DC: COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR/ Moderate East Coast Democratic Senator

COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR -
Moderate East Coast Democratic Senator with active committee assignments seeks an experienced Communications Director to be part of senior management team. Successful candidate will serve as primary on record spokesperson and show a demonstrated ability to work quickly to communicate complex issues to multiple audiences on behalf of the Senator. Must be an exceptional writer and editor able to quickly produce press releases, web entries, speeches, talking points, and necessary briefing material as needed. Will be expected to develop and implement national communication strategy, integrated with and supportive of home-state media efforts. Will be expected to mentor others in press department and delegate tasks to press and legislative staff as required. Strong strategic planning, management, and organizational skills required. Candidates must have ability to monitor Senator?s legislative activity and grasp complex policy concepts and implications, proactively communicating them as required. Candidates should have a track record of speaking on the record, pitching reporters on story ideas, op-eds, and other media opportunities. Established relationships with members of the national press a plus. Hill experience (3+ years) required. Salary commensurate with experience. Please send resume and cover letter to sencommdir2009@gmail.com.