Deputy National Press Secretary

Description:

Reports To: National Press Secretary

Department: Communications

Work Location: In Office (Washington DC Headquarters)

Job Type: Full-Time, Salary Exempt

Supervisory Responsibilities: No

Position Summary: The DCCC is currently seeking an experienced, strategic communicator to be the Deputy National Press Secretary for the 2024 election cycle. The Deputy will provide support to our National Press Secretary on national media needs.

This position is part of a collective bargaining unit.

Responsibilities Include:

• Preparing outward facing material that communicates the DCCC’s position and reflects its strategic viewpoint;
• Helping to pitch national media on the DCCC’s preferred narrative of the House battlefield and occasionally serving as an on-the-record spokesperson for the Committee;
• Providing guidance to National Press Assistant;
• Monitoring news from media outlets, writing press releases, preparing talking points;
• Assisting with preparing DCCC leadership and surrogates for interviews; and
• Performing other duties as needed.

Requirements:

• 2+ years of communications experience, including on-the-record experience, ideally with a campaign, Capitol Hill, or issue advocacy experience;
• Excellent writing skills and ability to learn from edits and constructive feedback;
• Ability to work quickly in a fast-paced environment while balancing competing priorities;
• Familiarity with national media landscape is a must, and existing relationships with reporters is preferred;
• Passionate about making sure Democrats across the house battlefield have the tools, resources, and support they need to run effective campaigns

Why You Should Work Here:

• We recognize and reward hard work
• A high-quality benefit package for all eligible employees that includes:
• More than 25 days of paid time off (which includes federal holidays, time off around the holidays, vacation, and sick days)
• Excellent health, dental, and vision insurance where 100% of the monthly premium is paid for by DCCC for employees, families, and dependents/partners.
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) and Life insurance provided to all DCCC employees, paid for fully by DCCC.
• Up to 6% retirement employer match contribution
• Monthly mobile phone stipend
• Monthly metro benefits (for employees located in the DC region only)
• Gym Access (for employees located in the DC region only)
• Opportunity to contribute at a growing, dynamic national political committee working to sustain the Democratic congressional majority to advocate on issues America care about most.
• Learn, develop, and hone professional skills related to running and operating multi-dimensional political campaigns and the operating systems that support the campaigns.
• Experience working with the largest Democratic battlefield, containing numerous highly competitive campaigns in diverse districts across the nation.
• Opportunities to expand your network and engage with policy makers, political candidates, Democratic Party leaders and a diverse team of professionals and colleagues.
• Gain experience in cross-team interaction and exposure to other functions and departments within the DCCC.
• Equity and inclusion are actively integrated into decisions made at Senior Team and Department levels regarding hiring, contracting, and political strategy
• Professional Development programming dedicated to personal and professional growth beyond the 2024 election cycle)

About the DCCC:

The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC) is the official national Democratic campaign committee charged with electing Democrats to the U. S. House of Representatives. The DCCC recruits Democratic candidates and supports Democratic campaigns – both challengers and Democratic incumbent Members – with a variety of services including field operations, fundraising support, communications assistance, digital strategy, research support and management consulting. In addition, the DCCC’s Independent Expenditure supports these campaigns with television, radio, digital, and other voter contact efforts. The DCCC is supported by the contributions of individuals and organizations, along with Democratic Members, from throughout the country. We look for talented and hard-working professionals who are committed to electing Democrats and protecting the House majority.

Equal Opportunity/Diversity Policy:

DCCC prohibits discrimination of employment, promotion, compensation, terms, conditions, or privileges of employment on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, sex (including marital and parental status), religion, age, disability, actual or perceived gender identity or expression, weight, personal appearance, family responsibilities, genetic information, economic status, genetic information, veteran’s status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. DCCC is an equal opportunity employer and will comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination in employment

DCCC’s equal opportunity policy covers all programs, services, policies, and procedures of DCCC, including opportunity for employment and treatment as a DCCC employee, as well as opportunities for vendors to contract with DCCC. DCCC is committed to building a staff that reflects the diverse communities that make up our country and the Democratic Party. Working towards the goal of a diverse DCCC, our policy extends to both staff and vendors.

Diversity Mission Statement:

The diversity mission of DCCC is for DCCC to reflect the diversity of the country, which strengthens the core mission of electing House Democrats. To that end, DCCC strives to create an inclusive environment that cultivates and supports diversity at every organizational level, including its staff, candidates, and contractors.