Political Press Director

Scion Staffing; New York (NY); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive annual compensation

Comprehensive medical benefits

401(k) plan

Flexible work environment

Direct exposure to senior leadership

Job summary

A mission-driven nonprofit organization in New York City is seeking a Political Press Director to lead political communications and engage with media. This hybrid role involves shaping public narratives, drafting press materials, and supporting policy advocacy efforts. The ideal candidate has professional experience in housing policy, government relations, or political communications, and the ability to work effectively in fast-paced political environments. The position offers a competitive salary and a flexible work schedule.

Qualifications

• Experience in housing policy, government relations, or political communications.
• Knowledge of housing regulations and legislative processes.
• Proficiency in building and maintaining media relationships.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary media contact across various platforms.
• Pitch stories and draft press materials.
• Lead rapid response efforts by monitoring news cycles.
• Develop earned media strategies aligned with advocacy priorities.
• Draft op-eds and stakeholder messaging.
• Collaborate with policy and government affairs partners.

Skills

Housing policy knowledge

Government relations experience

Political communications proficiency

Media relationship building

Exceptional written communication

Job description

Scion Nonprofit Staffing has been engaged to conduct a search for a Political Press Director for a mission-driven nonprofit organization focused on housing policy and advocacy. This is a hybrid position based in New York City, with required in-person engagement during active legislative and government sessions.

Position Overview

This role leads frontline political communications for a high-impact housing policy organization operating in a complex government environment. The Political Press Director will shape public narratives, engage directly with media, and support policy and advocacy efforts through earned media and rapid response communications. This position carries high visibility and intensity during legislative cycles and major policy moments.

Perks

• Competitive annual compensation range of $125,000–$150,000
• Comprehensive medical benefits, 401(k), and additional benefits provided by the organization
• Hybrid and flexible work environment within New York City
• Direct exposure to senior leadership, policymakers, and major media outlets
• Inclusive, fast-paced culture centered on collaboration, equity, and public impact

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for media across print, digital, broadcast, and social platforms
• Proactively pitch stories, draft press materials, and coordinate interviews and briefings
• Lead rapid response efforts by monitoring news cycles and addressing emerging narratives
• Develop earned media strategies aligned with legislative and advocacy priorities
• Draft op-eds, statements, and stakeholder messaging translating complex policy into clear narratives
• Collaborate closely with policy, research, executive, and government affairs partners

Qualifications

• Professional experience in housing policy, government relations, or political communications
• Working knowledge of housing regulations, legislative processes, and public policy environments
• Demonstrated success building and maintaining strong media relationships
• Exceptional written communication skills with a clear, persuasive voice
• Ability to operate effectively in high-pressure, fast-moving political environments

Compensation and Benefits

This role offers an annual salary range of $125,000–$150,000, along with full medical benefits, a 401(k) plan, and additional benefits provided by the organization. Work schedules are flexible outside of active legislative cycles, with extended availability required during periods of heightened policy activity.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Scion Nonprofit Staffing is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value.