Deputy Communications Director

Position OverviewAs a member of the Communications team, the Deputy Communications Director will help shape our campaign’s short and long-term communications plans, help implement that plan across our communications channels, and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders in service of our campaign goals. The ideal candidate is an exceptional writer and communicator with significant experience developing relationships with media, including on-the-record experience, story pitching, rapid response, and digital media — and working with campaign allies. Experience in climate policy and climate communications is preferred but not required. The Deputy Communications Director will report to the Communications Director. This position will require campaign hours, including evening and weekends, and is based in Washington state.What You Will DoProvide thought leadership in developing and evolving our campaign’s communications strategy and narrativeCollaborate with our internal team and external partners to design and execute our communications planHelp develop and execute campaign events, including for mediaDraft and edit external-facing campaign materials, including statements, memos, social content, and op-edsAct as an on-the-record spokesperson for No on 2117Build and maintain relationships with local and national political reportersProvide guidance to members of the campaign communications team and coalition members on best practices, and help ensure ongoing communications work is aligned with organizational goalsRepresent No on 2117 in tables and work alongside our coalition partners to coordinate messaging and communications strategy toward our shared goalsWhat You BringOur priority is to find the best candidate for the job, so we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t believe you meet every one of our qualifications as described below:At least five years of experience in campaign communications, issue advocacy, or a related fieldAbility to work in a fast-paced environment, prioritize tasks, and learn quicklyWillingness to work campaign hours, including evening and weekendsProject management experience and an ability to multitaskAbility to build and execute robust communications plansExperience finding creative ways to drive earned mediaStrong written and verbal skills, with a proven track record of placing quotes in news stories through either written statements or interviewsA willingness to pick up pieces of projects when needed, as well as take ownership of projects and see them through to completionFlexibility and access to transportation to travel around the stateAbility to work and communicate well with teammates across multiple teamsA passion for protecting progress in Washington StateCompensation and BenefitsSalary: $5,000 to $7,000 per monthBenefits: Health care and paid sick leave. Additional incentives and benefits may be available.How to ApplyPlease email (1) a resume and (2) a list of three references and (3) a writing sample (1,000 words or less), preferably from previous campaign or advocacy work, including a press release, op-ed, or blog post to the No on 2117 campaign at mark@unionstreetstrategies.com using the subject line “Deputy Communications Director: NO on 2117.” Cover letter optional.Consideration of applications will begin immediately and will be ongoing until the position is filled.About No on 2117At a time of extreme political division, the No on 2117 is bringing together Washingtonians from across the state to fight pollution and protect our air and water, forests and farmlands, jobs and transportation investments. We’re an unprecedented coalition of over 100 environmental and business leaders, Tribal nations, labor unions, and community organizations coming together to fight I-2117 because so much is at stake. Join us to fight for your community: www.no2117.com.The NO on I-2117 is an equal opportunity employer, and employs without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, family medical status or genetic information, military service, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, height, weight, creed, economic status or disability.