Communications Specialist, Court of Appeals

Date Posted:

05/06/26

Applications Due:

06/03/26

Vacancy ID:

215561 Position Information NY HELPNo AgencyCourt Administration, Office of TitleCommunications Specialist, Court of Appeals Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers Salary Grade21 Bargaining UnitAPSU-Agency Police Services Unit (PBAofNYS) Salary RangeFrom $76112 to $76112 Annually Employment TypeFull-Time Appointment TypePermanent Jurisdictional ClassExempt Class Travel Percentage0% Schedule WorkweekMon-Fri Hours Per Week35 Workday From9 AM To5 PM Flextime allowed?

No Mandatory overtime?

No Compressed workweek allowed?

No Telecommuting allowed?

No Location CountyAlbany Street Address20 Eagle Street CityAlbany StateNY Zip Code12207 Job Specifics Duties Description

POSITION TITLE

COMMUNICATIONS

SPECIALIST, COURT OF APPEALS JG

21

LOCATION:

NEW YORK STATE COURT OF APPEALS

ALBANY, NY

BASE SALARY

$76,112 Under the direct supervision of the Clerk and Deputy Clerk of the Court, the Communications Specialist serves as the Court of Appeals representative to members of the media and public. The Communications Specialist disseminates public Court information, responds to inquiries from the media, civic organizations and the general public, and performs other related confidential duties. Duties include but are not limited to:

• Drafting case summaries for appeals to be argued before the Court and distributing them to the public.
• Responding to inquiries from the media and public regarding cases and other matters pending before the Court.
• Preparing daily news summaries for distribution to the Court.
• Assisting with coordinating courthouse tours to provide educational information for schools, civic organizations, and other interested groups.
• Assisting with coordinating special events and ceremonial functions at the Court.

Minimum QualificationsBachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and three (3) years of relevant experience; or An equivalent combination of education and experience. Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. How to Apply NameHeather Davis, Esq Telephone Fax Email AddressCOAHR@nycourts Address Street20 Eagle Street CityAlbany StateNY Zip Code12207 Notes on ApplyingAll interested persons meeting the minimum qualifications are encouraged to submit a UCS-5 Application for Employment form (obtainable from any administrative office in a court building or on the web at nycourts/careers/UCS5.pdf) and a cover letter and resume by email to COAHR@nycourts or mail to: Heather Davis, Esq. Clerk, Court of Appeals NYS Court of Appeals 20 Eagle Street Albany, New York 12207