Office: Republican Communications

Caucus: Republican

Description: This is a part-time, non-paid, position at the Michigan House of Representatives with the House Republican Caucus for the fall/winter semester. Responsibilities may include writing newsletters, press releases and columns, assisting with media tracking, media relations, assisting with news conference logistics, research projects, updating media contact lists, assisting with social media management and monitoring and miscellaneous office administrative tasks.

Salary Range: Possible School Credit (if applicable.)

Minimum Qualifications: Successful applicants will be working toward journalism/public relations degree (or related degree) with a strong interest in politics. Candidates also will have at least one semester of media writing or comparable experience. Applicants will be expected to be available 12-15 hours weekly, working mornings and/or afternoons through the semester.

Deadline: This position will remain open until filled.

Contact Information: Please send resume and cover letter to:

Michigan House of Representatives
Republican Communication Services
Attn: Dorothy Fetter
P.O. Box 30014
Lansing, MI 48909-7514

Fax: 517.373.3701

Or via email to: dfetter@house.mi.gov

The Michigan House of Representatives accepts resumes for employment only for current position vacancies. Information regarding current position vacancies at the Michigan House of Representatives can also be accessed online at www.house.mi.gov. The position is a non-civil service appointment to state government. All employees of the Michigan House of Representatives are considered "at will".

The Michigan House of Representatives is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Michigan law prohibits discrimination based on religion, race, color, national origin, age, sex, marital status, height, weight, arrest record or handicap. If an accommodation is needed during the application process, please contact the House Human Resources Office at (517) 373-3069. Beginning June 25, 1990, a handicapper needing accommodations for employment must notify the employer in writing, within 182 days after the need is known. Persons denied equal opportunity based on these conditions may file a complaint with the Michigan Civil Rights Commission.

E-mail: Human Resources