Press Secretary

This position requires a candidate who has 3-5 years of experience in communications and media relations. The candidate must have excellent writing skills and be able to work responsively with local media on a daily basis. The candidate must be able to multi-task as the duties over the course of a day will be varied. Candidate must be able to write on deadline, and to interact with reporters and with legal staff and intervention/prevention staff. Knowledge of legal or criminal justice system is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Handling reporter requests

Writing press releases

Updating website and social media

Coordinating events

Staffing the District Attorney at events

Assisting with press conferences

Daily press clip tracking

Drafting quarterly office newsletters

Tracking press cases

Be available on call for breaking news and serve as the primary point of contact for media in the absence of the Chief of Administration

Excellent writing skills

Excellent communication, organization and interpersonal skills

Media relations experience

Must be creative, flexible and a team player

Must be able to be available for reporters on evenings and weekends

Knowledge of the legal and/or criminal system preferred, but not required

A valid driver’s license, as travel within the Greater Boston area and across Middlesex County may be required

By submitting your application, you acknowledge the following:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. M.G.L. c. 149, § 19B.

You certify that the facts set forth in this employment application and attached resume are true and complete to the best of your knowledge and authorize the Middlesex District Attorney’s Office to verify the accuracy of the education and employment information herein. You understand that falsified statements shall be considered grounds for discharge.

You understand that the Middlesex District Attorney’s Office requires a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) check on all prospective employees as a condition of their employment, and that individuals other than those provided by a candidate may be contacted in the course of completing a full background and qualifications check.

Starting Salary: Commensurate with experience

Vacation: 2 weeks per year, with the ability to carry over up to two weeks each calendar year

Sick leave: 15 days per year, accrued monthly

Personal days: 3 per year (depending upon the quarter of the year of one's employment)

Healthcare, Dental and Vision plans (both individual and family)

Retirement benefits

State pension benefits, vesting at 10 years of service

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