Capitol Communications Strategist

Illinois-House-of-Representative; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 44,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, prescription

Retirement system

HSAs and deferred compensation

Vacation, sick and personal time

Job summary

The Communications Specialist in the Office of the Speaker supports the Communications Unit by translating complex legislative concepts into clear, persuasive writing and messaging for caucus-wide, regional, and district audiences. You will craft press materials, manage social media, and support staff in implementing strategic communication plans.

Based in the State Capitol in Springfield, you will collaborate with designers, photographers, and videographers, and engage with local media.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in a communications-related field.
• 1-2 years of relevant work or internship experience.
• Strong writing skills with AP style.
• Persuasion skills, both written and oral.
• Willingness to work long hours in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional demeanor and the ability to adapt to different personalities.
• Interest in state government, politics and public service or non-profit work, particularly in Democratic politics.
• Proficiency with social media and data analytics.
• Computer proficiency with data and social media.

Responsibilities

• Condense complex legislative concepts into persuasive writing.
• Develop caucus-wide, regional, and district-specific messaging.
• Prepare written communications for House Democratic Caucus members (press releases, letters, op-eds, newsletters, speeches, talking points).
• Provide technical support for communications strategies with designers and media staff.
• Develop and execute member communications plans.
• Build relationships with local media.
• Maintain caucus and member websites and social media presence.

Skills

Writing ability

Persuasion

Spanish language

Social media

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Data analytics

Social media tools

Job description

The Communications Specialist in the Office of the Speaker supports the Communications Unit by translating complex legislative concepts into clear, persuasive writing and messaging for caucus-wide, regional, and district audiences. You will craft press materials, manage social media, and support staff in implementing strategic communication plans.

Based in the State Capitol in Springfield, you will collaborate with designers, photographers, and videographers, and engage with local media.