Public Relations Manager/Public Information Officer
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Title: Public Relations Manager/Public Information OfficerDuration: 6+ monthsLocation: Albany, NYThe Department of Financial Services, Health and Pharmacy Benefits Bureau ( Department ) is seeking a public information officer to provide high level administration of a public outreach program in furtherance of the Department's efforts in regulating Pharmacy Benefit Managers ( PBM ) operating in New York. Under the supervision of an Assistant Counsel, the public information officer will:- Serve as point person for the Health and Pharmacy Benefits Bureau in public outreach efforts.- Monitor press for issues relevant to the bureau's work and provide written briefings to bureau leadership on major trends.- Review comments from members of the public and collaborate with bureau leadership to identify common concerns and evaluate impact on and of rule making activities.- Assist complaints team with reviewing and responding to complaints from members of the public, including by establishing and maintaining cooperative relationships with consumers, pharmacies, and PBMs.- Coordinate with website team on the development of guidance for members of the public and PBMs about the complaint process.- Perform other duties as assigned.Preferred Experience:- One year of experience in a similar role- Experience working in GovernmentAdditional information:-There is an incumbent in this position- A background check and fingerprinting will be required. The background check should include verification of education and employment- Interviews will be conducted via Microsoft Teams- Client does not provide parking, but there is metered parking around the building and the office is accessible by bus.- Once onboarded, Client currently has a 50% telecommuting policy in place.- Basis for award is best value