Communications Officer

About the role

The Communications Officer supports the Press Secretary and Internal Communications staff within the Communications Unit of the City of New York. Reporting to the Communications Director, the role splits time flexibly between external press activities and internal publication management.

Key responsibilities

• Monitor external communications, maintain media lists and databases, and flag newsworthy moments for the Press Secretary.
• Prepare briefings, press releases, op‑eds, and support agency leadership at press events and media interviews.
• Assist with daily news clipping and manage the corporation counsel’s public appearance preparation.
• Maintain and update agency publications, including the annual report and awards booklet.
• Support and refresh content on internet and intranet sites, enhancing digital and social media presence.

Required profile

• Baccalaureate degree with at least two years of relevant community or communications experience, or equivalent combination of education and six years of experience.
• Knowledge of New York City and State government, politics, and court systems.
• Experience interfacing with reporters and media outlets across television, radio, print, and digital platforms.
• Superior writing, composition, and editing abilities.

Required skills

• Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Adobe Creative Cloud applications
• MS Teams and Zoom
• Social media platforms and management tools

What we offer

• Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness and state repayment assistance programs.