DEPUTY COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR

RHODE ISLAND OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL

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DEPUTY COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR

PAY GRADE 8726 ($68,709 $77,573) OR COMMENSURATE WITH EXPERIENCE

September 24, 2024 October 10, 2024

About the Office of the Attorney General :

The Attorney General is the state’s top lawyer and law enforcement official, protecting and serving the people and interests of Rhode Island through a broad range of duties.

Every day, the Office’s attorneys fight to ensure the public safety of the state’s communities, improve the economic security of its citizens, safeguard the state’s spectacular natural resources, and restore the public’s trust in government.

The Office’s attorneys prosecute complex and violent crimes but also functionally serve as one of the nation’s largest district attorney’s offices, prosecuting all felonies throughout the state.

Responsibilities :

The office is seeking a Deputy Communications Director to support the Communications Director in providing and producing information regarding the work of the Office to the public and the media.

This position reports to the Communications Director and works in close collaboration with leadership, staff attorneys, policy directors, and other staff.

The role will include participation in developing communication strategies, preparing communications materials, managing media relations, and developing contacts with media members and community leaders.

Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least three years’ experience within media relations, communications, news reporting, and / or related fields
• Demonstrated knowledge and proficiency with communications technologies
• Strong leadership track record
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Exceptional time management and organizational skills
• Familiarity with basic graphic design (Canva)
• Works well both independently and as part of a team in dealing with reporters and various media outlets, ensuring accuracy of work under strict deadlines
• Ability to distill sometimes complex legal information into compelling and understandable content for the public
• Willingness to interact with State government officials and employees, media members, and members of the public
• Proven ability to juggle multiple assignments and competing deadlines and priorities
• Willingness to develop familiarity with legal terminology and the legal system
• Flexibility to occasionally work outside of business hours

Application Process : Applicants should mail or email (1) a cover letter summarizing why you are interested and describing the skills and abilities you possess that will enable you to succeed in this position, (2) resume, and (3) list of three references to :

Aida Crosson

Director of Administration

Office of the Attorney General

150 South Main Street

Providence, RI 02903

[email protected]

Equal Opportunity Employer : The Attorney General’s Office is stronger, more credible, and more capable when its employees bring diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives to their work.

The Office encourages all qualified applicants from all ethnic and racial backgrounds, veterans, LGBTQ individuals, and persons with disabilities to apply.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, disability, or covered veteran status.

Other Information :

Finalists will be subject to a full background investigation including reference checks. All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of the background investigation.

Job Type : Full-time

Pay : $68,709.00 - $77,573.00 per year

Work Location : In person

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