Deputy Communications Director

Deputy Communications Director – Iowa State Senate Republican Caucus Staff

This is a full‑time, year‑round position for a Deputy Communications Director on the Iowa Senate Republican Caucus staff.

Job Summary

Provides communications and media relations support for Republican State Senators at the Iowa Capitol working under the direction of the Communications Director and supervised by the Staff Director. The Deputy Communications Director must be highly motivated and able to perform tasks with limited direct supervision in a very fast‑paced environment. In addition, this individual must possess excellent writing, editing, technological, interpersonal, and political skills to interact with media, elected officials, and constituents.

Essential Job Functions

Assist with social media, website management, and the overall web presence of the Iowa Senate Republicans

Manage statewide and local press for senators, including publicizing activities and events

Compile weekly newsletter articles for senators for their own use in newsletters or forums

Send out weekly email newsletters on behalf of senators for constituents and media outlets

Compile daily email of news articles and relevant news for senators and staff

Manage senator photo requests and photo news releases

Compile senator biographical information

Maintain media distribution lists

Serve as a liaison between members of the media and senators

Write press releases for senators

Assist senators in scheduling media interviews, when needed

Assist senators in writing letters to the editor and op‑ed pieces, when needed

Assist senators in writing talking points and speeches, when needed

Assist with constituent responses, as necessary

Other duties, responsibilities, and activities as assigned

Additional Job Functions

Demonstrate knowledge of rules and floor operations of Iowa Senate

Maintain exemplary customer service with legislators, coworkers, and the public

Work a flexible schedule that includes partial compensatory time

Minimum Qualification Requirements

BA / BS 4‑year degree from an accredited university or college or equivalent experience

Demonstrated effective communication skills, both written and oral, and possess excellent writing skills; be detail‑oriented

Adequate working knowledge of the legislative process and media operations

Ability to work cooperatively and courteously with others

Temperament to communicate with a wide variety of personalities in a tactful, pleasant and professional manner

Basic understanding of office‑related computer software programs and media programs

Please submit your online application, cover letter, resume, names / contact information of three professional / supervisory references, and two writing samples to :

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