Posted On: January 31, 2017
Media-Related Job
Media Organization: MTA Metro-North Railroad
Company Description
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Job Description
CAREER OPPORTUNITY
Communication Assistant
Location: Manhattan-Midtown
Reference #: 88337
Salary Range: Grade C Min: $50,647.78 / Mid: $63,309.72
Metro-North Railroad reserves the right to remove this posting prior to the Application Deadline.
OPENING
MTA Metro-North Railroad is a dynamic organization, operating out of the jewel of New York City, Grand Central Terminal. We provide service to over 82 million customers annually, traveling in and out of New York and Connecticut. A subsidiary of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority, Metro-North Railroad is the busiest commuter railroad in the nation. MTA Metro-North Railroad strives to provide a safe commute, great service to its customers and rewarding opportunities to its employees.
POSITION OBJECTIVE
To provide writing and proofreading support for the department’s customer and employee communications.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Assist in writing news and feature articles for employees and customers.
Assist in updating intranet/internet/social media /web site content and in providing communications support during emergencies & incidents.
Take photos and video for employee publications/monitors/social media.
Proofread editorial materials.
Assist at employee and public corporate events.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Demonstrated ability to research and write in the style set for publications.
Ability to handle multiple tasks.
Strong editing and proofreading skills.
Expertise at using a camera. Demonstrated ability to understand technical topics
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and/or comparable applications
Ability to work during off hours as required.
REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communication, or related field.
PREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Published portfolio to include articles and photos, preferably in corporate communication publications or newspaper.
Experience in writing for or about a transportation operation is highly preferred.
SELECTION CRITERIA
To be selected for a position, an applicant must: (1) meet the minimum requirements in the job posting, (2) pass a written examination (if applicable), (3) satisfy a background investigation (which includes credit, if applicable), and (4) pass an oral interview, during which the interviewers will further evaluate the applicant's qualifications for the position. Because the selection process is competitive, not all qualified applicants are granted an interview. Metro-North may also require the applicant to undergo a physical ability test, and, if the Company extends a conditional offer, may require him or her to undergo a medical examination, which may include toxicological testing.
For applicants who are current employees, you must be in active service and have worked in your present position for at least one (1) year to be eligible to apply for a posted position, and have completed the agreed upon formal training commitment, plus on-the-job training, if applicable (for example: Signal Trainee, Foreman-In-Training, etc.) in order to be eligible to transfer. If you are transferred, you may be required to forfeit your seniority in your present occupation. In addition, Metro-North employees are subjected to an internal investigation, which includes an evaluation of their safety and discipline records and their performance assessments.
As an employee of Metro-North Railroad you may be required to complete a New York State financial disclosure statement, if you earn more than $91,821.00 or if you hold a position designated as a policy maker.
We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package. If interested, please apply online at:
www.mta.info
MTA Metro-North Railroad is an Equal Opportunity Employer
To Apply
Visit http://web.mta.info/mta/employment/ and click on the Metro-North Railroad link