New York City Council
Communications Director
New York City Council, New York, New York, us, 10261
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Communications DirectorPAY TYPE : Full-timeREPORTS TO : Chief of StaffSALARY : $65,000 to $75,000BENEFITS : Government benefitsDeadline to Apply:
Sunday, September 22 at 7:00 P.M.DESCRIPTION: City Council Member Alexa Avilés (District 38) seeks a full-time Communications Director for her office. The Communications Director will be a core member in ensuring we carry out a community-focused, compassionate and dedicated office of Council Member Alexa Avilés here in South Brooklyn. District 38 includes the entirety of Red Hook and portions of Gowanus, Park Slope, Sunset Park, Borough Park, Dyker Heights, Benshonhurst, and Bath Beach. District 38 is one of the most diverse districts in Brooklyn and home to many immigrant communities. In addition to English, the major languages spoken in District 38 are Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, and Arabic.The Communications Director will be responsible for serving the district’s diverse and vibrant community . This role will include overseeing digital and print communications, as well as the creation and execution of accessible, effective, and creative communication strategies. Ideating, organizing, and executing press events, press releases, and story pitches. As well as drafting talking points for interviews and remarks for needed events.For two terms, our vision for the office is rooted in the humanity, dignity and solidarity of the working class.
In office, Alexa’s priorities are advancing education, housing, environmental and budget justice. As Chair of the Council’s Committee on Immigration, Alexa aims to bring community voices to the hearings she holds and legislation she introduces.Read more about her work here : https://council.nyc.gov/district-38/Before applying to this role, we highly encourage you to learn more about the district by reading our office’s:Land use principles page : https://council.nyc.gov/alexa-aviles/land-use-principles/Data snapshot page : https://council.nyc.gov/alexa-aviles/a-data-snapshot-of-cd-38/NOTE : Some work may be performed remotely, but in-person work is required, due to the responsibilities of the role. Candidates must be based in New York City, and commuting to City Hall and other locations will be necessary.WHAT YOU’LL DO :Craft and implement the office’s communications strategy, setting messaging goals and strategies for all areas of our communications work, both in the district and citywide, in coordination with the Chief of Staff.Manage the office’s online communications work, including drafting and sending/posting district newsletters, event flyers, email blasts, overseeing and updating press and email contacts database, creating content templates, and collaborating with teammates on content.Draft copy and manage social media for the Council Member and for all District 38 official accounts, including creating a social media content calendar and real-time posts. Prepare metrics and reports on social media activity.Manage translation projects for office communications, ensuring translation accuracy and timeliness.Co-develop strong working relationships with reporters and editors, place stories in various outlets on a local and national scale, respond to press inquiries in various capacities (on the record, on background, off the record, etc.), and identify other communications opportunities that advance the goals of the officePlan press conferences, draft and distribute press releases and statements (including rapid response statements and statement requests, op-eds and other written pieces), and follow up with media for most effective coverage.Work with other Council Member offices, outside allies, and advocacy organizations (both in NYC and beyond) to coordinate effective communications strategies that advance shared policy, advocacy, and organizing goals.Prepare Council Member for interviews and speaking engagements, as needed.Ensure the Council Member’s website is updated and maximized which includes updating important and relevant information for constituents and highlights of Public Housing Committee activities.Providing news summaries to staff on items that impact the work of District 38Liaise with specific organizations and key areas in the district, with an eye of integrating and amplifying organizing and advocacy campaignsSupport implementation of community outreach strategiesRepresent the Council Member at meetings