States United Democracy Center

Director of Communications

States United Democracy Center

full-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: United States

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Salary

💰 $170,000 per year

Job Level

Lead

About the role

  • Perform all duties in accordance with States United’s values of integrity, inclusion, collaboration, innovation, and excellence.
  • Work with the SVP of Communications and organizational leadership to develop, manage, and implement States United’s earned and digital communications strategy
  • Work with other departments, programs, and senior leadership to strengthen the visibility and impact of the organization and the state officials we support.
  • Develop and manage States United’s messaging, profile building, and brand
  • Develop and manage rapid response and crisis communications planning and support for States United and for key stakeholders.
  • Set priorities for the Communications Department, track and manage progress to goals, and provide coaching and support to ensure team members meet and exceed goals.
  • Provide strategic guidance and oversee the development and distribution of communications materials and messaging for States United and key stakeholders.
  • Consult on strategy, execution, and delivery of polling, message development, and other research products.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with key reporters, influencers, and partner organizations.
  • Serve as an expert/advisor to States United advisory board members, key stakeholders, and staff.
  • Serve as a project manager for cross-departmental communications-led projects as needed.
  • Cultivate and manage States United’s communications staff and consultants, executing the organization’s communications strategies.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, or a related field
  • At least 12 years of relevant experience in communications
  • Proven track record of executing high quality work in a fast-paced environment
  • At least 5 years in a senior leadership role with responsibility for developing and executing overall communications strategy
  • At least 5 years of management experience, including managing a diverse team of communications professionals
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Experienced project manager with demonstrated ability to oversee a team juggling multiple tasks
  • Experience working in state and/or federal government, at a non-profit organization, or on electoral campaigns
  • Proven ability to apply sound judgment while managing complex subject-matter and issues
  • Demonstrated excellence in leadership, organization, interpersonal, and relationship management skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues in a demanding and fast-paced environment
  • Willingness and ability to work beyond the normal workday, on weekends, and/or more than 40 hours a week as needed
  • Must be able to commit to a minimum of 15% travel time
  • Must be able to commit to working East Coast hours.
Benefits
  • 100% employer paid health, vision, and dental plans
  • matching retirement benefits
  • generous paid time off
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