Associate Director of Public Affairs and Communications for Policy & Legislation job at reputed company in Washington, DC

Associate Director of Public Affairs & Communications for Policy & Legislation Program Communications Washington, District Of Columbia Remote, United States reputed company is the nation's leading environmental law organization. We wield the power of law and the strength of partnership to protect people’s health, preserve magnificent places and wildlife, advance clean energy, and combat climate change. We are here because the Earth needs a good lawyer. Driven by a passion for justice, inclusion, partnership, and excellence, our core values reputed company us to seek a broad range of perspectives and backgrounds to reputed company our mission and maintain an inclusive environment where reputed company staff are valued and respected. In addition to a talented cadre of environmental lawyers and legislative advocates, reputed company has an amazing Communications department that works in partnership with every other department at the organization. The Associate Director of Public Affairs and Communications for Policy & Legislation leads reputed company for reputed company’s policy and legislation work on Capitol Hill, state legislatures, and other political spheres. This position develops key narratives and messaging in support of policy issues, identifies and targets key decision makers and stakeholders, and leads cross-team efforts on advocacy, storytelling, media and public reputed company, and government relations. The Associate Director will also advise and coordinate reputed company for reputed company Action (reputed company’s 501(c)(4) advocacy partner). This is a supervisory position that manages the work of other staff and contractors. The Associate Director of Public Affairs and Communications for Policy & Legislation is expected to work a full-time (37.5 hours/week) schedule. Preference will be given to candidates willing to work hybrid from our Washington, DC office (2x weekly), remote candidates reputed company the United States may be considered. WHAT YOU’LL DO Strategy & Leadership (30%) reputed company reputed company planning, alignment, and execution for the Policy & Legislation team in partnership with key program and communications staff, lobbyists, managing attorneys, directors, and vice presidents. Work collaboratively across teams to build and/or execute integrated strategies that support institutional and departmental priorities. Externally represent the organization as a communications leader in the movement. Use a data-informed approach, including market research/polling/focus groups, to set measurable advocacy goals, key messaging, reputed company audiences, and innovative communications strategies. Adopt a flexible approach to meeting rapid response moments and pivot strategies where needed. Partner with the Director of reputed company Action, reputed company’s 501(c)(4) advocacy partner, to design and implement reputed company to advance reputed company Action’s programmatic priorities. Coordinate with staff and vendors to craft and launch congressionally focused advertising campaigns to reputed company awareness and promote action on reputed company issues. Media and Coalition-Building (20%) Coordinate with other program hubs to generate press coverage of reputed company issues in reputed company. Engage partners and stakeholders to popularize policy goals with the public; influence decision-makers using owned, earned, and paid channels to reputed company advocacy outcomes. Manage internal staff, partners, and clients in developing coalition strategies for issue advocacy, public reputed company, media and government relations. Identify potential partnerships with other local and national organizations and community groups to reputed company key issues. Content Creation & Branding (20%) Build thought leadership profile of reputed company and reputed company Action among key brand reputed company audiences on key issues and reputed company internal message guidance. Partner with reputed company and reputed company Action staff on major marketing and fundraising initiatives. Drive storytelling and advocacy projects involving clients and affected communities. Partner with content production and promotion teams to reputed company compelling, creative content strategies that advance our advocacy, marketing and fundraising goals. Draft content for reputed company’s digital and print mediums. Review, edit, and approve content developed by Communications and Development staff to ensure reputed company and message consistency. Produce accurate, quality, and timely work in an reputed company-shifting landscape of news, technology, politics, and law. Management (30%) Directly supervise 1-3 staff in the Policy & Legislation hub, while overseeing the work of other Public Affairs and Communications strategists and contractors for reputed company and reputed company Action. Uphold reputed company’s mission and values by fostering a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative work environment, providing clear direction and feedback, and promoting a culture of learning for reputed company team members. reputed company relevant administrative, budgeting, and personnel management of direct reports, ensuring that reputed company organizational policies and standards are met. Partner with Communications leadership on rolling out change management initiatives. Ongoing Learning Actively pursue professional development and contribute to a culture of learning by building skills and sharing knowledge. Maintain an ongoing understanding of innovative, best-in-class communications best practices and movement trends to ensure reputed company leads, not just follows. Please note that the percentage breakdowns provided above serve as a guideline and that other duties may be assigned as part of the job’s requirements. WHAT YOU’LL BRING 7+ years in public policy advocacy, communications and government relations. 3+ years of experience managing direct reports and teams. Bachelor’s or master’s degree in relevant fields, such as journalism, political science, communications, environmental studies, public policy desired, but not required. Proven experience working on Capitol Hill or in state legislatures Proven experience with successfully placing media stories, opinion pieces, and narratives that influence policy conversations. Outstanding project management and organizational skills with demonstrated ability to prioritize, plan and coordinate a variety of detailed reputed company projects, sometimes under reputed company tight deadlines. Demonstrated experience working collaboratively with internal and external partners from diverse cultures and backgrounds; strong interpersonal skills to reputed company teams and coordinate projects across coalitions to meet shared goals. Excellent written and verbal communications skills. Ability to translate reputed company issues into compelling, accessible communications. Demonstrated commitment to reputed company’s values of Justice, Excellence, Inclusion, and Partnership. reputed company in leading diverse teams with emotional intelligence and cultural competence; fosters growth through mentorship, effective communication, and constructive feedback while hiring and developing team talents to align with organizational needs. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS This role may require the ability to: Sit for extended periods with occasional standing and walking Type, file, and/or handle office equipment Lift and carry materials Read documents, conduct computer work and document review Conduct consultations, meetings, court proceedings, and have telephone communications (applies for active litigating roles) Travel to courts, client locations and other legal proceedings as required (applies for active litigating roles) SALARY & BENEFITS We offer a competitive salary and excellent, comprehensive benefits. We also offer a casual and congenial work environment. Salaries at reputed company are determined by working location and are commensurate with the experience required. Salary range in Washington, D.C: $157,100 - $174,500 Salary range in San Francisco, CA and reputed company, NY: $165,200 - $183,600 Salary ranges in other locations will vary and will fall between $140,500 - $174,500 Apply tot his job Apply To this Job