Indicates whether if this vacancy posting is part of the NY HELPS Program.NY HELPNo

The agency in which the vacancy exists.AgencyAssembly Majority, NYS

The job title for the vacancy.TitleCommunications Director

The job title for the vacancy.Occupational CategoryAdministrative or General Management

The salary grade for this vacancy. Salaries are determined by salary grade and bargaining unit.Salary GradeNS

The collective bargaining unit to which this vacancy is assigned.Bargaining UnitNone listed

The minimum and maximum of the salary range for this vacancy.Salary RangeFrom $50000 to $55000 Annually

Indicates whether this job is full-time or part-time. If the job is part-time, an estimated percentage will be provided. Employment Type Full-Time

This indicates the type of job, typically permanent, temporary, or provisional. 'Provisional' means that the appointment will be temporary until the incumbent takes and passes an appropriate civil service examination. Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional class is the indicator for how this job can be filled. The classified service is governed by the Civil Service Commission, and consists of competitive, non-competitive, exempt, and labor classes. 'Competitive class' indicates that the applicant must take and pass an appropriate civil service examination. 'Non-competitive class' indicates that the applicant's qualifications will be evaluated without a civil service examination. 'Exempt class' indicates that the applicant will be evaluated by methods other than competitive or non-competitive, and that incumbents will not be granted tenure. 'Labor class' requires that applicants possess skills or other physical characteristics that cannot effectively be evaluated by other means. The unclassified service is legislatively defined, and includes such positions as elected officials, department and agency heads, and all academic personnel in public schools, colleges, and universities. Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Estimates the percentage of time incumbents of this vacancy will be required to travel. Travel Percentage 0%

This provides information on the expected workweek. Workweek Mon-Fri

The number of hours in the workweek, typically 37.5 or 40 for full time, or any other number for part time.Hours Per Week 35

Workday

The start time for this vacancy. If the agency employs flextime, this will be the earliest time this vacancy's shift can start. From 9 AM

The end time for this vacancy. If the agency employs flextime, this will be the latest time this vacancy's shift can end. To 5 PM

If checked, the agency allows flextime. Flextime allowed? No

If checked, this vacancy includes mandatory overtime. Mandatory overtime? No

If checked, this agency allows compressed workweek scheduling. Compressed workweek allowed? No

If checked, this agency allows telecommuting for this position. Telecommuting allowed? No

The county in which the vacancy is located. County New York

The street address where the vacancy is located. Street Address TBA

The city where the vacancy is located. City Bronx

The state where the vacancy is located (the default is New York). StateNY

The zip code where the vacancy is located. Zip Code10463

The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description Communications Director to oversee and execute our media strategy, public messaging, and constituent outreach efforts. This individual will be key in shaping the Assemblyman’s communications, engaging with the press, managing digital content, and ensuring practical legislative and community priorities messaging.
Key Responsibilities:
• Develop and execute a comprehensive communications strategy, including press relations, digital media, and public engagement.
• Draft press releases, statements, op-eds, newsletters, and speeches on behalf of the Assemblyman.
• Manage social media platforms, create engaging content, and monitor digital trends.
• Cultivate relationships with journalists, reporters, and media outlets to promote legislative and district initiatives.
• Coordinate press conferences, town halls, and other public events.
• Respond to media inquiries and serve as a spokesperson when needed.
• Monitor legislative developments and political trends to craft timely and compelling messaging.
• Work closely with the Assemblyman and staff to align communications with policy goals and constituent services.

The minimum qualifications required for this vacancy. Minimum Qualifications Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Political Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in communications, media relations, government, or a political office.
• Strong writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in social media management, graphic design tools (Canva, Photoshop), and email marketing platforms.
• Experience working with press and media outlets; knowledge of the New York political landscape is a plus.
• Ability to multitask, meet tight deadlines, and work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to public service and understanding of legislative processes.

Additional comments regarding the vacancy. Additional Comments Compensation & Benefits:
• Salary commensurate with experience.
• Full benefits, including health insurance and paid time off.
• Opportunity to work closely with an experienced legislator on key policy and community issues.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

The name of the contact person for this vacancy. Name Holly Brantley

The telephone number to use for questions about this vacancy. Telephone

The fax to use for this vacancy. Fax

Email address for emailing applications, or to ask questions about this vacancy. Email Address resumerecruit@nyassembly.gov

Address

The street address of the contact for this vacancy. Street 104 Concourse Level

Empire State Plaza

The city for the contact for this vacancy. City Albany

The state of the contact for this vacancy (the default is New York). State NY

The zip code for the contact for this vacancy. Zip Code 12248