Communications Director

Office of Congresswoman McClain Delaney; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

The Office of Congresswoman McClain Delaney is seeking an experienced Communications Director to lead a dynamic communications operation in a fast-paced setting. The role involves developing and executing a comprehensive communications strategy to advance legislative priorities, highlight constituent services, and strengthen media connections.

The position requires collaboration with senior staff, hands-on content creation across platforms, and vigilance for rapid response while managing a

Qualifications

• Capitol Hill experience or a demonstrated knowledge of Congress and the legislative process. 3-5 years of experience in political, campaign, and/or advocacy communications.
• Proven track record of managing creative or comms teams in high-pressure, high-profile environments.
• Creativity and an understanding of traditional communications and digital media.
• Ability to build structure in a fast-paced environment; possess strong project management and organizational skills; adapt quickly for rapid response.
• Superior writing, editing, and oral communications skills.
• A good sense of humor!

Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with the Congresswoman, Digital Director, and Senior Staff to craft cohesive and engaging messaging across platforms.
• Collaborate with staff to ensure innovative, effective communication of policy initiatives and constituent services.
• Develop social media content creation, including rapid response and support digital media efforts.
• Write and edit a range of content, including speeches, newsletters, public statements, talking points, and op-eds.
• Oversee a robust franking operation, including newsletters, 499s and mailers, e-blasts, and other constituent communications.
• Stay up to date on local and national current events and legislation relevant to the Member and district priorities; provide media analysis and strategic counsel to the Member and staff on messaging.
• Assist the Member and Senior Staff in other projects and duties as assigned.

Skills

Capitol Hill experience

Strong writing

Project management

Digital media understanding

High-pressure environments

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Office of Congresswoman McClain Delaney seeks an experienced, energetic, and creative Communications Director to lead a dynamic communications operation in a fast-paced, proactive, and collaborative office. This position will help develop and execute a comprehensive communications strategy that advances the Member’s legislative priorities, highlights constituent services, elevates district voices and issues, and strengthens local and national media connections. This is not an entry level position and requires availability on nights and weekends.

CORE JOB DUTIES

• Collaborate closely with the Congresswoman, Digital Director, and Senior Staff to craft cohesive and engaging messaging across platforms.


• Collaborate with staff to ensure innovative, effective communication of policy initiatives and constituent services.


• Develop social media content creation, including rapid response and support digital media efforts.


• Write and edit a range of content, including speeches, newsletters, public statements, talking points, and op-eds.


• Oversee a robust franking operation, including newsletters, 499s and mailers, e-blasts, and other constituent communications.


• Stay up to date on local and national current events and legislation relevant to the Member and district priorities; provide media analysis and strategic counsel to the Member and staff on messaging.


• Assist the Member and Senior Staff in other projects and duties as assigned.

QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL HAVE

• Capitol Hill experience or a demonstrated knowledge of Congress and the legislative process. 3-5 years of experience in political, campaign, and/or advocacy communications.


• Proven track record of managing creative or comms teams in high-pressure, high-profile environments.


• Creativity and an understanding of traditional communications and digital media.


• Ability to build structure in a fast-paced environment; possess strong project management and organizational skills; adapt quickly for rapid response.


• Superior writing, editing, and oral communications skills.


• A good sense of humor!

SALARY AND BENEFITS

• $100,000-$115,000 annually. Compensation is commensurate with experience. Additionally, the Office provides a robust benefits package.

This office is an equal opportunity employer; the office does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.