Minority Deputy Communications Director (Democrat Caucus)

State of Ohio • Columbus, OH

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About The Position

The Ohio House of Representatives is the lower chamber of the General Assembly. Alongside the Ohio Senate, it forms the legislative branch of the Ohio state government and works alongside the Governor of Ohio to create laws and establish a state budget. Legislative authority and responsibilities of the Ohio House of Representatives include passing bills on public policy matters, setting levels for state spending, raising and lowering taxes, and voting to uphold or override gubernatorial vetoes. Summary of Position\: Provides communications assistance to staff of the House Minority Caucus. Works closely with and under the direction of the Minority Director of Communications. Essential functions include:

Requirements

• Understands news media sources and procedures
• Understands legislative process and terminology
• Understands state government
• Experience with Microsoft Office
• Communicates effectively both orally and in writing
• Multitasks and prioritizes work to meet deadlines
• Ensures confidentiality while handling politically sensitive work
• Understands how to use professional photographic equipment
• Bachelor’s degree
• One year of relevant work experience

Responsibilities

• Prepares written materials including press releases, weekly columns, speeches and articles
• Assists Members of the House Minority Caucus with press inquiries
• Assists Minority Director of Communications in coordinating press conferences
• Takes photographs of official legislative events in absence of Constituent Outreach Coordinator
• Monitors issues in the press
• Completes additional tasks as assigned by the Minority Director of Communications or Minority Leadership

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. Visit the OPERS website for more information.
• Downtown Parking
• Childbirth/Adoption leave
• Deferred Compensation The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. Visit the Ohio Deferred Compensation website for more information.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees