Rapid Response/Digital Assistant

Ranking Member Robert Garcia of the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform has an immediate need to hire a creative, organized, detail-oriented individual to serve as Rapid Response / Digital Assistant to serve on the front lines of the committee’s investigations. This is a high-intensity role designed for a sharp, digitally fluent professional who thrives under pressure and can move at the speed of the news cycle.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Monitoring breaking developments, analyzing emerging narratives to respond quickly on social platforms, and working with the Digital Director to shape the voice of the committee’s accounts. Individual responsibilities include the ability to:

• Engage with the rapid response cycle: Monitor news and social media to identify emerging news developments. 
• Draft quickly: Prepare social media copy, and real-time rebuttals with precision and clarity.
• Help manage digital presence: Work closely with communications staff to ensure the Committee’s online platforms reflect accurate, compelling, and proactive messaging.
• Show strong political instincts and news judgment, with a deep understanding of the modern media ecosystem and importance of digital amplification.
• Display outstanding writing and editing ability with meticulous attention to detail.
• Demonstrate an ability to multitask, prioritize, and meet urgent deadlines in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting.

PREFERRED BUT NOT REQUIRED 

• Are a creative thinker who can identify opportunities to align Oversight work with the news cycle; develop fresh approaches to audience engagement and Committee voice across social media.
• Have a familiarity with media monitoring tools, analytics platforms, or research databases.
• Have crisis communications experience or background in opposition research.
• Have an established digital voice or understanding of online audience engagement strategies.

Experience in rapid response, Capitol Hill, federal policy, investigative journalism, campaigns, or high-level communications is preferred, but not necessary.

COMPENSATION & WORKPLACE

Salary is commensurate with experience. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including marital or parental status), sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, or national origin. Candidates with diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

This position is based in Washington, D.C. and reports to the Digital Director. The position may require work outside standard office hours. The ability to work well with others, manage competing priorities, and turn around high-quality products under tight deadlines is a must.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

The Oversight Committee is committed to, and benefits from, a diverse staff. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including marital or parental status), sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, or national origin

Application Instructions: 

Interested applicants are encouraged to submit a resume to detrick.manning@mail.house.gov with “Rapid Response / Digital Assistant” in the subject line by May 18, 2026, at midnight. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. No calls or walk-ins please.