Assistant Director, Public Affairs – Capital Projects

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA); New York (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Transportation pass

Health coverage

Pension plans

Paid time off

Job summary

MTA Construction & Development is seeking an Assistant Director, Strategic Public Affairs (Capital Project Outreach) in New York, NY. This role manages government and public stakeholder relationships across capital projects, coordinating with senior leaders and MTA HQ for aligned outreach.

Responsibilities include developing messaging, engaging elected officials and community groups, and leading outreach strategies for major initiatives such as Interborough Express and Second Avenue Subway

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in communications or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in communications or government affairs.
• Experience leading public affairs for capital projects preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage public affairs for capital projects in collaboration with senior leadership.
• Develop messaging to inform the public, build support, and mitigate challenges for projects.
• Serve as primary contact for elected officials, boards, business leaders, and stakeholders.
• Coordinate outreach materials with project teams and external partners.

Skills

Public affairs

Stakeholder engagement

Government relations

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Communications/English/Public Policy/Public Administration

Tools

MS Office

Graphic Design

Job description

MTA Construction & Development is seeking an Assistant Director, Strategic Public Affairs (Capital Project Outreach) in New York, NY. This role manages government and public stakeholder relationships across capital projects, coordinating with senior leaders and MTA HQ for aligned outreach.

Responsibilities include developing messaging, engaging elected officials and community groups, and leading outreach strategies for major initiatives such as Interborough Express and Second Avenue Subway