Public Affairs Senior Manager Communications NCSL Washington DC

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Posted: Jan. 26, 2022
| Application Deadline:
Feb. 16, 2022 by 5 p.m.
Title
Public Affairs Senior Manager
Communications Division
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D.C.
SALARY
: $6,012 p/month
About NCSL
Are you ready to join an organization with an extraordinary mission? The **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. offers careers where you can use your skills, knowledge and experience to truly make a difference. NCSL’s mission is purposeful – strengthening the legislative institution. From informing effective policies and promoting communication among state legislatures, to ensuring states have a strong, cohesive voice in the federal system, our team works in service of legislatures. And, with a commitment to constantly innovating all resources and services to meet the evolving needs of members, NCSL has earned the reputation as the nation’s most trusted bipartisan membership organization for legislators and legislative staff. Our success serving NCSL members relies on our team of passionate, dedicated professionals who work diligently to strengthen the legislative institution. Join our team and contribute to this unique, essential mission.
About The Role
Provides administrative and professional support to the Public Affairs department of the **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***.. The position reports to and supports the Public Affairs Director. The incumbent will serve as a Public Affairs Senior Manager and be responsible for assisting with media relations and oversight of the NCSL Public Affairs Program, which may involve matters of political sensitivity and high visibility related to NCSL’s mission.
The Public Affairs Senior Manager will be tasked with assisting with fielding press inquiries, including providing information, resources and direction to local, regional and national news media (print, broadcast and social), to ensure adequate and balanced coverage of NCSL’s reports, data, policies, programs, activities and issues.
The Public Affairs Senior Manager will help coordinate with NCSL’s office in Denver, publicizing membership outreach to promote its services to both state legislators and staff through the organization’s magazine and editorial content, newsletters, member materials, blog and social media channels.
The Public Affairs Senior Manager will help coordinate with NCSL’s State-Federal division in Washington, D.C., to promote its advocacy efforts with Congress and the administration on behalf of state legislators and legislative staff through press and social media channels.
The position will assist the Public Affairs Director in broadcasting efforts including operations and partnerships with major social media channels, major event livestream operations and state legislative trainings as requested.
The position involves using innovative approaches to increasing the conference’s digital presence through the creative use of social media, developing and administering social media content designed to engage users and creating an interactive relationship between constituents and NCSL. The position will also collect and review social media data to develop more effective campaigns.
Candidates must be well-organized and detail-oriented with the ability to multitask and work independently and effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Strong writing and communications skills are critical for this position.
What You'll Do
Identifies opportunities for innovation in media engagement, recommending strategies to apply technological developments to NCSL Public Affairs efforts.
Develops, establishes, maintains and manages specialized project databases.
Provides assistance in traditional media; gathering and distributing daily news clips relevant to NCSL.
Drafts and edits news releases, speeches, op-eds and other communication documents.
Oversees coordinated launches with external/major partners.
Prepares weekly online activity and status reports.
Provides assistance in identifying, compiling, and assembling information or publications for information requests.
Provides on-site assistance with legislative teams on traditional press and social media assistance for advocacy efforts in Washington, D.C.
Works closely with other internal teams to develop social media campaigns that help to achieve marketing goals.
Develops monthly reports on emerging social media trends.
Collects and monitors NCSL’s social media accounts and offer constructive interaction with users.
Analyzes the long-term needs of NCSL’s social media strategy.
May travel to meetings and other events as needed.
Performs other programmatic, administrative and clerical duties as requested.
Share Your Knowledge
Serves as coordinator of a team of other professionals on short-term projects. May supervise one other individual on an on-going basis.
Work Environment
This position is a mostly performed in an office environment, on or off-site, with prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Team members utilize standard office equipment such as copy machines, laptops, printers, scanners, and smartphones. May attend external meetings and events at various venues. Expand your horizons with travel opportunities to network with lawmakers and staff across the country (includes overnights and weekends by airplane). Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
Qualifications For Success
Bachelor's degree plus five years of relevant work experience.
Past experience in state government, legislative institutions or a membership-based organization is a plus.
Experience with public affairs and press relations principles and concepts.
Must demonstrate skill and competence in writing clearly and concisely, communicating orally and organizing complex assignments. Experience in writing AP style.
Experience using a wide variety of communication strategies, techniques and dissemination methods.
Must demonstrate skill and competence to work with limited supervision and handle a variety of tasks and assignments concurrently.
Computer experience required; knowledge of Windows, Microsoft Word and Excel is essential. Working knowledge of Microsoft Access a plus.
Experience analyzing media environments.
Familiarity with the online research and information dissemination needed.
Accurate typing and proofreading ability required.
Applicants must be able to demonstrate proven success in working in highly integrated environments that include communications, policy and political staff.
Knowledge of photo editing and document-design programs is desirable, as well as familiarity with local and national media, webpage and social media trends expertise and experience handling sensitive and confidential issues.
Ability and willingness to travel up to 20%. May be expected to attend special events, some of which may occur in the evenings or on weekends. Some travel may be required.
Must be a D.C., Virginia, or Maryland resident or willing to relocate.
Your Benefits At A Glance
Our employees are the foundation to our success, so we are committed to offering a full range of benefits for you and your eligible family members, including domestic partners. Striking a healthy balance between work and personal life is important. Our total rewards package includes resources to support well-being and no cost benefits to help make life a little bit easier.
Flexible, remote work options including the ability to telework up to 4 days a week
Health insurance (HMO 90% covered by NCSL), Dental insurance (Employee only covered 100%), Low cost vision benefits
401(a)-retirement plan with 10% employer contribution after 6 months and full vesting plus 457b retirement plans with pre and post-tax options
Three-weeks paid vacation with 5 years of paid full-time work experience with another employer and generous sick leave
Paid holidays including four additional days per year to use at your preference
Paid family and parental leave
FSA and Dependent Care Accounts
Professional development through LinkedIn Learning
Paid time off to volunteer
Aflac hospital advantage, critical illness, and accident plans
Discounted 24 Hour Fitness memberships and RTD / Metro bus & train passes
Pet insurance with multiple options to fit your budget
Benefits provided at no cost: 2x annual salary life insurance and long term disability
Employee Assistance Program provides confidential, 24/7 support for employees and dependents
Health Advocate for employees and their family members to simplify the healthcare experience including resources to support your health and well-being
IDX Identity Theft and Privacy Protection (Employee only covered with options to add dependents)
Benefit Hub: discover local savings from merchants in your neighborhood, including movie tickets, hotels, restaurants, shops, and more.
Relocation assistance provided for out-of-state candidates
How To Join The Team
A career with NCSL offers exciting opportunities to grow your career in line with your aspirations. We gladly invite you to apply online for this role by including a resume and cover letter, before 5 p.m. MST on Feb. 16, 2022. Learn more about working with NCSL by visiting our careers page: ****We are looking forward to receiving your application!
NCSL is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to developing a diverse, dynamic team and inclusive workplace. NCSL does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by law or regulation.
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