This is an at-will and partisan position who leads the personal communication efforts for a portfolio of Republican legislators. The Communications Advisor provides strategic counsel and media scheduling, while also drafting all correspondence with the media and setting up interviews. The individual must be able to work closely with national and local media to generate coverage of important issues and respond to inquiries on a variety of topics, including occasionally on the record. Experience working directly with local and national press is preferred. Candidates should also be comfortable working with legislators and staff and able to coordinate with other members of the caucus communications department. The position requires in-person work Monday-Friday, with occasional remote work as directed by the Minority Chief of Staff or Republican Leader and will require work on some nights and weekends. Due to the nature of the position, a high level of confidentiality is required.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

· Acts as a point of contact for media outlets interested in Republican representatives

· Works with member office staff to handle all media interview inquiries and press conference attendance for the members

· Provides counsel to the members with all public comments

· Provides ideas and/or scripts for social media videos

· Provides initial drafts of all speeches, message points, press releases, opinion editorials, and other public comments

· Monitors news coverage of the members and provides strategic advice

· Assists with constituent correspondence, internal messages, or personal communication as needed

· Plans news conferences and other earned media opportunities

· Pitches media outlets at the local and state level to advance the message of the day

· Designs long-term messaging plans and calendars for the members to follow

· Performs other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

· Bachelor’s degree preferred

· Experience in AP-style writing is 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 familiar with House rules, policies, and guidelines

· Must have an understanding of legislative districts and state political processes

· Familiarity handling a demanding schedule and organizing large amounts of information preferred

Contact Information: Please send resume and cover letter to:

Michigan House of Representatives
Human Resources
P.O. Box 30014
Lansing, MI 48909-7514
Or via email to: HumanResources@house.mi.gov