Press Secretary
Core
Senior spokesperson leading day-to-day operations of the NYC DOT Press Office and executing earned-media strategies to communicate the agency's mission on safe, equitable, and sustainable movement of people and goods.
Role type
Senior IC Press Secretary / Communications Manager
Builds
Proactive earned-media campaigns, press releases, statements, speeches, media advisories, op-eds, briefing materials, and public engagement events.
Domain
Municipal transportation / Public sector communications
Deliverable
Product features (communications outputs)
Required skills
Strategic communications planning, crisis communication, media relations management, public speaking, editorial writing, team leadership, risk assessment, event planning
Preferred skills
Deep knowledge of NYC media landscape, ability to thrive in fast-paced environments, creative storytelling
Technologies
N/A
Responsibilities
Lead daily operations of the Press Office; serve as primary agency spokesperson; develop and execute earned-media strategies; draft and edit press materials; plan and execute press events; prepare leaders for interviews and press conferences; supervise and mentor Press Office staff; coordinate with internal units and sister agencies; manage reputational risks.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with management responsibilities