Press Secretary

The Office of Congressman Pat Ryan (NY-18) seeks a Press Secretary based in the Washington DC office. Applicants should be prepared to join a highly-collaborative, high-achieving team and possess an eagerness to grow and learn within the office. Ties to New York’s 18th District are a plus. 

The ideal candidate should demonstrate excellent writing and editing skills in addition to a strong work ethic, good sense of humor, and keen attention to detail. The position will require working non-traditional hours. Responsibilities include:

• Writing press releases, statements and media advisories
• Drafting talking points and op-eds
• Staffing the Congressman for interviews and media events
• Planning press conferences and in-district events
• Responding to press inquiries
• Maintaining relationships and booking interviews with local press outlets 
• Other tasks as assigned 

The Press Secretary will report to the Communications Director, and work closely with the Chief of Staff, the District Director, the Digital Director, the Legislative Director, and other legislative and district staff in creating, coordinating and executing the digital and written content strategy to promote the Congressman’s legislative and district priorities. The salary range for this position is $60,000 - $80,000, commensurate with experience. 

The office is an equal opportunity employer; we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender identity or expression, or sexual orientation. Candidates of diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

Candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, two writing samples, and three references in a single PDF to ny18resumes@mail.house.gov with the job title and your full name in the subject line (e.g.: “Press Secretary - Bryson Daily). No phone calls, faxes or drop-ins, please. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis.