District Staff Assistant/Press Secretary - U.S. House of Representatives : Job Details

Organization

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

Position Title

District Staff Assistant/Press Secretary

Position Type

Full - Time

Position Location

Oregon City, Oregon

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

Position Description

Congresswoman Janelle Bynum's Office Seeking District Staff Assistant/Press Secretary

The Office of Congresswoman Janelle Bynum is seeking a District Staff Assistant/ Press Secretary. This position offers a unique opportunity to serve in a dual role furthering the district office's administrative and communication activities.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The District Staff Assistant/Press Secretary will maintain the district office to ensure a welcoming environment for constituents and visitors – and work with the office's communications team to manage media contacts, create content, and organize district events.

DUTIES:

• Greet and screen visitors at the district office based in Oregon City, Oregon;

• Handle incoming calls with poise, professionalism, and promptness to capture input from constituents on policy matters for consideration and response;

• Draft memos, speeches, video scripts, newsletters, surveys, and social media content;

• Staff the Congresswoman for interviews at district events;

• Assist with planning and executing district events, such as town halls and roundtable meetings;

• Develop and implement media and communication strategies for the Member;

• Drive the Member to events and staff events as needed; and

• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree or related job experience;

• A demonstrated interest in public service;

• Familiarity with the Oregon Congressional District 5 and knowledge of current issues and events in which the Member is involved;

• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills;

• Strong oral communication skills;

• Understanding of print and broadcast media; and

• Ability to work well under pressure and courteously with others.

Salary Level/Range

$50,000 to $65,000

How to Apply

The referral portal will close either on Thursday, August 21st or upon receipt of 100 applications, whichever comes first.

Employment 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)