Chief of Public Information / Communications

City of New York • New York, NY • 2h ago

Job Description

The Office of the District Attorney, Bronx County ("BXDA") is charged with the twin goals of ensuring public safety and striving for equal justice for the over 1.4 million members of the Bronx County community. By "Pursuing Justice with Integrity," the BXDA places a focus on assistance for crime victims while simultaneously ensuring fairness to defendants. Moreover, the BXDA aims to balance the need to seek appropriate punishment for certain crimes while recognizing when punitive measures do not adequately advance justice. By recognizing these significant distinctions and acting accordingly, BXDA has established a standard of excellence in the representation of the Bronx community at large, which continues to grow stronger every day.

In furtherance of this mission, the BXDA seeks an experienced and enthusiastic Chief of Public Information Officer / Communications. The Chief of Public Information Officer / Communication should have strong knowledge of New York City, the Bronx, the Criminal Justice System, police issues and crime as well as experience as a journalist covering these subjects. The Chief of Public Information Officer / Communications will use their knowledge and experience to handle media requests and disseminate news of the Bronx District Attorney's Office to the media and the public as well as handling internal communications for the Office.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Specific duties will include, but are not limited to the following:

Oversee staff who are tasked with handling media inquiries, arrange interviews, organize press conferences, draft press releases, external newsletters, and internal communications such as memos, newsletters.

Prepare speeches, testimony, and PowerPoint presentations for the District Attorney.

Accompany the District Attorney to events, meetings, and external press conferences.

Advise the District Attorney on communication matters.

Responsible for overseeing the strategy for communication with the public, the press and other organizations.

Ensure consistent clear, concise messaging across all modes of communication.

Respond to inquiries from reporters, press, and the BXDA public website.

Serve as the Office point of contact and spokesperson for the District Attorney.

Manage the day-to-day operations of the Communications/Public Information Unit.

Mentor and supervise staff.

PREFEREED QUALIFICATIONS:

Master's Degree in Public Relations, Communications or Journalism.

Experience working with local outlets and a strong network of press contacts.

5 years' experience in a supervisory role.

WORK SCHEDULE:

Hours / Shift:

Monday - Friday, some nights and weekends.

DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC INFORMATION - 60801

Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited college with a baccalaureate degree and four years of progressively responsible experience in journalism, public relations, advertising or closely related fields; or

High school graduation or evidence of having passed an examination for a high school equivalency diploma plus 8 years of full-time, paid experience in the areas stated above; or

Education and/or experience equivalent to "1" or "2".

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