Social Media Manager/Staff Assistant

Nevada’s 4th District Democratic Member of Congress seeks a highly talented, organized, passionate, team-oriented Social Media Manager/Staff Assistant for our North Las Vegas, Nevada District office. 

Candidates must be comfortable working with the public, have experience administering and creating original text and video content, managing post and social media accounts, and have excellent oral and written communication skills and able to express the Congressman’s voice creatively. As a Social media manager, candidate must be up-to-date with the latest digital technological and social media trends. Able to handle the Congressman’s social media presence ensuring high levels of web traffic and constituent engagement. 

Responsibilities include but are not limited to 

•Assisting to draft news releases, social media post, op-ed and talking points;

•Designing graphics for both social media and web content;

•Monitoring social media for trending topics;

•Maintaining and updating press lists;

•Compiling daily press clips;

•Perform research on current benchmark trends and audience preferences;

•Design and implement social media strategy to align with Congressman’s goals 

•Generate, edit, publish and share engaging content daily (e.g. original text, photos, videos and news); 

•Collaborate with the Press Secretary, and other staff members.

•Communicate with constituents, stakeholder and community leaders, respond to queries in a timely manner and monitor social media views and comments; 

•Oversee social media accounts’ design (e.g. Facebook timeline cover, Instagram, Twitter); 

•Suggest and implement new features to develop legislation awareness;

•Stay up-to-date with current technologies and trends in social media, design tools and applications; 

•Managing the front desk, greeting visitors, processing flag requests, answering phones, overseeing an active mail program; 

•Sorting/batching correspondence, drafting correspondence and ensuring a swift turnaround time; 

•Responding to constituent mail, keeping abreast of legislative developments, and meeting with constituent groups. 

The ideal candidate will be/must have:

•Strong oral and written communication skills;

•Passionate about public service and committed to the Congressman’s values;

•Poised, confident, self-starter, and team-player with a sense of humor;

•The ability to work in a high-paced environment;

•The ability to perform under pressure while managing multiple task;

•Sound political judgment;

•Thorough knowledge of local, state and federal agencies and departments;

•Knowledge of all issues and events in the district in which the Congressman is involved; 

•Ability to work cooperatively and courteously with others;

•Temperament to communicate with a variety of personalities in a tactful, pleasant, and professional manner; 

•Thoroughness and careful attention to detail;

•Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment in fulfillment of casework responsibilities; 

•Knowledge of office policies, practices, procedures, and computer applications; 

•Proven work experience as a Social media manager;

•Hands on experience in content management;

•Ability to deliver creative content (text, image and video);

•Solid knowledge of SEO, keyword research and Google analytics;

•Familiarity with web design;

•Excellent communication skills;

•Analytical and multitasking skills;

•Social media and digital experience;

•Bachelor’s degree in Communications or Marketing or relevant fields

Prior Hill or campaign communications experience, as well as professional social media and digital experience (including graphic design and photo and video editing) is preferred. Women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities and members of other underrepresented communities are strongly encouraged to apply. District ties are a plus. 

Qualified candidates must include a cover letter, resume, one writing sample, and three professional references in a single PDF file-- email submissions to the Director of Administration, selena.harvey@mail.house.gov. The Subject line must read " MEM-NV04-SMM/SA-20_ Last Name". All submissions must be received by September 28, 2020, at 5:00 p.m. PST.