Deputy Press Secretary, NYC DOT Public Affairs

City of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Transportation in New York City seeks a Deputy Press Secretary to lead media relations and messaging for DOT initiatives. You will craft remarks, press releases and statements, identify outlets, and staff executives for interviews and events. You also coordinate with partner agencies and serve as the liaison to community and ethnic media.

New York City residency is generally required, and the role emphasizes strong written and verbal communication across diverse audiences.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or equivalent experience.
• Experience in community work or community-centered activities related to the duties.
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Write remarks, press releases, agency statements and responses for the DOT press office.
• Identify and pitch media outlets on DOT initiatives.
• Prepare and staff senior staff for interviews and public events.
• Plan and organize press events and coordinate messaging with partner agencies.
• Serve as primary contact between the DOT Press Office and community and ethnic media.

Skills

Communication skills

Media relations

Multilingual preferred

Education

Bachelor's degree

Experience in community work

Job description

The Department of Transportation in New York City seeks a Deputy Press Secretary to lead media relations and messaging for DOT initiatives. You will craft remarks, press releases and statements, identify outlets, and staff executives for interviews and events. You also coordinate with partner agencies and serve as the liaison to community and ethnic media.

New York City residency is generally required, and the role emphasizes strong written and verbal communication across diverse audiences.