CONTENT MANAGER or DIRECTOR – The Washington D.C. Office of Representative Lauren Underwood (IL-14) seeks a creative, strategic, and highly-organized communications professional to serve as a Content Manager or Director in her Washington D.C. office. The annual salary range for this position is $65,000 - $80,000, depending on experience and qualifications. Title is also dependent on experience and qualifications. Essential strengths of ideal candidates include exceptional written and verbal communication skills; the ability to conceive and drive creative strategies; close attention to detail and time management; and the ability to troubleshoot, prioritize, and follow through on multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Spanish fluency and/or Illinois ties are strongly preferred.

The Content Manager or Director will work with the Representative, Communications Team, and other staff to develop exciting and innovative social content that uplifts the Congresswoman’s policy and constituent service work across our digital verticals. The role requires a strong writing, graphic, and video design skillset; the ability to learn and write in a principal’s voice; a deep understanding of social platforms, trending topics, and what makes social content good; the ability to develop and implement effective digital growth strategies; and a commitment to constituent storytelling.

The Content Manager or Director will also be responsible for supporting the day-to-day operations of the press team, including drafting press releases, emails, advisories, daily clips; assisting with on-the-record responses to national and local media; ensuring content is in compliance with all applicable House rules and regulations; managing office communications tech and subscriptions; and creating content for and leading production of paid media campaigns.

The position offers health coverage; comp time; retirement benefits with an employer match; paid sick, bereavement, and vacation leave; 16 weeks of paid parental leave; 12 weeks of paid FMLA leave; transit or parking benefits; access to life insurance coverage; and access to the Student Loan Repayment Program. The office is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, military status, marital or parental status. Women, people of color, and other members of traditionally underrepresented communities are strongly encouraged to apply.

To apply, please email Underwood.DCJobs@mail.house.gov with “Content Manager or Director” in the subject line and the following application materials attached as one combined PDF:

• Résumé (Required)
• Cover letter (Required)
• 2-3 professional references including name, current title and organization, phone number, email, and a one-sentence description of your relationship to the reference. Of course, we will not reach out to these references without separately obtaining your permission. (Required)
• Examples or a link to a portfolio of your design and content work (Optional, but encouraged)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Washington, DC: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person