Senior Communications Manager — Public Affairs & Media

OFFICE OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Mayor's Office of Criminal Justice in New York City seeks a Senior Communications Manager to lead content creation, media relations, and web development. This hands-on role requires storytelling finesse, adaptability, and the ability to translate complex policy into accessible content.

Reporting to the Chief of Public Affairs, you will craft speeches, drafts, and talking points, while guiding social media and website strategies to engage diverse communities and reporters.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Associate degree with two years of relevant experience.
• Four-year high school diploma with four years of relevant experience.
• A satisfactory combination of education and/or experience as described above.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage social media content and strategy, including short-form video production and editing, photography, copywriting, and growth of engagement.
• Manage MOCJ's public-facing website with clear, accessible content.
• Support media relations and rapid-response communications, including drafting press releases and responding to inquiries.
• Tell compelling stories about MOCJ's work by identifying community perspectives, data, milestones, and opportunities that demonstrate impact.
• Monitor news and social media for emerging issues, opportunities, and risks requiring agency attention.
• Draft speeches, talking points, briefing materials, and polished presentations for senior leaders for internal and external audiences.
• Support internal communications, including the weekly employee newsletter.
• Ensure communications are accurate, accessible, consistent, and aligned with priorities.
• Attend community meetings and press events as needed.

Skills

Social media strategy

Content creation

Photography

Video editing

Writing

Public relations

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate degree + 2 years experience

High school diploma + 4 years experience

Combination of education and experience

Tools

Website CMS

PowerPoint

Job description

Mayor's Office of Criminal Justice in New York City seeks a Senior Communications Manager to lead content creation, media relations, and web development. This hands-on role requires storytelling finesse, adaptability, and the ability to translate complex policy into accessible content.

Reporting to the Chief of Public Affairs, you will craft speeches, drafts, and talking points, while guiding social media and website strategies to engage diverse communities and reporters.