Minimum Qualifications

Appointment method :

This is an appointment to a position in the exempt jurisdictional class. As such, the incumbent of this position would serve at the pleasure of the appointing authority.

The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description The New York State Department of Financial Services seeks to build an equitable, transparent, and resilient financial system that benefits individuals and supports business.

Through engagement, data-driven regulation and policy, and operational excellence, the Department and its employees are responsible for empowering consumers and protecting them from financial harm;

ensuring the health of the entities we regulate; driving economic growth in New York through responsible innovation; and preserving the stability of the global financial system.

The Department of Financial Services is seeking candidates for the position of Press Secretary in External Affairs and Strategy.

Under the general direction of the Executive Deputy Superintendent and Assistant Deputy Superintendent of External Affairs and Strategy, the Press Secretary plans and assists with coordinating DFS communication and media operations.

Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the following :

• Develops and maintains relationships with financial services media outlets;
• Develops and executes external communications efforts; identifies opportunities to support organizational initiatives; develops communications materials and plans community programs to promote and publicize these activities;
• Collaborates with Executive team in the development of strategic communications plans to support DFS's mission, goals, and objectives;
• Drafts, reviews and edits communications materials including news releases, news materials, talking points, opinion pieces, online content, external education programs, and annual reports;
• Researches and prepares responses to inquiries from local and national press; tracks relevant press coverage, including social media activity;
• Supervises and manages members of the communications team including media affairs, social media, public engagement, and speechwriting : The candidate should have experience managing and supervising team members of varying experience, and be able to offer them strategic guidance, feedback and insight;
• Oversees coordination of Legislative and External Affairs relationships agency-wide and promotes improvements that advance the mission of DFS and progress toward policies that are more impactful, inclusive, and equitable;
• Builds and maintains collaborative relationships with government officials and community stakeholders and navigates complex issues with multiple constituencies with differing perspectives and needs;
• Supports media activities with the Governor’s press office, other state agencies and relevant outside entities concerning press events and activities;
• Acts as a primary liaison to the Governor’s press office, other state agencies, and other relevant outside entities concerning press events;
• Performs advance logistics duties in preparation of upcoming public engagements and acts as DFS liaison to ensure seamless coordination for staging events with various public officials; and
• Performs other related duties as directed and assigned by Executive Deputy Superintendent and Assistant Deputy Superintendent.

Preferred Qualifications :

• A Bachelor’s Degree and at least five years of communications and public affairs experience.
• Ability to work flexible work hours as needed, and travel may be required.
• Strong writing experience and excellent communication skills.
• Ability to build strong interpersonal relationships and work closely with executive staff.
• Knowledge of effectively and collaboratively directing a team.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Project management skills.
• Strong relationships with financial services media.
• Government and financial services industry experience preferred.

Our team members enjoy competitive wages, affordablehealth, dental, and prescription drug insurance, 3 weeks paidvacation, paid sick leave, 11 paid holidays, flexible schedules,401(k) with company match, and a chance to make a difference everyday! Full and part-time opportunities available for many positions.Hiring immediately!

Pay $17.00 per hour

Reports to the designated director, manager,administrator, or supervisor. Responsible for performing a varietyof routine clerical and departmental duties.

• Receive telephone calls and visitors;handle routine matters personally and route non routine business toproper staff for consideration.
• Maintaincalendar and schedule appointments.
• Act asliaison between manager, director and other center and departmentalstaff.
• Maintain correspondence control log,receive incoming and outgoing mail and follow up on dates foraction items.
• Review and audit all assignedareas regularly for contractual compliance and effectiveness ofdelivery of services to student.

Prepare relatedreports.

• Perform a variety of clerical andadministrative duties; preparation of special reports, type anddistribute meeting minutes, maintain files and records, statisticaldata, make travel arrangements, etc. asrequired.
• Maintain a safe and clean work areathat models high standards for a workenvironment.
• Enter information into CIS, EISand other automated system asdirected.

Education andExperience Requirements :

High schooldiploma or equivalent and one year related experience required.Experience with youth, excellent written and verbal communicationsskills and computer proficiency required.

Valid driver’slicense with an acceptable driving record, unless waived bymanagement.

Description

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Our team members enjoy competitive wages, affordable health, dental, and prescription drug insurance, 3 weeks paid vacation, paid sick leave, 11 paid holidays, flexible schedules, 401(k) with company match, and a chance to make a difference every day! Full and part-time opportunities available for many positions. Hiring immediately!

Pay $17.00 per hour

Reports to the designated director, manager, administrator, or supervisor. Responsible for performing a variety of routine clerical and departmental duties.

• Receive telephone calls and visitors; handle routine matters personally and route non routine business to proper staff for consideration.
• Maintain calendar and schedule appointments.
• Act as liaison between manager, director and other center and departmental staff.
• Maintain correspondence control log, receive incoming and outgoing mail and follow up on dates for action items.
• Review and audit all assigned areas regularly for contractual compliance and effectiveness of delivery of services to student.

Prepare related reports.

• Perform a variety of clerical and administrative duties; preparation of special reports, type and distribute meeting minutes, maintain files and records, statistical data, make travel arrangements, etc. as required.
• Maintain a safe and clean work area that models high standards for a work environment.
• Enter information into CIS, EIS and other automated system as directed.

Education and Experience Requirements :

High school diploma or equivalent and one year related experience required. Experience with youth, excellent written and verbal communications skills and computer proficiency required.

Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record, unless waived by management.

Job Description

Minimum or Preferred Qualifications

High school diploma or GED equivalency. Must demonstrate ability to read, write and comprehend medical terminology. Previous clerical and / or receptionist duties preferred.

Computer skills required. Must successfully complete a basic computer skills assessment and clerical skills assessment.

Department

OCH Nursing NICU

Grade

Bi-Weekly Hours

37.5

Scheduled Work Hours

3p -11p

Weekend / Holiday Requirement

Weekend and / or Holiday Scheduling Required

Union Code

05 - SEIU CHOB Clerical

Recruiter

Constance Rollo

Auto req ID

Shift Days / Times : 9A - 5P

Unpaid lunch break

Overtime Required : No

Travel Required : No

Work on a NYS Holiday Required : No

No Parking Provided

Front Desk Receptionist

Answer calls on multi line switchboard, route calls to the appropriate party

Greet customers, check them in , call Counselors to inform them of their appointments

Handle questions from walk-ins and direct them to the appropriate staff

Use case management system to look up participants in the system

Provide callers with infromation about applying for services, send emails with link for application and orientation videos

Schedule orietnation appointments, keep orientation log