Chief Strategic Communications & Government Affairs Officer

City of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of New York seeks an Executive Deputy Commissioner for Strategic Communications to lead the Strategic Communications Office and coordinate internal and external communications for HRA, DHS, and DSS. The role emphasizes media engagement, policy alignment, and strategic public messaging across government stakeholders.

Responsibilities include guiding press communications, advising senior officials on public relations policy, and fostering intergovernmental relationships to advance city

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• 7+ years of progressively responsible experience in strategic communications, media relations, public affairs, and/or government relations.
• Experience managing multi-channel communications programs and legislative engagement in government/public sector.
• Experience with crisis communications and cross-agency coordination.

Responsibilities

• Oversee administration and operation of the Strategic Communications Office.
• Lead development and coordination of press and media communications for HRA/DHS activities.
• Engage media representatives for TV, radio, newspapers, and magazines; manage inquiries.
• Advise DSS Commissioner and senior staff on public relations policy and legislative strategy.
• Collaborate on legislative priorities and messaging with Mayor's Office and Administrators.

Skills

Editorial judgment

Messaging discipline

Political acumen

Crisis communications

Public affairs

Government relations

Multichannel communications

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Web content management

Digital platforms

Social publishing tools

Listening analytics tools

Job description

The City of New York seeks an Executive Deputy Commissioner for Strategic Communications to lead the Strategic Communications Office and coordinate internal and external communications for HRA, DHS, and DSS. The role emphasizes media engagement, policy alignment, and strategic public messaging across government stakeholders.

Responsibilities include guiding press communications, advising senior officials on public relations policy, and fostering intergovernmental relationships to advance city