Press Secretary at CGA

Job ApplicationJOINT COMMITTEE ON LEGISLATIVE MANAGEMENTROOM 5100 LEGISLATIVE OFFICE BUILDINGHartford CT 06106-1591The policy of the Joint Committee on Legislative Management is to provide equal opportunity to all prospective employees without regard to race religious creed color sex age national origin ancestry veteran status sexual orientation marital status present or past history of mental disorder learning disability mental retardation physical disability except in cases of bona fide occupational qualification or other protected class status under applicable law. Moreover the Joint Committee on Legislative Management does not discriminate against any qualified applicant with a disability and will make reasonable accommodations that do not impose an undue hardship for individuals who are physically challenged or otherwise disabled as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete this application or any other aspect of the selection process please contact the Human Resources Administrator in the Office of Legislative Management at or email .General Application InstructionsPlease complete all information requested on this application. Do not include extraneous or non-responsive information. If a question does not apply to you please write N/A in the space provided. The Joint Committee on Legislative Management may reject any application that is incomplete.If you fail to provide complete information on this application form or if you provide any false or misleading information here or in any part of the application process your application will not be considered further. If you are employed by the Joint Committee on Legislative Management the discovery of omissions misrepresentations or misleading information in the application process will be grounds for termination of employment.Providing ReferencesPlease provide three (3) professional references on your application. A professional reference is an individual who has been paid to supervise your work and can attest to your work performance technical skills and job competencies. If you do not have any or sufficient professional references please include non-related professionals such as educators or other professional associates.DescriptionThe Connecticut House Republican Office is seeking a Press Secretary to join its communications department and assist with daily operations. Some in-state travel will be required.Examples of DutiesResponsibilities include writing press releases e-newsletters and maintaining social media outlets; designing direct mail; monitoring the legislative process; pitching ways to communicate to various constituencies; providing coverage for in-district events; monitoring daily news items; communicating with the news media; updating legislator websites; and other daily duties working directly with state legislators.Typical QualificationsIdeal candidates are strong communicators both written and verbally detail oriented and can quickly identify and summarize key legislative policy issues. Must have the ability to multi-task and meet tight deadlines work well in a team environment and demonstrate strong presentation skills. Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign Photoshop Premiere) software and email marketing platforms. Experience in photography is a plus. A background or interest in government and politics is preferred.Supplemental InformationPlease attach a resume cover letter and three brief writing samples. Starting salary $60000. Key Skills Kitchen Stewarding,Data Entry,General Ledger Accounting,Finance,General Employment Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1