Executive Assistant & Communications Lead

City of Boston; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

City of Boston is seeking a Communications Associate & Executive Assistant to support the Mayor's Office Communications team. The role coordinates projects, provides admin support, and assists with written materials.

Responsible for scheduling for the Chief of Communications, organizing press briefing materials, talking points, and memos for the Mayor, and editing communications content. The position involves assisting with press events, monitoring media coverage, and drafting communications for

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to adapt communication style to different communities and audiences.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as required.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work closely with others at every level of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Serves as the primary initial point of contact for scheduling for the Chief of Communications.
• Assists the press team with tracking and responding to media inquiries.
• Maintains and updates press lists.
• Monitors news coverage and circulating relevant breaking news.
• Drafts and edits press releases, advisories, and statements.
• Helps prepare the Mayor for media interviews and staff public events.
• Compiles and produces morning clips.
• Manages calendars for the senior Communications team leadership.
• Performs related communications work as required.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Research & fact-checking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

City of Boston is seeking a Communications Associate & Executive Assistant to support the Mayor's Office Communications team. The role coordinates projects, provides admin support, and assists with written materials.

Responsible for scheduling for the Chief of Communications, organizing press briefing materials, talking points, and memos for the Mayor, and editing communications content. The position involves assisting with press events, monitoring media coverage, and drafting communications for