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Communications Director

The Democratic Staff of the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs seeks a Communications Director to implement the Ranking Member’s Committee communications strategy.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES FOR COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR ROLE

  • Serve as primary communications advisor for the Ranking Member and Democratic Committee Staff
  • Manage the execution of the communications strategy
  • Oversee day-to-day press activities, including responding to media inquiries, booking interviews, and pitching news stories to media outlets
  • Work with policy leads to develop core messaging and talking points
  • Produce press releases, speeches, op-eds, and materials that are at or near finished product
  • Supervise other press staff
  • Assist with the development of talking points, remarks, statements, press releases, advisories, and caucus messaging guides
  • Assist with the coordination, preparation, and execution of media interviews, speaking engagements, and press conferences
  • Monitor and track media appearances, manage media relationships, and work with policy subject matter experts to identify opportunities for media engagement
  • Assist with rapid response efforts
  • Coordinate with Committee Member offices on any press related needs
  • Staff Ranking Member at press events

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Superior writing, editing, and oral communications skills
  • Creative thinker with innovative approaches and an understanding of digital media
  • Ability to work cooperatively and courteously with others 
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, prioritize tasks, and adapt quickly and easily for rapid response
  • Thoroughness and careful attention to detail. 
  • Availability to work non-traditional hours

EXCEPTIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

  • Capitol Hill or political experience or a demonstrated knowledge of Congress and the legislative process
  • 3-4 years of experience, with on the record experience as a press secretary or other communications role
  • Experience working with stakeholders on messaging opportunities and priorities
  • Demonstrated understanding or experience with veterans issues

Candidates will be evaluated on experience, skills, character and fitness, and how well they meet the qualifications and requirements above. To build a diverse and more inclusive work environment, veterans, minorities, women, people with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ candidates are encouraged to apply. Salary range $90K-$110K, commensurate with experience. 

All candidates are required to complete an Online Application to be considered for this position. There you can upload your resume, cover letter, and two professional writing samples. 

Internships

The Democratic Staff of the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs will be opening applications for Summer 2025 internships in the spring. Please check back then.