Deputy Director of Communications (Legislative Research Commission)

Kentucky Personnel Cabinet•Frankfort, KY

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Legislative Research Commission (LRC) is seeking a Deputy Director for Communications. This nonpartisan role requires the ability to work with neutrality in a politically charged environment. The LRC provides staff support to the Kentucky General Assembly and offers fulfilling, challenging, and rewarding careers. LRC staff members provide diverse services and are united by the common purpose of supporting the branch of government closest to the people. This is a permanent, full-time position with benefits.

Requirements

Master’s degree or other advanced degree in communications, political science, public administration, public policy, or another policy relevant discipline.
Minimum of 10 years of experience in communications, legislative management, public policy, or a related field.
Experience should include overseeing complex communication or service delivery functions that support legislators, legislative staff, or the public.
At least 5 years of supervisory or management experience is required, including leading teams with diverse responsibilities.
Proficiency with current office technology, including general business software such as Microsoft Office.

Nice To Haves

Advanced knowledge of legislative processes or public information practices will be given additional consideration.

Responsibilities

Oversee and coordinate the work of the Communications Department, including Citations, Constituent Services, Legislative Library, Print Shop, and Public Information.
Supervise, mentor, and support Communications staff, as well as the various direct-report managers; participate in hiring, training, performance evaluation, and staff development.
Provide leadership and direction for communications and constituent service activities to ensure accuracy, clarity, timeliness, and adherence to nonpartisan standards.
Review and approve major communications products, public information materials, constituent correspondence, and briefing documents to ensure quality and consistency.
Oversee the agency’s media relations efforts, serving as the agency's media contact and writing and editing press inquiries, statements, interview preparation, and public messaging.
Ensure effective communication with legislators, legislative staff, the public, media outlets, and partner agencies.
Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with legislators, legislative staff, legislative committees, and external entities to support accurate and responsive communication and constituent service functions.
Monitor workloads, schedules, and operational needs across the various reporting offices; recommend process improvements to and assist the Director in implementing departmental and, or, agency procedures and initiatives.
Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and confidentiality requirements, including appropriate handling of records, data, and public information.
Lead or support training efforts for departmental staff on communication standards, constituent service practices, and agency procedures.
Represent the department in meetings, legislative activities, or agency wide initiatives as assigned by the Director.
Perform other duties as assigned.