Outreach and Public Inform Coo

Metropolitan Transportation Authority; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) Inspector General Office is seeking an Outreach and Public Information Coordinator. This role supports the OIG’s outreach program, conducts site visits, coordinates events and trainings, and handles FOIL requests, legislative tracking, and information dissemination to workers and management.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree and a minimum of three years in communications or public relations, with strong organizational, communication, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum of three years in communications or public relations, government affairs, policy or legal practice area, or equivalent experience.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate OIG outreach program and visits to MTA facilities and contractor sites.
• Track data related to outreach activities and maintain outreach materials.
• Assist with meetings, events, and trainings including planning, presentations, and procurement of supplies.
• Assist with responding to FOIL requests, compiling records, and tracking the process.
• Track proposed NYS and other legislation relevant to OIG’s mission.

Skills

Public relations

Written communication

Oral communication

Time management

Multitasking

Public speaking

Microsoft Office 365

PowerPoint

SharePoint

Word

Excel

AI tools

Driver's license

Hybrid work

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

PowerPoint

SharePoint

Word

Excel

AI tools

Job description

JobTitle: Outreach and Public Information Coordinator

Salary Range: $71,979 - $89,973

Agency: OfficeoftheMetropolitanTransportationAuthorityInspector General

Location: NewYorkCity,New York

Hours: Full-Time

OfficeoftheMetropolitanTransportationAuthorityInspector General:

The Office of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) Inspector General (OIG) reviews and investigates the operations of the MTA and its contractors and vendors. The MTA, which employs over 70,000 people, includes among other entities, New York City Transit, the Long Island Rail Road, Metro-North Railroad, MTA Bridges & Tunnels, Staten Island Rapid Transit, and MTA Construction & Development.

Position Summary:

Under the direction of the Deputy Inspector General for Communications and Public Affairs and the Assistant General Counsel, within the Executive Unit, the Outreach and Public Information Coordinator is responsible for assisting with OIG’s outreach program, including coordinating and participating in MTA site visits, OIG events and trainings, legislative tracking, and requests for public information under the Freedom of Information Law (“FOIL”).

• Takes a lead role in coordinating OIG’s extensive outreach program, including visits to MTA facilities and contractor work sites, to discuss the oversight and functions of OIG with workers and management, including but not limited to NYC Transit bus depots, subway yards, stations, and maintenance areas; Long IslandRail Roadyards and stations; Metro-North Railroad yards and stations; and Bridges & Tunnels facilities. This includes scheduling the visits, coordinating among OIG and MTA staff, attending the visits, and in some cases leading the presentation to MTA workers.
• Tracks data relating to OIG’s outreach program as directed.
• Maintains OIG’s outreach materials, including posters, rack cards, and other items.
• Assists with OIG meetings, events, and trainings, including all aspects of planning and hosting the events as directed by the Deputy IG for Communications or their designee, including scheduling, drafting PowerPoint presentations, drafting scopes of work, ordering and managing supplies, handling audio/visual needs, and internal communications and coordination as needed.
• Assists with responding to FOIL requests as directed by the Assistant General Counsel, including reviewing requests, compiling and reviewing OIG records, preparing records for redaction, and tracking the process.
• Tracks proposed New York State and other legislation relevant to OIG’s mission and operations as directed by the Assistant General Counsel.
• Assists with other tasks and assignments as needed.
• A bachelor’s degree is required for the position.
• Minimum of three years of experience in communications or public relations, government affairs, a policy or legal practice area, or equivalent experience.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking skills while maintaining attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and comfort with public speaking.
• Strong technology skills and extensive experience with Microsoft Office 365, including PowerPoint, SharePoint, Word and Excel. Proficiency and comfort using AI tools is preferred.
• AbilitytointeracteffectivelywithOIGExecutive and Senior Staff, MTAHeadquarters and Agency staff.
• Ability to travel within the New York City Metropolitan area on short notice, if required.
• Current Driver’s License is required, along with comfort driving in and around New York City.
• Pursuant to authorization by Inspector General, this position is eligible for hybrid teleworking consistent with office policies.
• A two (2) year commitment upon being hired is a condition of employment.

Disclaimer

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