Communications Manager

The NYS Senate Majority Conference Services Department is seeking a full-time Communications Manager.

This position reports to the Director of Majority Conference Services to implement communications strategies for use by Majority Conference Member offices. This includes social media posts and developing content and designs for materials to be distributed by majority conference members to their constituents, including flyers, and brochures.

Responsibilities will include:

• Research and develop content, including brochures, flyers, and mailers for distribution to constituents on various legislative accomplishments and state resources
• Draft and design social media graphics on legislative initiatives including important bills passing, being signed into law, or taking effect
• Track legislation through LRS
• Assist in developing mail plans for Majority Conference Members

The ideal candidate will meet the following requirements:

• Excellent writing and oral communication skills
• Strategic thinker with knowledge of the NYS Government process and legislature
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
• Effective written communication skills
• Experience with Graphic Design, particularly for social media
• Experience with Legislative Retrieval System (LRS)
• Knowledge of NYS Government Agencies/Resources
• Previous communications experience preferred, but not required

Salary is competitive while health care and pension benefits are included.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Albany, NY 12210: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person