     

    From 9 AM

     

    To 5 PM

     

    Flextime allowed? No

     

    Mandatory overtime? No

     

    Compressed workweek allowed? No

     

    Telecommuting allowed? No

     

    County Kings

     

    Street Address NYS Assembly

     

    City Brooklyn

     

    State NY

     

    Zip Code 11201

     

    Duties Description COMMUNICATIONS• Develops and maintains a cohesive brand identity for the Assemblywoman, ensuring consistency across all communication channels and materials.• Designs and executes marketing campaigns to promote the Assemblywoman’s legislative initiatives, community involvement, and public image.• Coordinates with senior staff and constituent services liaison, develops, implements, and manages the Assemblywoman’s communication strategy.• Creates messaging that aligns with the Assemblywoman’s legislative priorities and public image for public appearances.• Prepares and distributes speeches, statements, media advisories, talking points, op-eds, press releases and quotes for the Assemblywoman.• Develops and maintains strong relationships with journalists and media outlets.• Monitors and responds to public attitudes and opinions on topics and issues.• Serves as the primary point of contact for all media inquiries.• Develops and executes strategies to effectively communicate with constituents.• Attends events, alongside or in place of the Assemblywoman, including but not limited to community meetings, press conferences, and other public engagements.CONTENT MANAGEMENT• Oversees and manages the Assemblywoman’s social media accounts, ensuring timely, consistent, and impactful content.• Collaborates with graphic designers, digital marketers, and other vendors to create compelling visuals and promotional content.• Sets up, launches and manages the Assemblywoman’s social media accounts, ensuring consistent branding and engagement across platforms, while driving outreach to constituents and the wider community.• Monitors social media channels for relevant trends and conversations and engages with constituents online.• Creates edits and disseminates, routine and occasional newsletters, website content, robocalls, email/text blasts and other communication materials for the district’s constituents.• Develops promotional material for town halls, public forums, and other constituent engagement.COMMUNITY AFFAIRS• Creates and maintains a database of community organizations, partners, and stakeholders.• Helps to develop outreach strategies that align with district constituents and Assemblywoman's priorities.• Coordinates with senior staff to develop communications around events and activation's to strengthen the Assemblywoman’s presence in the community.COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT• Reviews and ensures that citations, proclamations, and constituent correspondence are processed and delivered correctly, in line with office policies and procedures.• Assists in the planning and execution of district office-hosted events, including but not limited to community meetings, press conferences, and public appearances.

     

    Minimum Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS• Bachelor’s degree in communications, Public Relations, Political Science, or a relevant field.• At least 3-5 years of experience in communications, public relations, or a similar role.• Experience in political communication or working within government is highly desirable.• Network of media contacts, particularly within the New York area, to enhance press coverage and support outreach initiatives.• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.• Strong understanding of media relations and social media management.• Must work evenings and weekends.• Ability to travel as needed.

     

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

     

    Name Holly Brantley

     

    Telephone 518-455-4015

     

    Fax

     

    Email Address [email protected]

     

    Address

     

    Street 104 Concourse

     

    City Albany

     

    State NY

     

    Zip Code 12248

     

    Notes on Applying Please write 'Communications Coordinator' in the subject line.