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New York State Homes & Community Renewal · 1 month ago

Writer/Editor

New York, NY, US

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$85K/yr - $85K/yr

3+ years exp

New York State Homes and Community Renewal (HCR) is the State’s affordable housing agency, with a mission to build, preserve, and protect affordable housing and increase homeownership throughout New York State. The role of Writer/Editor involves producing compelling content, drafting speeches and communications materials, and developing communication strategies to promote agency activities and enhance relationships with the public and media.

FinanceProperty ManagementReal Estate

Responsibilities

Produces compelling content that conveys the Agency's vision and mission to a variety of audiences

Drafts speeches, briefings, talking points, and additional executive materials for the Commissioner and senior staff

Works with the External Affairs unit to develop a communication strategy that aligns with overall Agency and Executive Chamber priorities

Writes and edits external communications materials such as press releases, articles, op-eds, and a wide range of digital content

Generates ideas and strategies for press announcements, social media campaigns, and other communication initiatives

Reviews external and internal content to ensure accuracy and clarity, and that materials meet Agency style and branding guidelines

Supports Agency and Executive Chamber public events

Qualification

Communication strategyMicrosoft OfficeGrammar masteryAttention to detailTime managementCollaborative workIndependent work

Required

Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Communications, or Public Relations a related writing-intensive field

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), potentially specialized software like SharePoint

Mastery of grammar, style guides, proofreading, and an ability to translate complex information for a non-specialist audience

Strong attention to detail, time management, ability to meet deadlines, excellent communication, and the capacity to work both independently and collaboratively