JOB: Regional Press Secretary in the Communications Department of the DNC (Washington, DC)
bernard...@gmail.com
POSTING DATE: August 9, 2013
POSITION: Regional Press Secretary
DEPARTMENT: Communications
LOCATION: Washington, DC
CONTACT: Resumes should be emailed to DNCP...@gmail.com
NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Regional Press Secretary will work with DNC staff, Democratic state parties, and campaigns as legally permissible to promote the President’s agenda and work toward re-electing Democrats up and down the ticket.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
· Drafting press releases/advisories, op-eds, and talking points.
· Organizing press conferences.
· Pitching story ideas to regional reporters.
· Responding to press inquiries.
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Candidate must have at least 5 years political experience, including past on-the-record experience; demonstrated flexibility and a sense of humor; strong writing skills a must. Candidates must be able to work effectively in a collaborative, fast-paced, high-stress environment.
This is not an entry-level position; previous press experience is required.
The Democratic National Committee (DNC), is committed to diversity among its staff, and recognizes that its continued success requires the highest commitment to obtaining and retaining a diverse staff that provides the best quality services to supporters and constituents. The DNC is an equal opportunity employer and it is our policy to recruit, hire, train, promote and administer any and all personnel actions without regard to sex, race, age, color, creed, national origin, religion, economic status, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity or expression, ethnic identity or physical disability, or any other legally protected basis. The DNC will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination and any such conduct is strictly prohibited.