The mission of the New York City Police Department is to enhance the quality of life in New York City by working in partnership with the community to enforce the law, preserve peace, protect the people, reduce fear, and maintain order.

The New York Police Department is seeking a Press Officer to work closely with the Deputy Commissioner of Public Information to formulate goals and set standards for the New York Police Department’s (NYPD) media relations.

Key Responsibilities:

- Prepare policy statements, reports, speeches, news releases and editorial responses. Ensure the accuracy and correctness of interpretation of information released to the media.
- Initiate print and broadcast media coverage. May serve as an agency spokesperson or coordinate press interviews with the Police Commissioner and other key executive-level staff.
- Prepare press briefings and initiate prep sessions prior to interviews and press conferences; coach and train NYPD staff in how to respond to the media.
- Formulate media strategies in order to create visibility, awareness and positive perceptions of NYPD; effectively publicize NYPD's services, programs, initiatives, events and achievements; and promote the Department's image through print and broadcast media.
- Research and update media list, manage media databases, and coordinates media outreach.
- Arrange and coordinate photo opportunities to highlight new programs and initiatives, executive appointments, special events and positive achievements.

WORK LOCATION
1 Police Plaza, New York, NY 10038

TO APPLY
Please visit: https://cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID #720452

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
In compliance with Federal Law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

The City of New York offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance for the employee and his or her spouse or domestic partner and unemancipated children under age 26, union benefits such as dental and vision coverage, paid annual leave and sick leave, paid holidays, a pension, and optional savings and pre-tax programs such as Deferred Compensation, IRA, and a flexible spending account.

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1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university and three years full- time satisfactory professional experience related to the projects and policies to be studied in the particular position, including eighteen months of experience in a managerial, consultative, administrative or supervisory capacity.

2. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to “1” above; however, all candidates must possess eighteen months of experience in a managerial, consultative, administrative or supervisory capacity as described above.

- Excellent writing / composition and editing skills - At least five years of experience interfacing with media and/or journalists. - Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Outlook and other similar programs - Experience with press releases, remarks, op-eds, advisories, event briefings, and similar materials - Strong research skills and attention to detail. Must have the ability to review, analyze, summarize, and visualize data - Must have the ability to work well with others - Experience working with reporters, including responding to inquiries - Experience developing/drafting strategic media and communications plans - Interest in research, messaging, and promoting/explaining policy - Experience coordinating across organizations/ working collaboratively on complex projects with a range of stakeholders

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.