Press Assistant/Press Secretary

Organization

​U.S. House of Representatives, District Office (Democrat)

Position Title

Press Assistant/Deputy Press Secretary

​Position Type

Full-time

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Position Location

Tigard, Oregon OR Salem, Oregon

Must already be within a commutable distance OR open to relocating without assistance.

Position Description

Press Assistant/Deputy Press Secretary

DISTRICT OFFICE FOR DEMOCRAT MEMBER LOCATED IN OREGON

SUMMARY:

A Democrat Congressperson is seeking a Press Assistant/Deputy Press Secretary in

her district office to join an aggressive, fast-paced communications team. The ideal candidate

will have excellent writing, editing, and photography skills. Additionally, they will assist the

Communications Director in drafting releases, talking points, speeches, and quotes for in-district

press events, maintaining press lists, distributing daily press clips, and staffing the Member at

district-based press events. Strong proofreading and copyediting skills are a must.

This role primarily assists the Communications Director with drafting outgoing communications.

Candidates seeking to join a highly active press team across national, local, and digital media

with opportunities for growth are encouraged to apply.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Assist the Communications Director with drafting press releases, quotes, statements,
• speeches and talking points;
• Compile and distribute daily press clips;
• Help identify and cultivate relationships with local reporters and content creators in
• the district;
• Staff and manage reporter interactions with the Member at OR-based press events;
• Work with the District Office and Digital Manager to publicize constituent services and
• events;
• Manage live-streaming and photography at OR-based press conferences and events;
• Support the District Office with events;
• Work well under pressure and with quick turnarounds;

This is a full-time position based in district that often requires availability on nights and

weekends to support the Member’s communications plan and District Office operations. The

position requires attention to detail and strong written and oral communication skills along with

the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team environment. Spanish fluency is a plus

but not required.

How To Apply

The application portal will close on April 07, 2025 or upon receipt of 100 applications, whichever comes first.

Compensation

The salary range for this position is $55,000-$60,000, depending on experience, with full benefits including up to $833/month in student loan repayments; health, dental, and vision insurance; and both defined-benefit and defined-contribution retirement plans.

Emloyment Eligibility

The U.S. House of Representatives is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. All travel-related expenses associated with the interview and hiring process must be paid by the applicant, to include any relocation expenses. Employment may be contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a criminal history records check. Employment with the U.S. House of Representatives is at-will. A qualified applicant must meet one of the following residency requirements within the continental United States for eligibility for a paid position with the U.S. House of Representatives:

• Be a U.S. citizen
• Be lawfully admitted for permanent residence and seeking citizenship as outlined in 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3)(B)
• Be (i) admitted as a refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157 or granted asylum under 8 U.S.C. § 1158 and (ii) have filed a declaration of intention to become a lawful permanent resident and then a citizen when eligible
• Owe allegiance to the U.S. (i.e., qualify as a non-citizen U.S. national under federal law)