Content Writer at New York State Department of Civil Service Albany, NY

Content Writer job at New York State Department of Civil Service. Albany, NY. Job Details This full‑time position is based in Albany, Monday through Friday. Salary range is $40,000 to $50,000, commensurate with experience and education. Responsibilities Research industry‑related topics (combining online sources, interviews and studies) Write clear content to promote our members, their districts and state resources Proofread and edit posts before publication Submit work to editors for input and approval Coordinate with relevant departments and stakeholders to illustrate materials Ensure all‑around consistency (style, fonts, images and tone) Update website content as needed Qualifications Proven work experience as a Content Writer, Copywriter or similar role Portfolio of published articles or written work Experience doing research using multiple sources Familiarity with web publications Excellent writing and editing skills in English Ability to meet deadlines Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, English, journalism, or closely related field Two or more years of professional writing experience Familiarity with digital communications techniques, including social media, is desired Consistent and reliable attendance Additional Qualifications Strong writing skills Willingness to learn new communications platforms and adjust your writing as needed is essential Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize workload to meet tight deadlines Strong attention to detail while retaining the ability to see the bigger picture Initiative to identify opportunities for improvement Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to clearly communicate matters to all levels of management Strong customer interaction skills and the ability to work with various stakeholders across multiple tasks Experience developing and delivering compelling, informative and well written prose is a requirement Self‑starter, proactive problem‑solver and action‑oriented team player with previous experience translating complex information into plain language Committed to providing superior service, poised in a fast‑paced environment, and have a positive and flexible attitude Bilingual preferred but not required Benefits Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Wellness Program Application Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, two writing samples, and a resume to View email address on click.appcast.io . Submissions without all four items will not be considered. This recruitment will remain open until filled. Legal Notice The New York State Senate is an Equal Opportunity employer that values a diverse and equitable workplace. We do not permit discrimination based on race, age, creed, color, religion, gender/sex, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, familial status, national origin, predisposing genetic characteristics, or physical or mental disability, domestic violence victim status, arrest/criminal conviction record, pregnancy and related conditions, gender identity or expression, sexual harassment, immigration status, or hair texture or protective hair styles. Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. #J-18808-Ljbffr Hong Kong Study Skills Research Institute