Director of Public Affairs & Community Engagement Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cityofrochester/jobs/newprint/4838803) Apply  Director of Public Affairs & Community Engagement Salary $82,412.00 - $108,663.00 Annually Location Rochester, NY Job Type Full-Time Job Number 25DM970ADA10 Department City Council & Clerk Bureau Police Accountability Board Opening Date 02/19/2025 Closing Date 3/4/2025 11:59 PM Eastern + Description + Benefits General Description This is senior level position in the Police Accountability Board responsible for overseeing all public affairs and community engagement efforts and the staff assigned to these responsibilities. General supervision is provided by the Executive Director of the Police Accountability Board. Related work is performed as required. This is a Competitive Class position. The individual selected to fill this vacancy will be given a provisional appointment and will be required to participate in the next Civil Service Examination for this title. A qualified applicant may be provisionally appointed and serve in the position until a Civil Service Examination is administered and an appropriate eligible list can be established to make a permanent appointment in accordance with the Civil Service Rule of Three. (See " http://www.cityofrochester.gov/article.aspx?id=8589935786 " Provisional Appointment - FAQ's) If you are already a City employee and have permanent, competitive status in your current position and appointment to this title would result in a provisional appointment in another department, you will lose your previous permanent competitive rights. CITY RESIDENCY WILL BE REQUIRED WITHIN ONE YEAR OF HIRE. Typical Work Activities + Oversees all public affairs and community engagement efforts for the Police Accountability Board, ensuring alignment with the Board’s mission, vision, and values; + Initiates and cultivates relationships with elected officials at the local, state, and national levels to advocate for the Board’s mission, foster partnerships, and advance public policy priorities; + Manages communications with community advocacy groups, including members of the Police Accountability Board Alliance, United Christian Leadership Academy, and organizations serving underrepresented communities, to promote trust and collaboration; + Develops and oversees the implementation of surveys, focus groups, and other mechanisms to assess citizens’ public safety priorities, ensuring community voices are incorporated into the Board’s initiatives; + Approves all content for the Board’s website and social media platforms, ensuring messaging is clear, accurate , and reflective of the Board’s work and mission; + Works closely with the Executive Director to ensure compliance with laws related to confidentiality, ethics, open meetings, and freedom of information; + Approves and coordinates all press and public communications regarding the Board’s work, powers, and limitations, serving as the primary spokesperson when necessary; + Leads the planning and execution of community outreach programs and public engagement initiatives to strengthen relationships with stakeholders and build public trust; + Provides strategic guidance to the Executive Director and Board Members on matters related to public relations, community engagement, and stakeholder communications; + Develops and maintains a comprehensive Public Affairs and Community Engagement strategy, including measurable goals and objectives , to advance the Board’s visibility and impact; + Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of public affairs and community engagement initiatives, using data to improve outreach and communications efforts; + Attend and actively participate in outside community events, including but not limited to community festivals, marketplace activities, gatherings, civic and social events, public forums connected with neighborhoods being canvassed, local business events, and other opportunities for interaction with community members; + Fosters and improves partnerships by building meaningful relationships during these engagements, ensuring the PAB maintains a visible and impactful presence in the community. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Communications , Public Relations, Journalism, Public Administration, or a related field AND three years of experience in the development of written and digital media content, public affairs, or community engagement. For full-time employees: The City of Rochester offers a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. For less-than full-time employees: The City of Rochester offers numerous growth opportunities to include the potential to transition into full-time, permanent employment. Employer City of Rochester (NY) Address 30 Church Street Room 103A Rochester, New York, 14614 Phone 585-428-7115 Website http://www.cityofrochester.gov Apply Please verify your email address Verify Email