and staff Council Member at community events, as neededManage constituent cases and respond to phone calls, emails, walk-ins, and other inquiriesWHAT YOU’LL BRING :2-3 years of communications experience (ideally in New York City), in a government, politics or non-profit setting.Experience communicating to the press and public about policy and advocacy issues is a plusExperience speaking on the record is a plusAttention to detail, with excellent written and verbal communicationDetail-oriented with excellent written and verbal communications; ability to draft correspondence that ranges from routine to complexDemonstrated ability to adapt to and leverage an ever-changing media landscapeStrong news sense and knowledge of the media, including how to leverage specific news cyclesSome amount of graphic design skills, including website designThe ability to stay calm and successfully execute responsibilities in a fast-paced, high-pressure political and media environmentWorking proficiency in Spanish or other dominant language in the districtUnderstanding of the socioeconomic issues facing the district and/or working-class immigrant communities and communities of colorCommitment to political action that is feminist, pro-worker, pro-immigrant, anti-racist and anti-heterosexist; alignment with the core values and policy platform of Alexa Avilés’ 2021 City Council campaignPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :Bachelor’s degree and/or Master’s degreeOral and/or written proficiency in Spanish, Chinese (Mandarin and/or Cantonese), or Arabic strongly encouragedProficiency in: Canva and related design applications, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Airtable, Zoom, LinkTree, Mailchimp, Wordpress, Microsoft ProductsDistrict resident or has worked in the districtKnowledge of District 38 politicsRelationships with District 38 organizations and leadersADDITIONAL INFORMATION :New York City residency is required within 90 days of appointment.For eligible employees, health, dental, and vision insurance coverage are offered upon hire. Retirement plans are also available. This position is eligible to join the Association of Legislative Employees. Read more about the union here: https://www.nyccouncilunion.com/The New York City Council makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact EEOOfficer@council.nyc.gov.TO APPLY :Please submit a resume, a one-page cover letter, and a writing sample via this online application: https://airtable.com/appX5o9rYmF8mN2KP/shrMRJwP4oR8p69b8For a writing sample, we ask you to share a published work of yours, preferably a news article you have written, pitched and placed, or served as a spokesperson in.Only applicants who submit via the online portal will be considered for the role: https://airtable.com/appX5o9rYmF8mN2KP/shrMRJwP4oR8p69b8If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to reach out to district38@council.nyc.gov.While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.The New York City Council is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.Applications are due by September 22 at 7:00PM.
Communications DirectorPAY TYPE : Full-timeREPORTS TO : Chief of StaffSALARY : $65,000 to $75,000BENEFITS : Government benefitsDeadline to Apply:
Sunday, September 22 at 7:00 P.M.DESCRIPTION: City Council Member Alexa Avilés (District 38) seeks a full-time Communications Director for her office. The Communications Director will be a core member in ensuring we carry out a community-focused, compassionate and dedicated office of Council Member Alexa Avilés here in South Brooklyn. District 38 includes the entirety of Red Hook and portions of Gowanus, Park Slope, Sunset Park, Borough Park, Dyker Heights, Benshonhurst, and Bath Beach. District 38 is one of the most diverse districts in Brooklyn and home to many immigrant communities. In addition to English, the major languages spoken in District 38 are Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, and Arabic.The Communications Director will be responsible for serving the district’s diverse and vibrant community . This role will include overseeing digital and print communications, as well as the creation and execution of accessible, effective, and creative communication strategies. Ideating, organizing, and executing press events, press releases, and story pitches. As well as drafting talking points for interviews and remarks for needed events.For two terms, our vision for the office is rooted in the humanity, dignity and solidarity of the working class.
