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Senior Press Secretary

EXEC AIDE III

Recruitment #25-007644-0001

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Introduction

To apply, please submit your resume to Rachel Kleinhandler (rachel.kleinhandler@maryland.gov) by the deadline, Friday, June 20, 2025 at 11:59PM ET. The subject line should read: YOUR NAME – Senior Press Secretary

GRADE

22

LOCATION OF POSITION

Annapolis, MD

POSITION DUTIES

General Purpose: The Senior Press Secretary will work closely with members of the Governor’s Office of Communications to draft briefing materials, releases, advisories, and talking points for the governor, while maintaining relationships with the state press corps.

Responsibilities:
  • Lead the creation and execution of a comprehensive media relations strategy 
  • Communicate and maintain relationships with reporters, send statements, shape stories 
  • Draft and edit press releases, advisories, talking points, and other briefing materials 
  • Develop both short- and long-term stories that articulate what the administration is doing on behalf of Marylanders 
  • Collaborate with other members of the Office of Communications, deputy chiefs of staff, legislative office, state departments/agencies, and others 
  • Staff the governor at events and interviews 
  • Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • A Bachelor’s Degree plus at least 6 years of prior media engagement experience, preferably in a government, political, or campaign environment. 
  • Ability to keep up with the 24 hour news cycle. 
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and execute tasks on tight deadlines. 
  • Ability to write and edit documents with precision. 
  • A clear understanding of politics and the national media environment. 
  • Excellent written and verbal communications skills. 
  • Strong organizational skills and strict attention to details.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.

BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

To apply, please submit your resume to Rachel Kleinhandler (rachel.kleinhandler@maryland.gov) by the deadline, Friday, June 20, 2025 at 11:59PM ET. The subject line should read: YOUR NAME – Senior Press Secretary

The State of Maryland is committed to diversity among its staff, and recognizes that its continued success requires the highest commitment to obtaining and retaining a diverse staff that provides the best quality services to supporters and constituents. The State of Maryland is an equal opportunity employer and it is our policy to recruit, hire, train, promote and administer any and all personnel actions without regard to sex, race, age, color, creed, national origin, religion, economic status, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity or expression, ethnic identity or disability, or any other legally protected basis. The State of Maryland is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities in the hiring process and on the job, as required by applicable law. The State of Maryland will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination and any such conduct is strictly prohibited.



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