Job Description

PUBLIC RELATIONS ASSISTANT

The Suffolk County District Attorney’s Office (SCDA) is one of the largest prosecutors' offices in the country and has recently launched a number of cutting-edge initiatives and reforms that have put it on the national stage for innovation. We are a team: one that is committed to making our community a safe place to live, work and raise a family. SCDAO is looking for the most qualified candidates to join our ranks, with the objective of recruiting those with diverse backgrounds, a strong work ethic, integrity and a commitment to public service and justice.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS
An employee in this class performs public information work, transmitting information to the media and/or the public on activities and services under the auspices of the office. Responsibility may also be included for receiving and handling complaints from the public. The incumbent is expected to use some judgement and initiative in performing duties. The work is performed under the supervision of an administrative superior and is reviewed through conferences and written reports. Performs related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Answers inquiries and provides information to the media and general public;

Drafts or assists in drafting press releases, and then disseminates them to the media;

Takes photographs of SCDA staff at public-facing events, and write captions for official local government photographs;

Implements arrangements for participation at various media events;

Maintains and updates the SCDA’s website and other social media accounts;

Drafts talking points and prepares SCDA staff for public-facing events;

Prepares and maintains statistical records and prepares drafts;

Organizes and staffs press conferences;

May speak at community meetings and gatherings.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
Ability to learn the principles and techniques of advertising and public relations; ability to write clear, concise and interesting public information material; ability to learn the services and activities performed by the office; ability to analyze facts and to exercise sound judgement in arriving at conclusions; ability to handle inquiries efficiently and refer callers to other offices according to their requirements; ability to compile and interpret charts and graphs; ability to assist in the organizing, planning and directing of promotional campaigns; ability to express oneself clearly and concisely both orally and in writing; empathy in listening to the public's complaints and the ability to solve problems in the best interest of both parties; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

COMPENSATION
Starting salary: Approximately $54,000/year 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Open Competitive

Either:

(a) Graduation from a New York State or regionally accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree and two (2) years of experience that regularly involved writing or editing responsibilities in the fields of journalism, marketing, managerial sales or public relations; or,

(b) Graduation from a standard senior high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and six (6) years of experience that regularly involved writing or editing responsibilities in the fields of journalism, marketing, managerial sales or public relations; or,

(c) An equivalent combination of education and experience as defined by the limits of (a) and (b).

The Office of the Suffolk County District Attorney reserves the right to change without notice any statement on this page concerning, but not limited to, rules, policies, eligibility, recruitment and terms of employment. The Office of the Suffolk County District Attorney is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and it is our policy not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, disability, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service, or any other non-merit factor.

Job Tags

Full time, Local area,

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