Press Secretary
New York State Senator Jessica Ramos seeks a Press Secretary with a strong desire to work alongside a fierce advocate for working families, the labor movement, and advocates fighting for racial and economic justice. This versatile writer and editor will have a strong knowledge of both the immigrant and non-immigrant communities in the Queens area as well as the local media. Spanish-bilinguals are strongly encouraged to apply. Under the direction of the Senior staff, the Press Secretary will perform a variety of communication and media duties including:
researching issues, developing recommendations and presenting them to the Senator and other staff, and facilitating communication and outreach with key in-district organizations and leaders. Additionally, the Press Secretary will draft press releases, talking points for internal and external engagements, op-eds, social media posts and other written materials to share the Senator's message to the community. This dynamic role will also include the following
Responsibilities:
oProducing content for social media oBriefing and staffing the Senator oIdentifying press and speaking engagements oCollaborating with policy and community relations staff oCultivating positive constituent stories oCollaborating with the Communications Director to build a strategic messaging and communications strategy This position can be based in Queens or Albany, with travel required between the two offices. Candidates from BIPOC, LGBT+, working class, and/or other underrepresented communities, including candidates with disabilities, are strongly encouraged to apply. The salary is $50,000 - 55,000 per year, commensurate with education and experience. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter that speaks to your motivation to work in public service, a resume, and two brief writing samples - ideally examples of social media content, press releases, and statements - to jobs@nysenate.gov. Submissions without all four items will not be considered. This recruitment will remain open until filled.
Job Function
New York State Senator Jessica Ramos seeks a Press Secretary with a strong desire to work alongside a fierce advocate for working families, the labor movement, and advocates fighting for racial and economic justice. This versatile writer and editor will have a strong knowledge of both the immigrant and non-immigrant communities in the Queens area as well as the local media. Spanish-bilinguals are strongly encouraged to apply. Under the direction of the Senior staff, the Press Secretary will perform a variety of communication and media duties including:
researching issues, developing recommendations and presenting them to the Senator and other staff, and facilitating communication and outreach with key in-district organizations and leaders. Additionally, the Press Secretary will draft press releases, talking points for internal and external engagements, op-eds, social media posts and other written materials to share the Senator's message to the community. This dynamic role will also include the following
Responsibilities:
oProducing content for social media oBriefing and staffing the Senator oIdentifying press and speaking engagements oCollaborating with policy and community relations staff oCultivating positive constituent stories oCollaborating with the Communications Director to build a strategic messaging and communications strategy This position can be based in Queens or Albany, with travel required between the two offices. Candidates from BIPOC, LGBT+, working class, and/or other underrepresented communities, including candidates with disabilities, are strongly encouraged to apply. The salary is $50,000 - 55,000 per year, commensurate with education and experience. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter that speaks to your motivation to work in public service, a resume, and two brief writing samples - ideally examples of social media content, press releases, and statements - to jobs@nysenate.gov. Submissions without all four items will not be considered. This recruitment will remain open until filled.
Salary Range:
From $50000 to $55000 Annually
Minimum Qualification
The most qualified candidates will have:
oFluency in written and verbal Spanish a plus oAt least two years of demonstrated experience working on a communications team oBachelor's degree in communications, public policy, public administration, political science, or other relevant fields of study oExperience with press outreach and messaging in a political environment oFluency in Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, comfort with Tik TokEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
researching issues, developing recommendations and presenting them to the Senator and other staff, and facilitating communication and outreach with key in-district organizations and leaders. Additionally, the Press Secretary will draft press releases, talking points for internal and external engagements, op-eds, social media posts and other written materials to share the Senator's message to the community. This dynamic role will also include the following
Responsibilities:
oProducing content for social media oBriefing and staffing the Senator oIdentifying press and speaking engagements oCollaborating with policy and community relations staff oCultivating positive constituent stories oCollaborating with the Communications Director to build a strategic messaging and communications strategy This position can be based in Queens or Albany, with travel required between the two offices. Candidates from BIPOC, LGBT+, working class, and/or other underrepresented communities, including candidates with disabilities, are strongly encouraged to apply. The salary is $50,000 - 55,000 per year, commensurate with education and experience. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter that speaks to your motivation to work in public service, a resume, and two brief writing samples - ideally examples of social media content, press releases, and statements - to jobs@nysenate.gov. Submissions without all four items will not be considered. This recruitment will remain open until filled.
Job Function
New York State Senator Jessica Ramos seeks a Press Secretary with a strong desire to work alongside a fierce advocate for working families, the labor movement, and advocates fighting for racial and economic justice. This versatile writer and editor will have a strong knowledge of both the immigrant and non-immigrant communities in the Queens area as well as the local media. Spanish-bilinguals are strongly encouraged to apply. Under the direction of the Senior staff, the Press Secretary will perform a variety of communication and media duties including:
researching issues, developing recommendations and presenting them to the Senator and other staff, and facilitating communication and outreach with key in-district organizations and leaders. Additionally, the Press Secretary will draft press releases, talking points for internal and external engagements, op-eds, social media posts and other written materials to share the Senator's message to the community. This dynamic role will also include the following
Responsibilities:
oProducing content for social media oBriefing and staffing the Senator oIdentifying press and speaking engagements oCollaborating with policy and community relations staff oCultivating positive constituent stories oCollaborating with the Communications Director to build a strategic messaging and communications strategy This position can be based in Queens or Albany, with travel required between the two offices. Candidates from BIPOC, LGBT+, working class, and/or other underrepresented communities, including candidates with disabilities, are strongly encouraged to apply. The salary is $50,000 - 55,000 per year, commensurate with education and experience. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter that speaks to your motivation to work in public service, a resume, and two brief writing samples - ideally examples of social media content, press releases, and statements - to jobs@nysenate.gov. Submissions without all four items will not be considered. This recruitment will remain open until filled.
Salary Range:
From $50000 to $55000 Annually
Minimum Qualification
The most qualified candidates will have:
oFluency in written and verbal Spanish a plus oAt least two years of demonstrated experience working on a communications team oBachelor's degree in communications, public policy, public administration, political science, or other relevant fields of study oExperience with press outreach and messaging in a political environment oFluency in Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, comfort with Tik TokEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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