Albany press office looking for a driven and hardworking individual to join our communications team as a Press Secretary. The ideal candidate should have a strong work ethic, excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong organizational skills, and be punctual. Applicants must be based in the Capital District area and able to work outside of normal office hours. Salary is commensurate with experience.

Responsibilities:

Assist with writing communications copy (e.g. press releases)
Help implement communications projects and strategies
Collecting data and maintaining databases
Set up and break down press conferences
Monitor media coverage on social media platforms
Manage internal communications (memos, emails, mailing lists etc.)
Generate ideas to gain more media coverage

Requirements:

Strong communications skills, both written and oral
Skilled at writing press releases and other PR related documents
Ability to adapt to changing deadlines and schedules
Skilled at writing press releases and other PR related documents
Flexible and willing to work outside normal office hours

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in journalism/communications/public relations/political science preferred or related field and/or equivalent professional experience
4 to 5 years experience preferred in communications or government

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $90,000-$100,000 per year

To Apply: Please send your resume and cover letter to pressofficejobsalbany@gmail.com with the subject line “Press Secretary.”

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