Date Posted:
July 6, 2026
Position Title:
Press Assistant/Secretary
Office/Company:
Western Conservative Representative
Party:
Republican
Office Code:
Job Number:
MEM-214-26
Reports To:
Location:
Washington, DC
Contact:
ally.hibben@mail.house.gov
Salary:
Primary Role
Deputy Press Secretary/Digital Director
Secondary Role:
Job Type:
Description:
Western Conservative Member seeks an energetic and proactive Press
Assistant/Secretary with excellent writing skills to serve in the Member's Washington,
D.C., office. The candidate will work directly with the Member, Chief of Staff, Deputy Chief
of Staff, and Legislative team to communicate the Member's policy goals and drive a
cohesive message. The position is based in the
Washington, D.C., office. Title and compensation are commensurate with experience.
Responsibilities:
• Working with key staff to develop and implement a comprehensive communications
and media strategy that promotes the Member's policies and priorities.
• Drafting press releases, speeches, e-newsletters, talking points, and other
messaging as assigned.
• Managing all social media channels, including the official website, and creating
digital content.
• Assisting the Chief of Staff and Deputy Chief of Staff with the Member's franked
communications portfolio, including tele-town halls, newsletters, targeted emails,
and mailers.
• Pitching and fielding a high volume of press requests to engage the media in the
Member's activities.
• Building relationships with local and national reporters to book the Member for
media appearances.
• Assisting in preparing the Member for all interviews (including TV, radio, and print)
and other public appearances.
• Compiling daily press clips for distribution to office staff.
Qualifications:
Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills are required. Western ties and prior
experience on Capitol Hill are preferred but not required.
Instructions:
Please submit a resume, cover letter, 2 writing samples and references to Ally Hibben with the Subject Line: Full Name, Press Assistant Candidate.
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