Job Description
Congresswoman Susie Lee (NV-03) seeks an experienced Communications Director to lead and execute an aggressive communications strategy for a battleground district. In close collaboration with the Member, Chief of Staff, and legislative and district teams, the Communications Director will oversee the Member’s communications agenda and manage a fast-paced communications team in the district and D.C. This position reports to the Chief of Staff and is not an entry level position.
Responsibilities include maintaining relationships with national and local reporters, replying to press inquiries, and proactively pitching stories; drafting and editing press releases; developing media strategies to roll out legislative wins; spearheading communications components of district outreach and events; running an aggressive and responsive social media program; writing op-eds, talking points, and speeches; managing and coaching the communications team; and working collaboratively with District Office and legislative staff to amplify the office’s work. The Communications Director will also oversee franked communications and a robust 499 program.
Candidates should have a minimum of 3-5 years of political communications experience, strong oral and written communication skills, sharp attention to detail, experience managing a team, and a track record of successfully pitching media outlets. The ideal candidate is politically astute, calm under pressure, collaborative, and willing to work the long, irregular hours required by a communications job in the modern-day news cycle. Nevada ties are a plus.
Candidates of diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The office does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including marital or parental status, sexual orientation, and gender identity), disability, age, or national origin.
Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, three references (including name, title, organization, phone, email, and relationship), and writing sample to nv03resumes@gmail.com with the following subject line: “Full Name – Communications Director."