Strategic Communications & Executive Assistant to the Mayor

City of Boston; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Boston seeks a Communications Associate & Executive Assistant to support the Mayor's Office Communications team. You will organize press materials, talking points, and memos while coordinating engagements for the Chief of Communications and senior leadership.

You will track media inquiries, monitor coverage, and assist with press events. Strong writing and editing skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum three (3) years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, experience in communications, public relations, media relations or related fields.
• Bachelor's degree preferred in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, English, Marketing, or Public Administration.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to adapt style to audiences.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with others at all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate projects for the Mayor's Office Communications team and provide administrative support.
• Develop and edit press materials, talking points, memos, and statements for media and Mayor.
• Manage scheduling and engagements for the Chief of Communications and senior leaders.
• Assist with press events and prep for media interviews.
• Monitor media coverage and maintain press lists; respond to inquiries in a timely manner.

Skills

Public relations

Media relations

Executive support

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Research & fact-checking

Community engagement

Civic engagement

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

The City of Boston seeks a Communications Associate & Executive Assistant to support the Mayor's Office Communications team. You will organize press materials, talking points, and memos while coordinating engagements for the Chief of Communications and senior leadership.

You will track media inquiries, monitor coverage, and assist with press events. Strong writing and editing skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure are essential.