Communications Director for the Minority Caucus at Ohio Department of Administrative Services | Columbus, OH

Ohio Department of Administrative Services

Communications Director for the Minority Caucus

Columbus, OH (On-site)

Salary Not AvailableDirector/Executive1+ years expFull time

Posted 4 months ago

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Job Summary

Drive the minority communications effort by shaping strategy and serving as the official spokesperson for the Minority Leader and Caucus.

Own development and execution of the Minority Caucus's communications strategy.
Must-have: Bachelor’s degree and one year of relevant experience.
Standout: Supervises all Minority communications staff and advises the Chief of Staff.

Job Description

Responsibilities

Oversees the provision of media assistance to the Minority Leader and members of the Minority Caucus. Works closely with and under the direction of the Minority Caucus Chief of Staff.
Works with the Minority Leader and Minority Chief of Staff to develop comprehensive communications strategy for the Minority Caucus
Acts as official spokesperson for the Minority Leader and Minority Caucus
Consults with Minority House Members, Minority staff and with news media representatives about legislative public policy and issues
Writes talking points, press releases, legislative columns and other articles for use by Members
Coordinates Minority Caucus press events and social media toolkits
Attends legislative sessions, hearings and meetings
Monitors news reports and other information about the legislature
Works as a team with other directors to advise the Minority Chief of Staff and the Minority Caucus
Supervises and directs all Minority communications staff

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree
One year of relevant work experience
Experience with Microsoft Office
Understand s news media sources and procedures
Understands legislative process and terminology
Understands state government
Conducts legislative and policy research
Communicates effectively both orally and in writing
Multitasks and prioritizes work to meet deadlines
Maintains a professional demeanor in any and all circumstances

Benefits

Medical Coverage
Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the Ohio Med PPO plan
Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance
Dental, vision and basic life insurance premiums are free
Time Away From Work and Work/Life Balance
Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave
11 paid holidays per year
Childbirth/Adoption leave
Ohio Public Employees Retirement System
OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees. The employee contributes 10% of his/her salary towards his/her retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employee’s salary.
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Deferred Compensation
The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan.

Ohio Department of Administrative Services

The Ohio Department of Administrative Services (DAS) is committed to providing quality centralized services, specialized support and innovative solutions to state agencies, boards and commissions as well as local governments and state universities.DAS colleagues from more than 40 program areas work together to serve Ohio government customers, who in turn directly serve the interests of Ohio citizens. Our colleagues procure goods and services, develop and implement information technology solutions, recruit and train personnel, promote equal access to the state workforce, lease and manage office space, process payroll, print and deliver mail to state agencies, print publications and perform a variety of other services.Join the DAS team to provide service, support and solutions for Ohio's government to be simpler, faster, better and cost effective.

Columbus, Ohio, USA

336 employees (8 in marketing)

das.ohio.gov