Press Secretary

The Office of Congressman Jamaal Bowman (NY-16) is seeking a highly motivated, full-time District Press Secretary based out of the Bronx/Westchester office.

ABOUT US

Our team is fortunate to represent and fight for New York's 16th Congressional District. We are a diverse, dynamic, kind and joyful team that is driven by the mission of racial and economic justice. We possess a clear understanding that structural racism and economic inequality exist throughout all institutions and policies, including but not limited to housing discrimination, environmental racism, wealth inequality, under resourced schools, mass incarceration and redlining. We will use all levers to meet people's needs while building a better future.

THE ROLE

Responsibilities include outreach and relationship building with local media; strategic communications planning; arranging local media interviews; drafting talking points and materials such as press releases and media advisories; preparing franked materials such as email newsletters and mailers; staffing the member and collecting photo/video at district events; and other responsibilities as determined by the Communications Director. The ideal candidate is an excellent writer with good press and political judgment, an attention to detail, and the ability to work well in a fast-paced environment. The salary for this position is $55,000. Individuals proficient in Spanish are preferred, but not required. Prior experience with a congressional office is not necessary. Familiarity with local media beats, and especially the Westchester/Bronx region strongly preferred.

Interested candidates should upload a resume, cover letter, and complete the short writing task at the following link: https://airtable.com/shrgwGpoJo0HHcJkw Any further questions about the role should be directed to Bowman.Jobs@mail.house.gov with the subject line “District Press Secretary.” Underrepresented candidates and those with New York City/ Westchester County ties are encouraged to apply.

Application closes September 18th, 2021.

***ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONFIDENTIAL UNTIL FINAL ROUND***