MyDCNet

Blogger Geoff Livingston assembled a list of (mostly) DC area marketing and social media blogs. I say mostly because I think that Frank Gruber has moved on to greener pastures outside of the DC Metro, but his blog is still among those listed by Geoff.

Time permitting I am going to start posting Hill jobs here again, but I am not going to filter or edit them like I did in the past because I just don’t have time.  Please note that these are not verified and that from time to time the same job finds a way to float around from one list to the next without end.

Here is a batch that just came in:

Rep. Stupak: Press Secretary opening

Sent: Friday, November 02, 2007 5:03 PM
Subject: Press Secretary opening

Extremely active Democratic Member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee and Subcommittee Chairman seeks talented writer to serve as Press Secretary in the personal office.  Position involves outreach to district, national and statewide media as well as speechwriting and other duties.  Ideal candidate will have Hill/political experience, preexisting national media contacts and be comfortable meeting tight deadlines in a fast paced environment.  Must be an excellent writer, organized, persistent, detailed oriented, and able to juggle many issues at once.  This is not an entry level press position. Interested candidates should fax a cover letter, resume and three brief writing samples to 202-225-4710.  NO CALLS OR DROP-INS PLEASE!

Rep. Tom Lantos

Sent: Friday, November 02, 2007 4:26 PM
Subject: Jr LA job opportunity

Rep. Tom Lantos (CA-12) seeks a junior level Legislative Assistant.  Applicants must have at least one year of experience on Capitol Hill, preferably as a Legislative Correspondent. The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated self-starter that thrives in a team-oriented environment.  Strong writing skills, a sense of humor, and a willingness to pitch in where needed are required.  This position will NOT cover any Foreign Affairs issues.  California ties a plus.  Salary commensurate with experience.  Please email resume, cover letter, and your favorite book to LantosJobs@mail.house.gov.

Rep. Gwen Moore
Sent: Thursday, November 01, 2007 1:53 PM
Subject: Rep. Gwen Moore Communications position opening

Communications/Press Secretary: Progressive Midwestern Democrat seeks strong writer with good political savvy and proactive approach to handle press and communications in an active urban media market.  Will be responsible for dealing with press (including coordinating press events and pitching stories), writing op-eds, releases, and responses to press inquiries, as well as taking lead on newsletter writing/production and website/e-communication.  Excellent and fast writing skills a must, as is ability to work closely with DC and district staff to quickly grasp various legislative and local issues as they come up.  Ideal candidate would have Congressional office press experience.  Minority candidates are strongly urged to apply.  Please fax resume, 3 brief writing samples, salary requirements to fax 202-225-8135 or hand-deliver to 1239 LHOB.  No mail please.

Rep. Niki Tsongas

Sent: Monday, November 05, 2007 1:50 PM
Subject: Rep. Niki Tsongas Seeking Legislative Director and Communications Director

LEGISLATIVE DIRECTOR - Recently elected freshman Democrat is looking for an experienced legislative director. The position involves helping to develop and manage the member’s legislative agenda, hiring and managing legislative team, writing floor statements and talking points, and staffing the member on a range of issues.  Knowledge and understanding of legislative process and excellent writing ability is required.  We are looking for someone who can take initiative, think creatively, work quickly and is a team player. Salary is commensurate with experience.  Please email cover letter, resume, references, and brief writing sample to katie.elbert@mail.house.gov. 

COMMUNICATIONS/PRESS SECRETARY - Recently elected freshman Democrat seeks strong writer who takes initiative and has good political savvy to handle press and communications in a competitive media market.  Will be responsible for handling press inquiries as well as managing press outreach, including coordinating press events and pitching stories, writing op-eds, advisories and releases, and responses to press inquiries.  Position also requires taking lead on newsletter writing/production and developing website/e-communication.  Excellent writing ability is required, as is ability to work closely with DC and district staff to quickly grasp various legislative and local issues.  Salary is commensurate with experience.  Please email cover letter, resume, references, and brief writing sample to katie.elbert@mail.house.gov.