Press Secretary; NCS; Mayor's Office of Communications

## Press Secretary (NCS) - Mayor's Office of Communications Apply locations:
City Halltime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted 2 Days Agotime left to apply:
End Date:
October 14, 2026 (30+ days left to apply) job requisition :
R0018534
** THIS IS A NON-CIVIL SERVICE POSITION
***** Salary Range:******$58,807.00 - $93,289.00 Annually
****** Hiring Salary Range:******$58,807.00 - $75,797.00 Annually
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** Job Summary
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* Reports to:

** Director of Communications & Deputy Director of Communications
** Staff reporting to this position:
** Press Assistant, HBCU Fellow
** Department:
** Mayor’s Office of Communications The Press Secretary will serve in Baltimore City to help drive positive coverage and messaging. The ideal candidate has experience in political communications and media, has worked directly with members of the press, and possesses excellent writing skills. The Press Secretary will be an on-the-record spokesperson for Mayor Scott, helping to lead all aspects of media relations, including handling press inquiries, writing press releases, and organizing press conferences.

They will establish and maintain contact with significant print and broadcast journalists, as well as representatives of local, constituency, and community media outlets, to ensure comprehensive representation of the City of Baltimore. This role requires rapid response capabilities for emergencies and a strategic approach to developing and delivering communications strategies.
** Essential Functions
*** Develop and maintain relationships with local, regional, and national media outlets.
* Monitor media coverage and provide daily reports to the Mayor and senior staff.
* Serve as the day-to-day media point of contact for local and national media on issues in the City of Baltimore.
* Prepare press releases and associated materials for major and daily events and announcements; develop and draft press releases, briefings, and talking points.
* Handle press inquiries, including coordinating across city government with appropriate agencies and staff.
* Review daily news articles and create press clips to circulate and file relevant items.
* Assist the Director of Communications in coordinating all details of press conferences with Mayor Scott and other senior administration officials, booking media appearances, and major media events.
* Keep abreast of media-relevant issues and inform staff of the Mayor's scheduled appearances.
* Work with counterparts across City Government to communicate the Administration’s priorities and work to residents and media partners.
* Proactively identify and cultivate new opportunities to publicize City of Baltimore programs, activities, research, staff, and student accomplishments through local, national, specialty/trade, and international…