Position Summary
The Ohio House Democratic Caucus is seeking a creative and motivated deputy communication director. This individual will serve as a crucial part of our legislative communications team that leads, develops and manages the message, media and public information of the Democratic caucus.
The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal communications skills; a proven ability to balance multiple priorities simultaneously in a complex environment; writing, analytical, visual and verbal skills; an interest and passion for Democratic politics; and a strong understanding of media, the state legislature and public communication strategies.
Flexibility and a willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends is necessary.
Responsibilities & Duties
- Assists lawmakers and their offices with press planning, media writing and disseminating public information.
- Identify earned media opportunities on behalf of members and the Minority Caucus.
- Writes news releases, speeches, talking points, messaging copy.
- Assists with staff communication training and skill building.
- Helps advance a dynamic communication strategy that brings the House Democratic message to the public and engages target audiences.
Reporting Relationship
- Reports to the Minority Director of Communications, Minority Chief of Staff
- Works closely with minority caucus staff, legislative aides
Schedule
Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Minimum Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree or two years of relevant legislative experience
Benefits
We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. Our benefits package includes:
Medical Coverage
- Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the Ohio Med PPO plan
Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance
- Dental, vision and basic life insurance premiums are free
Time Away From Work and Work/Life Balance
- Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave
- 11 paid holidays per year
- Childbirth/Adoption leave
Ohio Public Employees Retirement System
- OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees. The employee contributes 10% of his/her salary towards his/her retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employee’s salary. Visit the OPERS website for more information.
Downtown Parking
Childbirth/Adoption leave
Deferred Compensation
- The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. Visit the Ohio Deferred Compensation website for more information.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree and 1 year of relevant work experience.
- Strong writing and copyediting ability with sound editorial judgement and knowledge of AP Style.
- Ability to remain professional and focused on deadlines.
- Strong project management skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work quickly and independently in a fast-paced environment while juggling multiple projects with competing timelines.
- Understanding of social media platforms, trends and best practices.
- Enthusiastic and proactive with excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Willingness to learn new skills and the ability to work in a flexible environment.