DEFINITION:

• Under supervision of a supervisory official in a state department, institution, or agency, is responsible for assigned work programs of the Office of Public Communications; does related work as required.

NOTE:

• The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed.

EXAMPLES OF WORK

• Serve as official spokesperson and liaison for all media
• Crafts press materials including press advisories, press releases, statements, talking points, and reviews and writes op-eds, and speeches
• Coordinates and manages the daily exchange with members of the press
• Develops local media strategy and execution in coordination with Communications Director
• Manages press conferences and media outlets at press events
• Pitches media coverage and stories
• Leads work involved in the preparation and distribution of news advisories/releases, feature news stories, and other informative materials designed to acquaint the media and general public with the functions, aims, programs, and policiesof the City
• Reviews, evaluates, and writes speeches, op-ed articles, newspaper and magazine articles on all issues relevant to Newark municipal government.
• Prepare briefing documents for Mayor’s interviews, staff Mayor, and provides press advance as needed; prep directors for interviews when applicable
• Perform other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in media relations, communications, or a related field demonstrating an increasing scope of work and responsibility.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. Being a strong writer, who can tell a story clearly and concisely is a must, as is attention to detail and a clear ability to synthesize complex information for general audiences.
• Prior experience simultaneously managing multiple projects and competing priorities in an effective way.
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment, often under short and shifting deadlines and in high-pressure situations.
• Willingness to work non-traditional hours.
• Prior New Jersey/New York region press experience and/or prior government, legislative, and/or public affairs communications experience is strongly preferred.
• Ability to effectively work with a team and independently, and capable of interacting with a broad range of individuals.
• Proficiency in the English language. Written and verbal fluency in at least one non-English language highly desired, but not required.
• Creative thinker and ability to be flexible.

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To apply, please send resume to PRESSOFFICE@CI.NEWARK.NJ.US with "Press Secretary Application - Name" in the Subject Line