Communications, Research, and Policy Coordinator

Description

Reports To: Communications Director

Department: Communications

Work Location: Hybrid (WFH & DC Headquarters)

Job Type: Full-Time, Salary Exempt 

Supervisory Responsibilities: No

The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC) is the official national Democratic campaign committee charged with electing Democrats to the U. S. House of Representatives. The DCCC recruits Democratic candidates and supports Democratic campaigns – both challengers and Democratic incumbent Members – with a variety of services including field operations, fundraising support, communications assistance, digital strategy, research support and management consulting. The DCCC is supported by the contributions of individuals and organizations, along with Democratic Members, from throughout the country. We look for talented and hard-working professionals who are committed to electing Democrats and winning the House majority.

Due to the cyclic nature of our organization, all positions are subject to separation at the end of the election cycle.

Position Summary: The Communications, Research, and Policy Coordinator will assist with all DCCC communications, research, and policy needs. This position will handle essential workflows within the team, including tracking and processing all administrative needs across the team. The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in research, policy, or communications and will be proactive, detail-oriented, and have good organizational skills. This role is a great way to gain entry into the political world.

This position is part of a collective bargaining unit.

Responsibilities Include:

• Managing the day-to-day tracking of campaigns, including DCCC Frontline races;
• Coordinate payment processing and contract coordinating for the Communications and Research departments, including internal check requests, liaising with the Accounting department on monthly bills, payments and compliance paperwork, and serving as the point person for vendor contracts;
• Providing institutional support for the Communications, Research, and Policy departments, as well as other departments when projects overlap;
• Day-to-day management of both the Communications and Research interns, including leading the interview process for each internship class; 
• Compiling, organizing, and ensuring the accuracy of campaign presentations to relevant parties;
• Supporting department leadership in meetings, staffing events, and preparing materials;
• Maintaining the integrity of large amounts of critical information and aiding in the distribution of that information to both internal and external audiences when appropriate;
• Supporting and assisting the Regional Press Secretaries, Research deputy directors, and Policy Director with special projects, including but not limited to spearheading paid media campaigns; 
• First drafts of policy products including but not limited to memos, agendas, weekly floor summaries, and background materials;
• Joining policy meetings with outside stakeholders and coordinating follow up as needed
• Managing the scheduling for department leadership;
• Assisting with staff onboarding, trainings, and weekly meetings which the department leads and/or in which it participates;
• Assisting with the evaluation of resumes for potential new hires and coordinating interview and evaluation processes, as needed;
• Assisting with the Request For Proposal process by scheduling interviews, compiling proposals, and administering the evaluations of candidates; 
• Other duties as necessary to ensure the success of the Communications team

Requirements

• Commitment to the election of Democrats in the U.S. House of Representatives;
• Familiarity with Democratic political actors and landscape required;
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and show good judgment;
• Previous scheduling and administrative experience preferred;
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite;
• Superior time management, attention to detail, and multitasking abilities;
• Proactively fosters an inclusive atmosphere and commitment to equal employment opportunities
• Ability to demonstrate multicultural competence – the awareness, knowledge and skills needed to work with others who are culturally different from self in meaningful, relevant and productive ways;
• Personal and professional commitment to promoting and investing in cross-cultural skills and awareness related to individuals from broad backgrounds, races, ethnicities, religions, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and disability;
• Proven interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills with the ability to build relationships with staff at all levels. 

Why You Should Work Here:

• We recognize and reward hard work
• Learn, develop, and hone professional skills related to running and operating multi-dimensional political campaigns and the operating systems that support the campaigns 
• Experience working with the largest Democratic battlefield, containing numerous highly competitive campaigns in diverse districts across the nation
• Opportunities to expand your network and engage with policy makers, political candidates, Democratic Party leaders and a diverse team of professionals and colleagues 
• Gain experience in cross-team interaction and exposure to other functions and departments within the DCCC 
• Equity and inclusion are core values actively integrated into decisions made at Senior Team and Department levels

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans with premiums fully paid for by DCCC
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) and Life Insurance fully paid for by DCCC
• More than 25 days of paid time off (which includes federal holidays, time off around the holidays, vacation, and sick days) 
• Paid parental leave 
• Fertility and growing family support with $10,000 subsidiary paid by DCCC
• Pet Insurance Discount
• Up to 6% retirement employer match contribution
• Long-term Disability fully paid for by DCCC 
• Monthly mobile phone stipend 
• Monthly metro benefits (for employees located in the DC metro area only)
• Gym Access (for employees located in the DC metro area only)
• Capital Bikeshare Discount (for employees located in the DC metro area only)
• Employee Assistance Program 
• Employee Resource Groups 

Diversity Mission Statement:

The diversity mission of DCCC is for DCCC to reflect the diversity of the country, which strengthens the core mission of electing House Democrats. To that end, DCCC strives to create an inclusive environment that cultivates and supports equal employment opportunities at every organizational level, including its staff, candidates, vendors, and contractors.

Equal Opportunity/Diversity Policy:

DCCC prohibits discrimination of employment, promotion, compensation, terms, conditions, or privileges of employment on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, sex (including marital and parental status), religion, age, disability, actual or perceived gender identity or expression, weight, personal appearance, family responsibilities, genetic information, economic status, genetic information, veteran’s status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. DCCC is an equal opportunity employer and will comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination in employment. 

Salary : $55,000