In office, Alexa’s priorities are advancing education, housing, environmental and budget justice. As Chair of the Council’s Committee on Immigration, Alexa aims to bring community voices to the hearings she holds and legislation she introduces.Read more about her work here : https://council.nyc.gov/district-38/Before applying to this role, we highly encourage you to learn more about the district by reading our office’s:Land use principles page : https://council.nyc.gov/alexa-aviles/land-use-principles/Data snapshot page : https://council.nyc.gov/alexa-aviles/a-data-snapshot-of-cd-38/NOTE : Some work may be performed remotely, but in-person work is required, due to the responsibilities of the role. Candidates must be based in New York City, and commuting to City Hall and other locations will be necessary.WHAT YOU’LL DO :Craft and implement the office’s communications strategy, setting messaging goals and strategies for all areas of our communications work, both in the district and citywide, in coordination with the Chief of Staff.Manage the office’s online communications work, including drafting and sending/posting district newsletters, event flyers, email blasts, overseeing and updating press and email contacts database, creating content templates, and collaborating with teammates on content.Draft copy and manage social media for the Council Member and for all District 38 official accounts, including creating a social media content calendar and real-time posts. Prepare metrics and reports on social media activity.Manage translation projects for office communications, ensuring translation accuracy and timeliness.Co-develop strong working relationships with reporters and editors, place stories in various outlets on a local and national scale, respond to press inquiries in various capacities (on the record, on background, off the record, etc.), and identify other communications opportunities that advance the goals of the officePlan press conferences, draft and distribute press releases and statements (including rapid response statements and statement requests, op-eds and other written pieces), and follow up with media for most effective coverage.Work with other Council Member offices, outside allies, and advocacy organizations (both in NYC and beyond) to coordinate effective communications strategies that advance shared policy, advocacy, and organizing goals.Prepare Council Member for interviews and speaking engagements, as needed.Ensure the Council Member’s website is updated and maximized which includes updating important and relevant information for constituents and highlights of Public Housing Committee activities.Providing news summaries to staff on items that impact the work of District 38Liaise with specific organizations and key areas in the district, with an eye of integrating and amplifying organizing and advocacy campaignsSupport implementation of community outreach strategiesRepresent the Council Member at meetings and staff Council Member at community events, as neededManage constituent cases and respond to phone calls, emails, walk-ins, and other inquiriesWHAT YOU’LL BRING :2-3 years of communications experience (ideally in New York City), in a government, politics or non-profit setting.Experience communicating to the press and public about policy and advocacy issues is a plusExperience speaking on the record is a plusAttention to detail, with excellent written and verbal communicationDetail-oriented with excellent written and verbal communications; ability to draft correspondence that ranges from routine to complexDemonstrated ability to adapt to and leverage an ever-changing media landscapeStrong news sense and knowledge of the media, including how to leverage specific news cyclesSome amount of graphic design skills, including website designThe ability to stay calm and successfully execute responsibilities in a fast-paced, high-pressure political and media environmentWorking proficiency in Spanish or other dominant language in the districtUnderstanding of the socioeconomic issues facing the district and/or working-class immigrant communities and communities of colorCommitment to political action that is feminist, pro-worker, pro-immigrant, anti-racist and anti-heterosexist; alignment with the core values and policy platform of Alexa Avilés’ 2021 City Council campaignPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :Bachelor’s degree and/or Master’s degreeOral and/or written proficiency in Spanish, Chinese (Mandarin and/or Cantonese), or Arabic strongly encouragedProficiency in: Canva and related design applications, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Airtable, Zoom, LinkTree, Mailchimp, Wordpress, Microsoft ProductsDistrict resident or has worked in the districtKnowledge of District 38 politicsRelationships with District 38 organizations and leadersADDITIONAL INFORMATION :New York City residency is required within 90 days of appointment.For eligible employees, health, dental, and vision insurance coverage are offered upon hire. Retirement plans are also available. This position is eligible to join the Association of Legislative Employees. Read more about the union here: https://www.nyccouncilunion.com/The New York City Council makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact EEOOfficer@council.nyc.gov.TO APPLY :Please submit a resume, a one-page cover letter, and a writing sample via this online application: https://airtable.com/appX5o9rYmF8mN2KP/shrMRJwP4oR8p69b8For a writing sample, we ask you to share a published work of yours, preferably a news article you have written, pitched and placed, or served as a spokesperson in.Only applicants who submit via the online portal will be considered for the role: https://airtable.com/appX5o9rYmF8mN2KP/shrMRJwP4oR8p69b8If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to reach out to district38@council.nyc.gov.While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.The New York City Council is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.Applications are due by September 22 at 7:00PM.