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Deputy Press Secretary

Executive Bureau

Communications Division

The Office of Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell seeks a Deputy Press Secretary to assist in its fast-paced, high-volume press office. The Deputy Press Secretary will respond to media inquiries, draft press materials and pitches, and will report to the Director of Communications and Press Secretary.

Primary Duties: Serve as a primary media spokesperson for several bureaus and divisions within the Attorney General’s Office, focusing on such areas as health care, charities, Medicaid fraud, legislative priorities, criminal matters, and others; respond to media inquiries from local and national print, radio, and television outlets regarding investigations and cases within your assigned bureaus; draft press releases, talking points, and public statements regarding the Office and matters relative to the assigned bureaus; craft speeches for public events; coordinate with bureau and division chiefs to track cases and activities; research and identify potential story angles and pitch story ideas to reporters; assist other staff, including the Director of Communications, Press Secretary, other Deputy Press Secretaries, and the Digital Director, as needed, on a variety of media and public relations events, issues, and projects.

Position Type: Full-Time/Exempt

Salary: $55,000 to $65,000

To apply for this position: Please visit the Employment and Recruitment Portal of the Attorney General’s Office at: https://ago-ma.igreentree.com/CSS_External/CSSPage_Welcome.ASP and apply directly. Applications submitted via MassCareers website are not received. Our hybrid model includes some telework days for most positions.

You will be asked to submit a cover letter and resume when applying for this position. The application deadline is June 30, 2023.

Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We will gladly assist applicants in need of an accommodation. For assistance, contact the Human Resources Division at (617) 963-2041.

Do not select MassCareers “apply online” option to apply for this position. Applications submitted via this MassCareers website are not received by our Office.

Inquiries regarding position & status may be made to:

Nicole Caravella Malone, Communications Director

Communications Division

617-727-2543

Position Requirements: Bachelor’s degree or related experience; experience in public relations, communications, or journalism; strong written and oral communication and research skills; strong attention to detail and organizational skills; proficiency with digital communications and social media platforms; and an ability to work under deadlines and manage multiple projects. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a connection to the people and communities we serve, including historically marginalized communities, have strong interpersonal skills, and have an interest in supporting a respectful and inclusive work environment.

The Attorney General’s Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer. As the representative of the Commonwealth and its residents, the Attorney General’s Office strives to ensure that those working in our office reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. The Office encourages applicants from a broad spectrum of backgrounds to apply for positions.

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