U.S. Senator Chris Murphy (D-CT): Press Secretary

Job Post; Vermont; On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Senator Chris Murphy (D-CT) is seeking an experienced, digitally-savvy Press Secretary to join the communications team in Washington, DC.

The role focuses on content creation and production, shaping the Senator’s message, and advancing press strategies with close collaboration with leadership. This is a senior, non-entry-level position requiring 4–5 years of full-time media experience and a track record of building relationships with reporters and producers.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4-5 years of full-time experience leading work with reporters, bookers, producers, and members of the traditional media.
• Strong writing, digital media know-how, and the ability to produce quality content under pressure.
• Experience in a communications environment; Connecticut ties are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Help develop the Senator’s message and execute the office’s press strategies.
• Engage with independent media and coordinate with the Communications Director and Deputy Communications Director.

Job description

U.S. Senator Chris Murphy (D-CT): Press Secretary

LOCATION

Washington, DC, 20006

SALARY

$80000 - $90000 (Yearly)

COMPANY

U.S. Senator Chris Murphy (D-CT)

DEPARTMENT

Communications

EMPLOYMENT TYPE

Campaign

MINIMUM LEVEL OF EXPERIENCE

Departmental Staff (a role in a specific department. Ex: Organizer, Finance Assistant, Social Media Manager)

APPLY BY

November 21, 2026

JOB DESCRIPTION

Press Secretary– Senator Chris Murphy seeks an experienced, digitally-savvy Press Secretary to serve as a key member of the communications team. Candidates should have a strong command of digital media platforms, with an emphasis on content creation and production skills. The position will work closely with the Communications Director and Deputy Communications Director to help develop the Senator’s message, execute the office’s press strategies, and further engage in independent media. The position will work as part of a forward-looking, aggressive, and digital-forward press operation that values strong writing and communications skills, good judgment, a sense of humor, and the ability to produce quality work under pressure. This is not an entry-level position. Candidates should have a minimum of 4-5 years of full-time experience with a proven track record of successfully leading work and building relationships with reporters, bookers, producers, and members of the traditional media. Connecticut ties a plus. Communications Director.