DEPARTMENT OF SANITATION
Full-Time
Location
NYC-ALL BOROS
No Exam Required
Department
Office Of Public Affairs
Salary Range:
$59,116.
00 – $91,768.
00
Job Description
The New York City Department of Sanitation (DSNY) keeps New York City healthy, safe, and clean by collecting, recycling, and disposing of waste, cleaning City streets and vacant lots, and clearing snow and ice.
DSNY is the nation's largest municipal sanitation agency, with nearly 10,000 employees, 59 district garages, and a fleet of more than 5,000 trucks, cars, and other types of equipment.
The Department clears litter, snow, and ice from approximately 6,500 miles of City streets and removes debris from vacant lots as well as abandoned vehicles from City streets.
The Bureau of Public Affairs seeks a Digital Communications Strategist.
Reporting to the Director of Communications within the Bureau of Public Affairs, the Digital Communications Strategist is the Department’s lead on social media communications, both proactive and reactive.
The Digital Communications Strategist will be responsible for planning, monitoring and evaluating social media communications on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin, and Tiktok, as well as, identifying new platforms as they emerge.
This position involves, both, writing and the creation of video content for the Department’s community initiatives and campaigns.
In addition to creating content and helping to craft the Department’s social media presence, this role has a substantial customer service component, responding to inquiries and following up both internally and externally.
Minimum Qualifications
1.
A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties described above; or
2.
High school graduation or equivalent and six years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties as described above; or
3.
Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above.
However, all candidates must have at least one year of experience as described in "1" above.
Preferred Skills
- The ideal candidate has at least 5 years experience in social media, video production, and content creation.
- Creativity, collaboration, and attention to detail are all required.
55a Program
This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program.
Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs.
For more information, please visit the U.
S.
Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.
gov/pslf/
Residency Requirement
New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment.
However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County.
To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.
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.
Job ID
589249
Title code
56058
Civil service title
COMMUNITY COORDINATOR
Title classification
Non-Competitive-5
Business title
Digital Communications Strategist
Experience Level: Experienced (Non-Manager)
Number of positions
1
Work location
125 Worth Street, Nyc
Category: Communications & Intergovernmental Affairs
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