Job Opportunities

1. Press Secretary/Digital Manager

The Office of Congressman Don Davis (NC-01) is seeking a Press Secretary/Digital Manager to join a fast-paced, collaborative communications team serving one of the most rural and agriculturally vital districts in the country. Working closely with the Communications Director, the District Press Secretary/Digital Manager helps execute a dynamic communications plan and manages day-to-day relationships with constituents and local and national media. Congressman Davis lives by a simple motto - meet people where they are - and we're looking for a storyteller who does the same: someone who can capture the people, places, and priorities of eastern North Carolina. This is not an entry-level position, and it is based full-time in the community and district offices.

Responsibilities include developing and implementing a comprehensive communications strategy that promotes the Member's priorities; drafting press releases, advisories, talking points, op-eds, speeches, and digital content; managing all social media channels and web content; producing original photo and video content that reflects the district; monitoring news coverage and anticipating press inquiries; preparing the Member for interviews and public appearances; building relationships with local and national reporters; overseeing the Member's newsletter and questionnaires; and managing the Franking program. The position will also include frequent travel to the district.

Qualified candidates will bring at least two years of professional communications experience; strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills; proficiency in graphic design, photography, and videography; a sharp eye for social media content that resonates with a rural audience; knowledge of the legislative process and the organization of the House; and the ability to juggle multiple priorities under tight deadlines, including a flexible schedule that entails nights and weekends. A bachelor's degree in journalism, public relations, or a related field is preferred but not required. Ties to eastern North Carolina and a genuine understanding of rural and agricultural communities are strongly preferred. Possession of a vehicle in DC and frequent travel to the district is required.

How to Apply

Applicants with North Carolina ties and willingness to travel from DC to the district are a major plus. Qualified candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, three digital samples, and three writing samples in one combined PDF to DonDavisJobs@mail.house.gov with the subject line “Press Secretary/Digital Manager - Last Name, First Name.”

The Office of Representative Don Davis is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, military status, or any other factor or basis prohibited by applicable federal law.

3. Agriculture Legislative Assistant

The Office of Congressman Don Davis (NC-01) seeks an experienced Legislative Assistant in his Washington, D.C. office.

The Legislative Assistant will primarily handle the Congressman's work on the House Committee on Agriculture, including in his capacity as Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Commodity Markets, Digital Assets, and Rural Development, and will serve as his top advisor on the Farm Bill. The LA will also handle a broad portfolio of other policy issues, including natural resources (to encompass fisheries and coastal issues), energy and environment, transportation & infrastructure, technology, and telecommunications, to advance the priorities of North Carolina's 1st Congressional District. Applicants should have a demonstrated passion for agriculture, rural, and coastal policy issues.

Responsibilities are wide-ranging and include, but are not limited to: preparing for and staffing committee hearings and markups, drafting legislation and amendments, writing talking points and memoranda, developing legislative strategy, and interacting with key constituent groups and stakeholders. Successful candidates will be self-starters and possess strong verbal and written communication skills.

How to Apply

Applicants with North Carolina ties are a plus but not required. Qualified candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and three writing samples in one combined PDF to DonDavisJobs@mail.house.gov with the subject line “Legislative Assistant - Last Name, First Name.”