Deputy Communications Director - Democratic Party of Virginia
Ryan McAlpin
Hello,
On behalf of the Virginia Democratic Party, I’d like to forward on this posting for a Deputy Communications Director position for the 2021 cycle. Feel free to share with your networks. Thank you!
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The Virginia Democratic Party is looking to hire a Deputy Communications Director to help the state Party hold Republicans accountable through the 2021 cycle. The position will focus on Virginia’s competitive gubernatorial race, and making sure the public knows the records of Republicans running.
The position will report to the DPVA’s Executive Director.
Responsibilities include:
- Acting as spokesperson on behalf of the Virginia Democratic party
- Planning and executing an earned media campaigns throughout the 2021 election cycle
- Leading rapid response as opportunities arise
- Working with digital and research departments to ensure integrated messaging
- Other duties as specified by the executive director
The ideal candidate will have:
- 2-3 years working in political communications, preferably at least one cycle on a statewide campaign.
- On-the-record experience
- Proven ability to execute creative earned media campaigns
- Previous record of working and communicating with multiple stakeholders
- A willingness to work in a high-paced campaign environment with unpredictable hours.
Salary/Benefits:
- Salary is 55-70k and commensurate with experience
- Work hours will fluctuate between 40-70 hrs/week depending on need
- PTO available as approved by supervisor, no accruals / balances.
- Insurance: 100% employer contributions; 401(k) available after one year of work
To apply, please submit your resume to Gr...@vademocrats.org by 5:00 p.m. on December 7
This is not a bargaining unit position represented by Local 0666 of IBEW.
Equal Opportunity/Diversity Policy: The DPVA prohibits discrimination of employment, promotion, compensation, terms, conditions, or privileges of employment on the basis of gender, disability, race, age, national origin, color, creed, sexual orientation, sex (including marital and parental status), gender identity and expression, religion, economic status, ethnic identity, veteran’s status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. This policy covers all programs, services, policies, and procedures of the DPVA, including opportunity for employment and treatment as a DPVA employee. The DPVA is an equal opportunity employer and will comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination in employment. DPVA’s equal opportunity policy covers all programs, services, policies, and procedures of the DPVA, including opportunity for employment and treatment as a DPVA employee, as well as opportunities for Consultants to contract with the DPVA. The DPVA is committed to building a staff that reflects the diverse communities that makeup our country and the Democratic Party. Working towards the goal of a diverse DPVA, our policy extends to both Staff and Consultants.
Best,
Ryan
Administrative Assistant
DGA