What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Communications position at Public Interest Legal Foundation?
Job Description: The nation’s most active public interest law firm litigating election law, voter fraud, and integrity issues is seeking a public relations specialist to further expand its presence and program. This is a hands-on, position with opportunities for national media appearances. Position requires generating earned media, writing of opinion articles, expanding communications reach, .and developing creative opportunities to advance accurate and informed information about voting process and election integrity.
Salary: Salary commensurate with experience, with range at $65,000 to $120,000. Favorable health, dental, vision, and life insurance plan, quarterly HSA contributions, work-life balance, PTO, and other benefits.
Location: Old Town Alexandria, next to King Street Metro station
Required Skills and Experience: Applicant should be an excellent written and oral advocate who is blessed with the gift of clarity, persuasiveness, and flair in written and oral communications. Preference for candidates with experience in generating media interest in stories, speaking to reporters and moving a story from inception to broad public attention. Preferred experience is also required in generating and moving content to widely consumed media platforms including newspapers, websites, and podcasts. Knowledge of federal and state election processes is considered extremely advantageous but not a prerequisite. Applicants must be self-starters, imaginative, creative, and prepared to generate and execute media efforts with a high degree of individual initiative.
How to Apply: Send letter detailing interest and requisite skills and experience, along with
resume and examples of your success to our Chief Operations Officer at ecrafton@publicinterestlegal.org. No telephone calls please.
Salary : $60,000 - $120,000