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City of Rochester, New York

Communications Manager (PAB)

City of Rochester, New York, Rochester, New York, United States, 14600


Communications Manager (PAB)

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Communications Manager (PAB)

Salary

$79,159.00 - $104,374.00 Annually

Location

Rochester, NY

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

24DM887ADA28

Department

City Council & Clerk

Bureau

Police Accountability Board

Opening Date

11/15/2024

Closing Date

12/2/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

Description

Benefits

General Description

This position is responsible for employing both traditional and modern mass communication techniques to raise awareness of Board activities and engage the community. It requires a high degree of creativity and an intuitive approach to content creation. The incumbent in this title will utilize web, social media platforms, necessitating a specialized skill set in writing, and content management to ensure that information is accurate , relevant, engaging, and transparent. Additionally, the incumbent will leverage industry-standard tools to create a dynamic and interactive web presence that encourages return visits, builds public confidence in the Board, and fosters active community interest in its initiatives.

Please note that this position sometimes demands availability outside of normal working hours for emergency incidents , special events and meetings.

This is a Competitive Class position. The individual selected to fill this vacancy will be given a provisional appointment and will be required to participate in the next Civil Service Examination for this title.

A qualified applicant may be provisionally appointed and serve in the position until a Civil Service Examination is administered and an appropriate eligible list can be established to make a permanent appointment in accordance with the Civil Service Rule of Three. (See " http://www.cityofrochester.gov/article.aspx?id=8589935786 " Provisional Appointment - FAQ's) If you are already a City employee and have permanent, competitive status in your current position and appointment to this title would result in a provisional appointment in another department, you will lose your previous permanent competitive rights.

CITY RESIDENCY WILL BE REQUIRED WITHIN ONE YEAR OF HIRE.

Typical Work Activities

Develops and implements communication strategies that align with organizational goals;

Writes and edits press releases, articles, newsletters, and social media posts to convey key messages;

Builds and maintains relationships with journalists and media outlets, pitching stories, and managing press inquiries;

Prepares for and responds to communication crises, developing responses, and managing public perception ;

Facilitates effective communication within the organization through newsletters, meetings, and employee engagement initiatives;

Ensures consistent brand messaging across all channels and promoting the organization's image;

Collaborates with various departments to gather information and support cross-functional initiatives;

Cultivates and enhances collaborative working relationships within the press and publicity community;

Facilitates broadcast and telephone interviews with the media as well as responses to media email inquiries;

Provides proactive responses to the media through the development of news releases, newsletters, emails, articles, post ings, publications and scripts;

Facilitates and coordinates news conferences and prepares all necessary materials as needed;

Builds media lists, plans press events, and creates press materials;

Social Media Management.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or Equivalent AND:

Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, or related field AND two (2) years of experience in media relations.

OR

Four (4) years of experience in media relations.

For full-time employees:

The City of Rochester offers a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

For less-than full-time employees:

The City of Rochester offers numerous growth opportunities to include the potential to transition into full-time, permanent employment.

Agency

City of Rochester (NY)

Address

30 Church Street Room 103A Rochester, New York, 14614

Phone

585-428-7115

Website

http://www.cityofrochester.gov

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