Congresswoman Madeleine Dean (PA-04) seeks an experienced, proactive Communications Director. This full-time position is based in the Washington, D.C. office. The position requires some travel to the district to support media relations and press events.

This senior staff position is responsible for managing and overseeing the communications shop, including building a strategic mass communications plan, managing other press/digital staff, and ensuring an active presence in messaging to constituents and stakeholders with traditional and non-traditional press and communications. Additionally, this position will work with the Deputy Communications Director to manage day-to-day communications such as drafting press releases, media advisories, op-eds, statements, talking points, speeches, and other forms of communication, as needed. The Communications Director is responsible for developing and executing press conferences on core messaging and should have an ability to build press lists and maintain national and local press relationships to pitch stories and bookings. • Works with the Communications team to develop and implement media and communications strategy for the Member; including franked communications; • Pitches national and local media and organizes and coordinates events with the media; • Manages the day-to-day press operations and outreach in the Washington DC office, including additional members of the communications team; • Serves as the formal spokesperson and media liaison for the Member; • Updates and expands national and local press relationships; • Drafts speeches, press releases, talking points, media advisories, op-eds, and statements for the Member; • Executes any relevant press conferences or press events; • Thinks creatively about engagement with traditional and new media; • Manages rapid response communications; • Other duties as assigned.

An ideal candidate will understand the legislative process and franking, be a strong writer, and have a friendly and professional demeanor and an ability to exercise political savvy and discretion. Ties to Pennsylvania are a plus. Requirements: • Experience developing communication strategy and branding for a Member of Congress, elected official, federal agency, private, and/or non-profit organization; • Able to make split-second decisions and develop communications under tight deadlines; • Politically savvy and comfortable navigating difficult situations with press and staff; • Strong written and verbal communication skills; • Expertise in advising others on a communication strategy and ability to work well on a team; • Time management skills, ability to work under pressure, and comfort balancing multiple responsibilities at once; • Ability to collaborate with issue experts and other coworkers; • Experience building and maintaining relationships with members of local and national press; • The position requires the flexibility to work long hours, including nights and weekends. Preferences: • Bachelor’s degree in communications, government, political science, English, or related field; • Journalistic experience; • A demonstrated interest in public service.

All interested candidates are encouraged to submit a resume, writing sample, and references with the subject line “Communications Director - [applicant’s last name]” The application deadline is 7/15/26. The office will contact the best qualified candidates to begin our interview process on a rolling basis. Please, no phone calls or drop ins.