Public Information Manager

The New York State Unified Court System is seeking applicants for a Public Information Manager to assist our Department of Communications.

The Public Information Manager will use their knowledge and experience to assist the Director of Communications in coordinating media requests, drafting responses, and disseminating news of the New York State Unified Court System to the media and the public. Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Assist the Director of Communications with managing sensitive press issues as well as crisis communications.

• Manage incoming press inquiries, research and draft written responses, and conduct outreach to approve quotes.

• Assist with drafting speeches, remarks, talking points, and other written materials to reflect the voice of the NYS Unified Court Systems leadership.

• Cultivate and maintain relationships with media outlets throughout the state including legal industry-specific media.

• Conduct strategic outreach to press to ensure coverage of major events.

• Proactively pitch stories to share the Unified Court Systems and administration's topline messaging.

• Formulate media strategies to create visibility, awareness, and positive perceptions of the NYS Unified Court System; effectively publicize court system services, programs, initiatives, events and achievements and promote our image through print and broadcast media.

• Organize and facilitate media briefings, press conferences, and interviews.

• Arrange and coordinate photo/video opportunities to highlight new programs and initiatives, executive appointments, special events and positive achievements.

• Collaborate across the Communications Department to ensure consistency in messaging including utilization of multimedia, graphics, and web-based resources.

Candidates with strong writing, communication, and organizational skills; excellent administrative and interpersonal skills; ability to work as part of a team and build/maintain partnerships; and ability to handle multiple challenging assignments simultaneously are encouraged to apply. Knowledge and experience working in the press, government or public relations fields is preferred.

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Journalism, English, Communications, Public Relations, or a related field and at least 5 years of experience working in a Public Information or media relations role.

Salary:

$107,000 - $133,000 Annually

$4,775 Location Pay

Location:

New York City – Downtown Manhattan

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $107,000.00 - $133,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person