Date Posted:
September 21, 2026
Position Title:
Press Secretary
Office/Company:
Rep. Deborah Ross
Party:
Democrat
Office Code:
NC-02
Job Number:
MEM-276-26
Reports To:
Location:
Washington, DC
Contact:
Ross.applications@mail.house.gov
Salary:
Primary Role
Press Secretary/Communications Director
Secondary Role:
Job Type:
Description:
The Office of U.S. Representative Deborah Ross seeks a highly organized, creative, and
team-oriented Press Secretary to join its team. This position reports to the Communications Director and is based in the Washington, D.C., office. Responsibilities include:
• Drafting written materials, including press releases, remarks, speeches, talking
points, and media advisories
• Leading the Congresswoman’s website and newsletter program
• Managing all social media accounts and creating digital content
• Assisting with coordinating and preparing for national and local media interviews
• Staffing press events, including occasional travel to North Carolina to staff indistrict events and press conferences
• Staying informed on current issues impacting the Member and the district
• Monitoring news coverage to determine how the Member and her agenda are
portrayed by the media and helping the office respond quickly and effectively
Responsibilities:
The Press Secretary will play a critical role
in shaping, branding, and maintaining the public image of the Congresswoman, requiring a
combination of strong writing skills, strategic thinking, and enthusiasm for social media.
Qualifications:
This is not an entry-level position. Skills and knowledge required:
- Minimum of two-three years of experience in a fast-paced, political environment
- Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills with experience in both long and
short-form writing
- Proven ability to translate complex policy issues into clear, compelling messages
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities with speed, accuracy, and message
discipline
- Comfortable operating in a high-profile, high-stakes communications environment
on tight deadlines
- Fluent in social and digital media
North Carolina and/or district ties are a plus. Hill experience is also a plus.
Instructions:
Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, two writing samples, and two digital
samples with the subject line: [Full Name]_Press Sec Application. Applications accepted on a rolling basis.
Other:
Candidates of diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. This office is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, disability, military status, age, marital status or parental status.
