(W2 Role) 02022024 Communication Specialist - Technical Writer (Onsite|Hybrid) Apply
Job Title: Technical Writer - Communication Specialist(Onsite/Hybrid)
Location: Brooklyn,NY 11201
Duration: 15 Months
Job Description:
Hybrid schedule: two days per week onsite at the office
Two (2) writing samples are required. Writing samples can be either a communication plan that the candidate developed; or a client letter or email announcing the launch of a new product or initiative; or an internal letter or email communicating a project delay; or a link to an online work portfolio to view writing sample.
Job Description:
The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience developing and implementing thoughtful, people-centered communications. They will be an exceptional writer who is organized, responsive, able to think strategically and independently about their work in the context of other agency and division initiatives, and able to convey the proposed strategy in a manner that invites feedback. Responsibilities include:
Reviewing the LRP communications strategy and contributing ideas and suggestions to ensure the strategy meets the Organizational Change Management work stream goals;
Reviewing and editing general communications plans, including content, to ensure that a multi-channel approach is used, and that emails, meeting materials, posters, videos, handouts, etc. resonate with their intended audience;
Reviewing and editing design materials (letters, forms, flows) to ensure editorial/tone consistency and client understanding
Attending meetings to represent the Communications Division and provide input; and sharing updates with Communications division leaders, with recommendations for next steps;
Drafting/Editing internal communications plans, as well as content for NYCERS website, portal, letters, fact sheets, forms, brochures and other marketing material;
Working collaboratively with Business Units, Business Analysts and IT to ensure that materials created are accurate and clear before they are put into production; and
Performing other duties, as directed
SCOPE OF SERVICES:
Author and Editor
Communication Strategy
Project Management
MANDATORY SKILLS/EXPERIENCE
Demonstrated experience developing and implementing thoughtful, people-centered communications and communication plans
Exceptional writer who is organized, responsive, able to think strategically and independently about their work in the context of other agency and division initiatives
Able to convey strategy in a manner that invites feedback
DESIRABLE SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:
Experience developing web/digital content
