Republican Senator seeks an experienced and creative Communications Director to join a dynamic communications operation in a fast-paced, proactive, and collaborative office. The Communications Director will develop and execute a comprehensive communications strategy that advances the Senator’s legislative priorities, highlights constituent services, elevates voices and issues in the state, and strengthens connections with local and national media. This is not an entry level position and requires frequent availability on nights and weekends throughout session and recess weeks.

CORE JOB DUTIES: Develop and implement the Senator’s communications objectives in consultation with the legislative and senior staff Direct social and digital media efforts, including new media outlets, ensuring alignment between message, visuals, and audience across platforms Write and edit a range of content, including speeches, newsletters, public statements, talking points, briefers, and op-eds Manage any team-wide press-related prep (written or oral, such as briefers or prep calls) Develop social media content creation, including rapid response Collaborate with legislative staff to ensure consistent and effective communication of policy initiatives and constituent services. Stay up to date on current events and legislation relevant to the Senator and state priorities, provide media analysis and strategic counsel to the Senator and staff on messaging Supervise press staff and interns Assist the Senator and senior staff in other projects and duties as assigned

QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL HAVE: Capitol Hill experience or a demonstrated knowledge of Congress and the legislative process. Preferably, 3-5 years of experience in political, campaign, or advocacy communications Superior writing, editing, and oral communications skills Proven track record of managing creative or comms teams in high-pressure, high-profile environments Creative thinker with innovative approaches and an understanding of traditional communications and digital media Ability to build structure in a fast-paced environment; possess strong project management and organizational skills; prepared to adapt quickly and easily for rapid response Experience working with stakeholders on messaging opportunities and priorities

Please submit a concise cover letter including salary requirements, resume, two writing samples; and one digital work sample (i.e., graphic or video) in one PDF.