Job Opportunities

Job Title: Press Secretary (Minority)

U.S. House of Representatives: House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party (Select Committee on China)

Location: Washington, D.C.

Overview

The House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Press Secretary to help drive external communications for the Minority staff under Ranking Member Raja Krishnamoorthi. The Press Secretary will support day-to-day press operations, oversee messaging on issues related to U.S.-China strategic competition, and serve as a liaison between the Committee’s Minority staff and the media.

The ideal candidate will bring strong political instincts, exceptional writing ability, and a proven track record of securing earned media in national and regional outlets. Candidates should possess a strong understanding of media relations as well as national security, foreign policy, and economic competition with the PRC.

Responsibilities

Media Relations & Rapid Response

  1. Serve as point of contact for reporters covering U.S.-China issues.
  2. Develop and maintain relationships with national security, technology, economic, and political journalists.
  3. Draft, edit, and distribute press releases, statements, op-eds, speeches, and talking points.
  4. Manage rapid response to breaking news stories and coordinate messaging.

Strategic Communications

  1. Shape and implement the Committee’s overall communications strategy.
  2. Pitch and secure interviews, op-eds, and media appearances for Committee leadership.
  3. Organize press conferences, media availabilities, and events with multiple Members of Congress.
  4. Support public rollouts of hearings, reports, and legislative initiatives.

Digital Media & Public Engagement

  1. Develop and manage content for the Committee’s Minority website, newsletters, and social media platforms.
  2. Create digital content to highlight hearings, Member statements, and Committee findings.
  3. Monitor public engagement and online narratives relating to U.S.-China policy.

Qualifications

  1. Bachelor’s degree in communications, public policy, political science, journalism, or related field.
  2. At least 2 years of communications experience, preferably on Capitol Hill, in a congressional committee, or in national security/foreign policy communications.
  3. Proven success securing earned media in national, beltway, and regional outlets.
  4. Strong writing, editing, and organizational skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines.
  5. Familiarity with China policy, national security, and/or technology competition strongly preferred.
  6. Experience managing social media platforms and digital communications tools.
  7. Ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-profile environment.

Application Process

Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and two writing samples to SCCDems.resumes@mail.house.gov. Please use the subject line: “Application for Press Secretary Position.” Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Committee is an equal opportunity employer; we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, military status, parental status, marital status, or any other factor prohibited by applicable federal law. Applicants with disabilities who require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or hiring processes are encouraged to request one at any time.