Date Posted:
July 14, 2026
Position Title:
Communications Director
Office/Company:
Hon. Val Hoyle
Party:
Democrat
Office Code:
OR-04
Job Number:
HoR-371-26-HC
Reports To:
Chief of Staff
Location:
Washington, DC
Contact:
resumes.hoyle@mail.house.gov
Salary:
Commensurate with experience
Primary Role
Press Secretary/Communications Director
Secondary Role:
Job Type:
Full-time
Description:
Seeking a self-starting, highly experienced, and creative Communications Director to lead a fast-paced communications team.
Responsibilities:
Develops and implements strategic communications plans for the office, including working closely with the legislative team to develop media strategies to roll out legislation, send letters, and make other major announcements. Prepares for, briefs, and staffs the Congresswoman for media interviews, press conferences, roundtables, and other engagements; Drafts talking points, speeches, press releases, op-eds and other materials, as necessary, and in the Congresswoman’s voice; Speaks on background with reporters and acts as a media liaison for the Congresswoman; Helps manage social media presence, this includes drafting social media copy, clipping interviews, and creating graphics to circulate across platforms; Maintains and updates office website to ensure that it features timely content; Serves as the formal spokesperson and media liaison for the Member; Develops and implements media, communications, and public relations strategy for the Member; Oversees digital media, website and other communications consultant; Remains abreast of current legislative and non-legislative issues about which the Member may be questioned; Evaluates current events and media reports in the district and the nation for their impact on the Member; Provides ideas and advice on the effect in the media of the Member's actions and legislative activities; Creates official digital ads and other graphics; Writes speeches for the Member; Meets attendance requirements as established by the office; Maintains a good working relationship with the Member, staff, media, and constituents; Works well under pressure and handles stress; Supervises Press Secretary and any assigned Press Interns; Accepts performance-based criticism and direction; Works a flexible schedule including long hours, nights and weekends; and Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Exceptionally strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills; Deep understanding of print, broadcast, and online media; Understanding of House franking process and regulations; Experience with digital communications, including paid ads and analytics reports; Background in graphic design, including graphics, videos, CANVA or Adobe Suite preferred; Experience developing communication strategy for a Member of Congress, an elected official, a federal agency, or a private or non-profit organization; Expertise in advising others on a communication strategy and ability to work well on a team; Able to make split-second decisions and develop communications under tight deadlines; Strategic thinker, politically savvy and comfortable navigating difficult situations with press and staff; and Time management skills, ability to work under pressure, and comfortable balancing multiple responsibilities at once.
Instructions:
Please have them send a resume and cover letter to resumes.hoyle@mail.house.gov with the subject line: Communications Director Opening. No calls or drop-ins please.
Other:
This office is an equal opportunity employer; we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, parental status, military status, or any other factor or basis prohibited by applicable federal law.
