Press Secretary (Speaker of the House) Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/michigan/jobs/newprint/974601)  Press Secretary (Speaker of the House) Salary Depends on Qualifications Location Lansing, MI Job Type Permanent Full Time Job Number 0315-25-005bw Department House of Representatives Opening Date 03/05/2025 Bargaining Unit N/A + Description + Benefits Job Description This is an at-will, partisan, senior level position who leads the Speaker of the House’s personal communication efforts. The Press Secretary communicates the Speaker’s position to the media, schedules interviews, responds to media requests, advises the Speaker on communication strategies, manages multiple social media accounts, and drafts all public comments and correspondence. The individual must be able to work closely with legislators, staff, and coordinate with the caucus communications department. The position requires in-person work Monday-Friday, with occasional remote work as directed by the Chief of Staff or Speaker and will require work on some nights and weekends. Due to the nature of the position, a high level of confidentiality and professionalism is required. PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES: · Acts as a point of contact for media outlets interested in the Speaker of the House and House Republicans · Prepares briefing documents and background information ahead of public comments · Provides counsel to the Speaker with all public comments · Provides initial drafts of all speeches, press releases, opinion editorials, and other public comments · Monitors news coverage of the Speaker and provides strategic advice on shaping coverage · Speaks to the media on the Speaker’s behalf as an official spokesperson · Assists with constituent correspondence, internal messages, or personal communication as needed · Monitors and tracks relevant federal and state legislative developments, political news, and media coverage to keep informed · Attends director level meetings to assist in completing the weekly/monthly agenda · Performs other duties assigned Required Education and Experience Qualifications · Bachelor’s degree preferred · Three or more years of communications, legislative, or other relevant experience preferred · Must possess strong research, writing, analysis, and oral presentation skills · Must be comfortable functioning in a high-pressure and fast-paced environment · Experience working with different personalities and a multitude of issues is required · Must be able to learn House rules, policies, and guidelines · Must be able to learn legislative districts and state political processes · Familiarity handling a demanding schedule and organizing large amounts of information preferred Alternate Education and Experience Submission of Application Qualified applicants should send cover letter and resume to: Michigan House of Representatives Human Resources P.O. Box 30014 Lansing, MI 48909-7514 or email: HumanResources@house.mi.gov Additional Requirements and Information All Michigan House of Representatives employees have a non-tenured, "at will" employment status. It is the policy of the House of Representatives to employ, by the Constitution and applicable federal or state statutes, qualified individuals without regard to religion, race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, height, weight, familial status, marital status, disability or any other categories or groups protected by law. If an accommodation is needed during the application process, please contact the House Human Resources Office at (517) 373-3069. An individual needing accommodations must notify the employer in writing, within 182 days after the need is known. Persons denied equal opportunity based on these conditions may file a complaint with the Michigan Civil Rights Commission. Accommodations If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact theADA coordinator (https://www.michigan.gov/ose/-/media/Project/Websites/ose/Contact/RACs.pdf) for the agency that posted this position vacancy. State employment benefits include everything from health insurance to retirement income and are worth about 40% of your salary This page gives a brief explanation of some of the benefits that are provided by the State of Michigan according to union contracts or Civil Service Rules. See details on these and other employment information. Leave Time Full time employees receive 26 vacation and leave days per year Holidays State employees receive 13 scheduled holidays each year, which include New Years Eve Day and New Years Day, Christmas Eve Day and Christmas Day, Memorial Day, and Veterans Day just to name a few. Alternative Work Schedules Flexible work schedule options are available in many jobs. Insurance and Other Benefits Insurances include health, vision, dental and life. Employees also have the option to purchase additional life, accidental death, long term disability, long term care insurance, and legal services. Flexible spending accounts for medical expenses and child care are also available. Deferred Compensation Employees may invest income in a tax-deferred retirement investment program. The state offers two optional deferred compensation plans, the 457 and 401(k). Employees decide the amount you want deducted from your paycheck. Retirement Employees receive a minimum 4% state contribution toward their retirement fund. If an employee elects to contribute more, the state will match that percentage (up to 3%). Employer State of Michigan Department House of Representatives Address Michigan House of Representatives P.O. Box 30014 Lansing, Michigan, 48909-7514 Website https://www.house.mi.gov/ Please verify your email addressVerify Email