About TRS
Since 1917, the Teachers’ Retirement System of the City of New York (TRS) has been securing better futures for NYC educators. With a pension fund valued at approximately $120 billion, TRS serves over 215,000 members, providing them with retirement, disability, and death benefit services.

Position Summary
The Public Information Office (PIO) leads the agency’s mass communications efforts, ensuring clear and impactful messaging across multiple platforms. The PIO Publications Team is responsible for producing a range of external communications, including newsletters, financial reports, brochures, email campaigns, and other key materials designed to inform and engage our members and stakeholders.

The Communication Specialist will support TRS’ external communications initiatives, ensuring clear, engaging, and brand-aligned messaging and will collaborate with stakeholders to develop informative content that strengthens engagement and reinforces TRS’ mission. Reporting to the Manager of Publications, key duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Responsibilities
- Create and edit content for newsletters, reports, brochures, email campaigns, and other external communications.
- Collaborate with subject matter experts to ensure accuracy and alignment with TRS branding.
- Proofread and mange publication workflows, maintaining consistency in messaging and visual presentation.
- Assist with digital content creation, supporting web and email communications strategies.
- Manage communication projects, ensuring deadlines, quality standards, and stakeholder expectations are met.
- Support team initiatives, participate in meetings and contribute ideas to enhance communications strategies.

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1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties described above; or
2. High school graduation or equivalent and six years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties as described above; or
3. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have at least one year of experience as described in "1" above.

- Expertise in corporate communications, media relations, and stakeholder engagement. - Strong editorial, proofreading, and content development skills across print, digital, email, reports. - Proficiency in brand messaging, marketing campaigns, and strategic communication planning. - Ability to manage multiple projects efficiently while ensuring quality, consistency, and timely delivery. - Experience with Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, and content management systems. - Exceptional collaborative and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally in fast-paced environment. - Background in financial services, education, or mission-driven organizations. - Proven ability to simplify complex technical content into clear, engaging message for diverse audiences. - Experience in web design and content production is a plus.

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.