Deputy Communications Director - Seasonal

State of Colorado•Denver, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Colorado House Republican Caucus is seeking a high-energy, strategically minded Deputy Communications Director for a seasonal, session-only role. This position serves as a key operational lead and technical advisor, responsible for translating complex legislative policy into compelling public narratives, maintaining a consistent brand voice, and amplifying legislative successes. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, high-stakes political environment and excels at rapid-response content creation.

Requirements

Knowledge of state government, legislative rules, and the political landscape.
Ability to build long-term narratives around complex policy and think critically about the news cycle.
Exceptional copywriting and editing abilities for press releases, speeches, and op-eds.
Skilled in digital design principles, social media strategy, and various communication technologies.
Ability to conduct in-depth, credible analysis and organize complex data into logical formats for public presentation.
Skilled in coordinating press conferences and caucus-wide rallies.
Demonstrates mastery of persuasive language and the ability to articulate complex policy narratives clearly and concisely.
Outstanding written and oral skills to produce high-quality content across diverse platforms under tight deadlines.
A self-starter who identifies innovative ways to amplify the caucus message and proactively seizes media opportunities.
Exhibits high standards for individual and team performance while developing multi-faceted, creative communication plans.
Detail-oriented with a proven ability to independently manage projects with many moving parts and produce high-quality results on tight deadlines.
Demonstrated ability to maintain strict confidentiality, exercise sound political judgment, and handle sensitive information with professional discretion.
Graduation from a standard high school or equivalent.
At least 1 year of experience in communications for political organizations, government, or media.
Strong understanding of the Colorado political landscape.

Nice To Haves

A Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Political Science, or a related field is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Prepares and manages communications materials, including photographs, press releases, statements, weekly caucus newsletter, talking points, op-eds, and digital content.
Develops and maintains a consistent brand voice and message discipline across all platforms and channels.
Supports media relations and cultivates contacts with journalists, editorial boards, and community leaders across Colorado.
Coordinates the work of communications, digital, and design staff as needed.
Assists in the creation of digital, video, audio, and print content to support House Minority legislators.
Assists with social media content and accounts, websites, and printed materials daily.
Daily user of photo editor, high-frequency content creation tools, automated highlight capture software, clipping/reframe tools, and video curation apps.
Assists and helps in the development of rapid-response communications in response to breaking news developments.
Supports individual members with media coaching, floor speech preparation, constituent communications, and press scheduling.

Benefits

Medical plans - choice of Cigna or Kaiser; several plan options (including High Deductible Health Plan with HSA); most plans offered with a significant state contribution toward the premium
Dental and vision plans
Flexible spending accounts
State-paid life insurance policy of $50,000
Choice of 2 retirement plans (defined contribution or defined benefit) with generous state contribution
Optional 401(k) and 457 plans for additional retirement savings
State-paid short-term disability coverage
Additional optional life and disability plans
Access to the Colorado State Employee Assistance Program
Employer-supplemented Health Savings Account
11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave
BenefitHub state employee discount program
MotivateMe employee wellness program
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program