Press Secretary (Speaker of the House)

This is an at-will, partisan, senior level position who leads the Speaker of the House’s personal communication efforts. The Press Secretary communicates the Speaker’s position to the media, schedules interviews, responds to media requests, advises the Speaker on communication strategies, manages multiple social media accounts, and drafts all public comments and correspondence. The individual must be able to work closely with legislators, staff, and coordinate with the caucus communications department. The position requires in-person work Monday-Friday, with occasional remote work as directed by the Chief of Staff or Speaker and will require work on some nights and weekends. Due to the nature of the position, a high level of confidentiality and professionalism is required.

Duties

· Acts as a point of contact for media outlets interested in the Speaker of the House and House Republicans

· Prepares briefing documents and background information ahead of public comments

· Provides counsel to the Speaker with all public comments

· Provides initial drafts of all speeches, press releases, opinion editorials, and other public comments

· Monitors news coverage of the Speaker and provides strategic advice on shaping coverage

· Speaks to the media on the Speaker’s behalf as an official spokesperson

· Assists with constituent correspondence, internal messages, or personal communication as needed

· Monitors and tracks relevant federal and state legislative developments, political news, and media coverage to keep informed

· Attends director level meetings to assist in completing the weekly/monthly agenda

· Performs other duties assigned

Salary

• Depends on Qualifications

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

· Bachelor’s degree preferred

· Three or more years of communications, legislative, or other relevant experience preferred

· Must possess strong research, writing, analysis, and oral presentation skills

· Must be comfortable functioning in a high-pressure and fast-paced environment

· Experience working with different personalities and a multitude of issues is required

· Must be able to learn House rules, policies, and guidelines

· Must be able to learn legislative districts and state political processes

· Familiarity handling a demanding schedule and organizing large amounts of information preferred

Additional Requirements and Information

All Michigan House of Representatives employees have a non-tenured, "at will" employment status. It is the policy of the House of Representatives to employ, by the Constitution and applicable federal or state statutes, qualified individuals without regard to religion, race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, height, weight, familial status, marital status, disability or any other categories or groups protected by law. If an accommodation is needed during the application process, please contact the House Human Resources Office at (517) 373-3069. An individual needing accommodations must notify the employer in writing, within 182 days after the need is known. Persons denied equal opportunity based on these conditions may file a complaint with the Michigan Civil Rights Commission.

How to Apply

Submission of Application
Qualified applicants should send cover letter and resume to:

Michigan House of Representatives
Human Resources
P.O. Box 30014
Lansing, MI 48909-7514

or email: HumanResources@house.mi.gov

Accommodations
If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the ADA coordinator for the agency that posted this position vacancy.

Benefits

The Michigan House of Representatives provides comprehensive benefits, with full-time salaried benefits which include but are not limited to:

• Insurance — House employees receive medical, dental and vision insurance.The plans offered are some of the most comprehensive employer-sponsoredplans in the area and are available at a low cost to employees.
  Vacation Time — House employees receive 26 vacation days per year. With theexception of session days (typically around 100 days/year.)
• Paid Holidays — House employees receive 12 paid holidays per year.
• Employer-Matched 401(k) — Employees automatically receive a 4% 401(k)contribution from the House, plus the first 5% of employee contributions arematched. For example, an employee that opts to contribute 5% to their 401(k) willreceive a 9% contribution from the House, subject to vesting requirements.
• Additional Benefits — Additional benefits as outlined in the Employee Handbook,such as the opportunity to purchase additional life insurance (a 1x salary lifeinsurance policy is provided at no cost to the employee), membership discounts,personal and financial wellness programs, etc.