Press Aide Details

Press Aide

New York State Office of the Attorney General - New York, NY

Employment Type : Full-Time

Executive Division
Press Office – New York City
Press Aide
Reference No. EXEC/PO_PA_NYC_6156

Application Deadline is February 16, 2021

The New York state Office of the Attorney General (OAG) is seeking a Press Aide to serve on the
Attorney General’s Press Team to support all operations of the department. As head of the OAG, the
Attorney General is both the “people's lawyer” and the state's chief legal officer. As the “people's
lawyer,” the Attorney General serves as the guardian of the legal rights of the citizens of New York, its
organizations and its natural resources. In her role as the state's chief legal counsel, the Attorney
General not only advises the executive branch of state government, but also defends actions and
proceedings on behalf of the state. The OAG also brings affirmative litigation and develops policy
initiatives on topics including civil rights, health care, environmental protection, labor, financial
regulation and enforcement, public integrity, consumer protection, housing, drug trafficking, nonprofit
law and many others.

The Press Aide will work closely with the Director of Communications, Press Secretary, and other senior staff
to develop and execute effective communication strategies to further the daily work of the OAG. Daily
responsibilities of the Press Aide will include, but will not be limited to drafting press releases, statements,
media advisories, and social media content; working with OAG attorneys and other legal support staff on key
projects; and communicating with the state and the nation’s top political, regional, and legal journalists, while
also managing press contacts at key media outlets. This position is located in New York City.

Specific qualifications for the Press Aide position are as follows:

• Two (2) years of experience in media relations, communications , or a related field is required;

• Excellent verbal, written, analytical, and organizational communication skills are required;

• Prior New York State work experience and prior government, political , and/or campaign

• Ability to work in a dynamic environment and manage shifting deadlines and multiple priority

• Ability to work well independently and as a productive member of the OAG’s Press Office and

The OAG employees serve more than 19 million state residents through a wide variety of occupations. We
offer a comprehensive New York state benefits package, including paid leave, health, dental, vision, and
retirement benefits, and family-friendly policies. As an employee of the OAG, you will join a team of
dedicated individuals who work to serve the people of our state.

Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

The OAG is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to workplace diversity.