Date Posted:
April 26, 2026
Position Title:
Communications Director
Office/Company:
Rep. Rashida Tlaib
Party:
Democrat
Office Code:
MI-12
Job Number:
MEM-138-26
Reports To:
Location:
Washington, DC
Contact:
Rashida.Jobs@mail.house.gov
Salary:
Primary Role
Press Secretary/ Communications Director
Secondary Role:
Job Type:
Full-Time
Description:
The Office of Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib (MI-12) is seeking an experienced and highly
motivated Communications Director to join a fast-paced, collaborative team. The
Communications Director leads the Office’s communications team and works closely with
the Congresswoman and senior leadership teams. This is a full-time position based in the
Washington, D.C. office. The starting salary for this position will be commensurate with
experience. The Office offers competitive, comprehensive benefits.
Responsibilities:
• Develops and implements strategic communications plans based on district needs
and office priorities set by the Congresswoman and team, including quarterly
communications plans and bill introductions
• Manages all external communications for the office
• Manages all franked communications for the office with a six-figure-budget
(including mailed newsletters, postcards, text message outreach, robocalls,
telephone town halls, digital ads, etc.)
• Manages and maintains relationships with communications vendors and local print
shops
• Supervises and oversees the work of the Digital Media Manager and any
communications interns, including social media content creation, graphics, and
weekly e-newsletter
• Coordinates with other congressional offices and district stakeholders on
communications-related projects and events
• Builds and maintains relationships with Capitol Hill and local media in Southeast
Michigan
• Manages press conferences in the district and on Capitol Hill
• Drafts press materials including media advisories, press releases, statements,
talking points, op-eds, etc., in consultation with relevant staff members
• Takes lead in preparing the Congresswoman for interviews
• Writes and manages floor speeches in consultation with the Legislative Director and
team
• Manages rapid response to current events and breaking news in the district and the
nation
• Maintains the office’s digital brand in consultation with the Digital Media Manager
• Tracks media coverage and remains abreast of current events and national and local
issues about which the Congresswoman may be questioned
• Aligns communications strategy with district priorities
Qualifications:
• Experience managing or working on a Congressional communications team desired
• Exceptional writing skills and ability to adopt the Congresswoman’s voice
• Proficiency with social media platforms and photo/graphics tools
• Strong abilities to multi-task, stay organized, and work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Existing press relationships and/or ability to quickly establish relationships with
national & district press
• Discerning, calm, and strategic under pressure
Instructions:
Applications will be considered on a rolling basis and are due no later than May 8,
2026. To apply, please email your cover letter, resume, and three references as ONE
PDF to: Rashida.Jobs@mail.house.gov (SUBJECT: COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR –
YOUR NAME).
Other:
The office is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, disability, military status, age, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.
