COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR

United States Senate; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

United States Senate seeks a Communications Director to lead an active team in Washington, DC and Colorado. This senior role serves as chief spokesperson, directing strategic communications, media engagement, and public messaging for the Senator.

The ideal candidate brings at least 6 years in communications, a strong writing background, and a track record of high‑profile strategy in fast‑paced environments. Colorado ties and Spanish skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• Experience in a senior communications leadership role advising principals and managing teams.
• Minimum of 6 years in communications or public relations.
• Experience creating integrated strategies combining traditional media with digital storytelling.
• Ability to build relationships across local, state, national, and political media ecosystems.
• Proven track record in long-term communications planning and advising principals.
• Strong writing, attention to detail, and a positive, adaptable attitude under pressure.
• Colorado connections and Spanish language skills preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Lead a communications team in Washington, DC and Colorado as senior adviser to the Senator.
• Develop and oversee the overall communications strategy and media engagement.
• Set priorities and craft integrated plans to advance work nationally and in Colorado.
• Build relationships with state and national media.
• Engage content creators (podcasters, newsletters, creators) to expand reach.
• Advise on content creation and develop compelling content across platforms.
• Write, edit, or approve press releases, speeches, op-eds, talking points; oversee digital media and public events.

Skills

Senior leadership

Strategic comms

Media relations

Digital storytelling

Writing & editing

Crisis comms

Colorado ties

Spanish language (preferred)

Job description

Colorado Senator Michael Bennet seeks a Communications Director to lead an active communications team, serve as chief spokesperson, and manage overall strategic direction for the Senator’s public engagement and communications. The role requires exceptional oral and written communication skills, a strong understanding of political communications, and the ability to work collaboratively.

The Communications Director

1. Serves as a member of the senior staff, working closely with the Senator, Chief of Staff, and legislative and state staff while leading and managing a communications team located in Washington DC and in Colorado.
2. As the Senator's chief communications adviser, develops and oversees the Senator’s overall communications strategy, media engagement, messaging and public positioning to advance legislative, committee, and state priorities.
3. Sets communications priorities for the office and develops integrated communications plans to advance work nationally and in Colorado.
4. Builds relationships and works closely with state and national media.
5. Builds and maintains relationships with content creators, including podcasters, newsletter authors, and other emerging media voices.
6. Advises the Senator on content creation and develops compelling content across traditional and digital platforms.
7. Writes, edits, or approves all press releases, speeches, op-eds, talking points, and oversees digital media and assists in planning public events.

The ideal candidate has:

1. Experience in a senior communications leadership role, with demonstrated success advising principals, managing teams, and developing strategic communications in a fast-paced, high-profile environment.
2. A minimum of 6 years of experience in communications or public relations.
3. Experience developing integrated, audience-centered communications strategies that combine traditional media relations with digital-first storytelling – including vertical video, original content, and creator partnerships to expand reach and engagement.
4. Ability to bring, build and maintain relationships across media ecosystems including local, state, national and political outlets, and to bring extensive on-the-record experience.
5. Demonstrated experience developing long‑term communications strategy and advising senior principals.
6. Strong writing skills, is detail-oriented, and can maintain a sense of humor and positive attitude in a fast‑paced environment.
7. Exercises sound judgment, particularly in high-pressure or politically sensitive situations.
8. Ties to Colorado and Spanish language skills are preferred but not required.

This is not an entry level position. Our office prioritizes building a diverse team. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability.

Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to [e-mail] listing Comms Director in the subject line.