Communications Aide

The Office of U.S. Congresswoman-elect McBride seeks a highly organized, passionate and team-oriented Communications Aide for the Congresswoman’s Washington, D.C. office. The Communications Aide will report directly to the DC-based Deputy Chief of Staff/Communications Director.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Executing a robust correspondence program to quickly address constituent requests, concerns, and questions across a range of issues;
• Create and maintain a collection of prepared responses for non-casework constituent inquires;
• Consult with the Legislative Director and Legislative Assistants to ensure the Member’s library of legislative letters are accurate, up to date, and reflective of the Member’s policy position;
• Learn and lead office in using Constituent Management System software;
• Draft Franked Communications (non-solicited constituent communications), work with the Communications Services Commission on approval of documents, and send communications to constituents in mass mailings;
• Draft floor speeches for the Congresswoman on pro-active messaging priorities;
• Working with the legislative team to track the Congresswoman’s legislative priorities;
• Engage with district office staff and respond to inquiries of Member’s policy stances;
• Driving Rep. McBride to and from events during regular office hours and after hours and, when needed, staffing her at offsite events; and,
• Other special projects as assigned.

The ideal candidate will be:

• Passionate about public service;
• A strong writer who enjoys distilling complex policy and legislative processes for Delawareans;
• Willing and able to work long and often irregular hours, including weekends;
• A strong attention to detail;
• A licensed driver with a clean driving record;
• Poised, no-drama, flexible, collaborative, and level-headed; and
• Eager to learn, grow, and thrive in a dynamic and high-paced environment.

The salary range for the position is $48,500 - $55,000 annually (commensurate with experience) with additional benefits like healthcare, retirement match, 20 days of PTO, 10 days of paid sick leave, and 12 weeks of paid family and medical leave.

Women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, new Americans, people with disabilities, and members of other underrepresented communities are strongly encouraged to apply. Delaware ties are a plus.

To apply, please email a resume, cover letter, and three references to deresumes@sarahmcbride.com with “Communications Aide” in the subject line. No calls or drop-ins please. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $48,500.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person