Deputy Press Secretary

Job Title: Deputy Press Secretary

Reports to: Senate Communication Advisor

Salary: $50,000 - $60,000/annually, Plus see below for details on the DPW generous benefits package

Location: Madison, WI

Start date: ASAP

Application Deadline: 05/06/2022 (Applications are considered on a rolling basis. Deadlines may be shortened or extended as necessary. There is no guarantee this posting will remain open until the deadline or be closed on the deadline. This is a suggested timeframe based on organization needs.)

About The Democratic Party of Wisconsin: WisDems is nationally recognized as one of the country’s highest-performing and most pivotal political organizations. In the 2022 election cycle, WisDems will continue to build a massive program to re-elect Governor Tony Evers, defeat Ron Johnson to ensure a Democratic US Senate majority, elect candidates up and down the ballot in spring and fall elections alike, and advocate on policy issues. WisDems’ work is grounded in inclusion, respect, and empowerment across race, gender, other dimensions of identity, and the rural/suburban/urban divide. Our work continues year-round, collaborating with partners to build a movement that delivers meaningful change for all Wisconsinites. We seek outstanding applicants who share our values and vision to join the team, help win elections, and build a future where everyone can thrive.

The Opportunity: As the Deputy Press Secretary, you’ll work with the Senate Communications Advisor and other members of the team to define and hold the Republican U.S. Senate candidate accountable, while uplifting the Democratic Senate nominee once the primary concludes. You will be responsible for drafting internal and external communications, organizing and tracking internal planning documents, assisting in organizing press events, and working with surrogates and stakeholders to generate earned media coverage. Your work will lay the foundation for the election of a Democrat into the U.S. Senate in 2022.

Job Responsibilities:

• Monitor and track breaking news and noteworthy developments in the U.S. Senate race.
• Build relationships with Wisconsin stakeholders as directed.
• Regularly draft engaging & useful press materials, including press releases, fact sheets, guest columns, and other items as needed.
• Maintain and update internal tracking documents.
• Help organize and execute regular press events to generate earned media.
• Book surrogates on local media.

Qualifications (Required):

• Growth Mindset - Ability to take and implement feedback.
• Relentlessly Goal-Oriented - Enjoys working toward and achieving ambitious goals. Keeps calm in stressful situations. Has the capacity and willingness to work long hours during peak season, rolling up their sleeves and getting the work done.
• Cultural Competency - Able to build authentic relationships across lines of difference, such as race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, class, ability, gender identity, citizenship status, or other identities. Understands how to take an inclusive lens into all aspects of work.
• Manages a High Volume of Work with Efficiency - Has, or can create, a system for managing multiple projects at the same time without sacrificing quality.
• Clear, Precise and Inclusive Communication - Proven track record of producing quality messaging documents while being keenly aware of addressing diverse audiences.
• Effective Team Player - Ability to collaborate with colleagues to produce quality communications materials.

Qualifications (Preferred):

• Press Event Planning - Demonstrated skills in planning, executing and creating successful and engaging press events to generate earned media coverage; prior experience pitching reporters and planning press events.
• Advanced Time Management - Ability to prioritize and produce written materials on a tight deadline.
• Wisconsin Press Ties - Understanding the local and statewide Wisconsin press.

Benefits: Great benefits including; excellent health care ($1/month), dental ($1/month), vision ($1/month), life insurance (free), short term and long-term disability (free), free Better Help virtual therapy, free Calm premium subscription, monthly cell phone stipend, 10 days paid vacation, retirement plan with 3% employer match, 3 floating holidays, 9 paid holidays, plus more!

Equity and Inclusion: The Democratic Party of Wisconsin has a vision for a deeply inclusive and diverse party organization, membership, and electorate. In order to be successful at the Democratic Party of Wisconsin candidates must have the cultural competence to successfully work with a diverse array of constituency groups. We especially strongly encourage applicants with close ties to Black, Indigenous, AAPI, Latinx, Muslim, non-English-speaking, disability, and LGBTQ communities. The Democratic Party of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Note on COVID-19: Candidates will be required to show proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 upon commencing employment, except where prohibited by law. Reasonable accommodations due to disability, medical condition, or bona fide religious belief will be considered on a case-by-case basis for exemptions to this requirement in accordance with applicable law.