Summary
Description
Deputy Communications Director:
This position aids in the execution of caucus communications goals during a high-energy, fast-paced legislative session and assists in highlighting caucus priorities and session accomplishments throughout the interim. The Deputy Communications Director is a full-time position and reports to the Communications Director.
The ideal candidate is:
● A self-motivated social media enthusiast who consistently takes initiative and thinks outside of the box.
● Strongly aligned with Democratic values.
● Willing to put personal politics aside to champion a collective caucus goal.
● A powerful storyteller who excels in both long-form and short-form writing styles.
● Competent in communicating about identity, equity, and intersectionality present in systems of power.
● A rapid response opportunist – regularly scanning the news and political environments to identify intervention opportunities that advance our goals.
● Detailed-oriented and committed to delivering high-quality work.
● Well-versed in local, state, and national political dynamics and issues.
● Available for intermittent evening and weekend work as the need arises.
Responsibilities:
● Assist the Communications Director with designing and implementing the caucus communications strategy, including developing media pitches, policy roll outs, coordinating press conferences, etc.
● Manage the development and execution of digital and social media strategy for the caucus – supervising the creation and distribution of creative content (including videos and graphics) that advance the message of the caucus and individual senators.
● Compose a substantial amount of press releases, media advisories, op-eds, and speeches with clear, clean, concise, and accurate prose under deadline pressure.
● Proactively identify state and national narratives/news cycles for the caucus to engage in.
● Oversee the design of social media packets, including graphics, sample posts, and videos, to promote and highlight priority legislation.
● Review articles, briefs, and data from our policy team for press and digital content opportunities, including drafting easy to understand talking points on complex and/or difficult to understand policy.
● Assist legislative aides in drafting press releases, press advisories, newsletters, and social media content that highlight the work of their office/senator.
● Conduct periodic website updates to ensure content remains current and relevant. (SquareSpace platform)
Qualifications:
● At least 2 years of communications, advocacy, or organizing experience
● Experience in developing social media strategy to promote specific goals/priorities
● Strong knowledge of messaging strategy for diverse audiences
● Strong written and verbal communication skills with impeccable attention to detail
● Experience in graphic design
● Proficient in web design and development
● Strong interest in state-level and/or Colorado politics
Preferred But Not Required:
● Sufficient fluency in spoken and written Spanish to fully engage Colorado’s Spanish-language press corps and population
● Experience in video editing/creation
● Previous experience in government, public policy, or political campaign work
● Journalism experience
Compensation
Compensation is commensurate with experience and within the range of $72,000-$85,000. We provide a competitive benefits package, including health and dental insurance covered mostly by the employer, life insurance covered by the employer, your choice of a Defined Benefit or Defined Contribution PERA retirement plan, 10 paid sick days and 12 paid vacation days, 10 state/federal holidays, a generous flex schedule during the legislative interim, and a free parking space.
How to Apply
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Please appley online at: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado?department[0]=Colorado%20General%20Assembly&sort=PositionTitle%7CAscending
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Required Documents: Submit your cover letter and resume.
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Deadline: Applications must be received by 11:59 PM MT on September 2, 2026
***Equal Opportunity: We welcome applicants from all walks of life, and strongly encourage people of color, women, LGBTQ, immigrant, refugee, people with disabilities, and other communities to apply.***
