Job Description The NYC Department of Probation (DOP) is a world leader in working creatively and effectively engaging with people under court-mandated community supervision. Through innovative partnerships with people and organizations throughout New York City, DOP provides opportunities for those on probation to access services and opportunities that positively impact their life trajectory. Following the best current data on “what works,” staff at DOP engage in meaningful relationships with those on probation to enhance community safety and decrease recidivism. The New York City Department of Probation (DOP) helps build stronger and safer communities by working with and supervising people on probation, fostering positive change in their decision-making and behavior, and expanding opportunities for them to move out of the criminal and juvenile justice systems through meaningful education, employment, health services, family engagement and civic participation. We are located in every borough across the city and provide four core services – pre-sentence investigations, intake, diversion and probation supervision. In summary, DOP ensures that people who enter our system are supervised according to their risk level and receive the support and services they need to abide by the law and be an asset to their communities. The Department of Probation is recruiting a Communications Associate to work in close coordination with the Director of Communications to develop the agency’s communications as it relates to press and public information. The duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: - Assist with shaping the language, images, and multimedia that represent DOP. Ensuring consistent, clear messaging across all modes of communication, including traditional and new media, in-depth analytic reports, op-eds, fact sheets, testimony, text for video and podcasts, speeches, proposals, and presentations. - Research and develop strategies for the improvement of current internal and external communication channels. - Compile and track media coverage. - Assist with monitoring and prioritizing incoming press inquiries. - Research social media trends. - Draft social media posts for the agency and press materials. - Provide all pertinent information to the Director of Communications to support agency operations. - Other special projects and duties as assigned. COMMUNITY ASSOCIATE - 56057 Qualifications Qualification Requirements 1. High school graduation or equivalent and three years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to duties described above; or 2. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" above. Additional Information 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. Salary Min: $ 44,545.00 Salary Max: $ 74,134.00