Arizona Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee: Communications Director

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Who We Are

The Arizona Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee (ADLCC) is the only organization in

Arizona whose sole purpose is to elect Democrats to the State House and Senate.

Our organization was formed in 2015 when Democratic leaders from the Arizona House and

Senate identified the need for an organization whose purpose was to identify, support and elect

Democratic candidates statewide. In every year since our founding, we have picked up seats and

held the line against Republican incumbents who continue to radicalize. In 2024, ADLCC held the

line in both the State House and State Senate, set against a tough and biased map. We have

broken the super majority in our state and, with a Democratic Governor heading into re-election

for the 2025-2026 cycle, are more poised than ever to put a Democratic trifecta in our state

government.

Job Title Communications Director

Start Date: ASAP

End Date: November 30th, 2026, with the possibility of being extended permanently

Reports To: Executive Director

What You Will Do

The Communications Director oversees the communications department and leads the caucus,

staff, candidates and members in all strategic messaging development and goals. This role leads

the ADLCC Communications Team with overseeing traditional press outreach, paid media and

upholds brand guidelines to ensure consistency across all communication materials from the

ADLCC. This role, alongside its team, will serve as a messaging resource for battleground

candidates and campaigns aiding them in developing messaging on their issues for public

communications.

Core Responsibilities

External Communication Strategy and Execution

Develop and execute earned media strategy during the legislative session

Supervise the ADLCC Digital Digital Director with session accountability by crafting

engaging written content around the Arizona Legislative Session for social media.

Hire, train, and manage staff to execute department and caucus goals and work directly

with candidates

Evaluate and act upon breaking news and electoral developments and oversee rapid

response opportunities to further the narratives and storytelling that highlight the

importance of ADLCC and the Arizona state legislature.

Serve as an on-the-record spokesperson for the organization and coach and assist other

ADLCC staff and board members as needed

Write and distribute press releases and newsletters that align with ADLCC’s organizational

goals and messaging_Internal Communications Strategy and Execution_

Serve as the strategic owner or advisor on major initiatives, working closely with senior

leadership, delegating to department staff when needed, and providing or arranging for

training and counsel for others.

Work closely and serve as a main point of contact with external consulting partners to

leverage their expertise

Facilitating the Flow of Information in All Directions

Develop relationships with district staff to ensure timely reporting to ADLCC HQ,

candidates, partners, and consultants on communication needs and concerns.

Candidate and Campaign Communications Support

Provide support to battleground candidates' campaigns by identifying endorsement

opportunities, drafting materials for endorsement applications, and rollout of received

endorsements.

Develop and write messaging for candidates that can be adapted for all forms of candidate

communications (printed materials and digital media).

Prepare candidates for debates, town halls, media interviews, and other public

appearances by drafting talking points, familiarizing the candidates with the talking points,

and providing actionable feedback as needed.

Qualifications

We encourage you to apply even if you do not fit all of the items listed below.

You will be a good fit for this role if you:

Have experience in writing press releases, media alerts, newsletters, blog posts, social

media content, or other external communications in either a campaign.

Strong writing and editing skills with attention to detail.

Understand paid media including direct mail and ads

Understand the legislative landscape in Arizona.

Experience working with principals and preparing them for public speaking engagements.

Familiarity with media tracking and social media tracking.

Minimum Requirements

Minimum of two cycles experience working on candidate campaigns or state parties

Experience staffing and media training a principal

Experience managing and developing junior staff

The ability to work under tight deadlines and respond to rapid requests.

A record of building trust and productive working relationships with a large and diverse

team.

Excellent writing, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.

Valid driver’s license and reliable access to transportation.

Access to cell phone/computer.●

Ability to work long or irregular hours.

Availability for frequent travel around the state and around the districts.

Be a Democrat and have demonstrated political beliefs that fit with the Democratic Party’s

mission.

Preferred Requirements

Familiarity with the Arizona Political Landscape.

Salary, Benefits, and Policies

The pay for this role is $85,000-95,000.

This position is located in Phoenix, Arizona.

This is a hybrid in-person and remote position.

ADLCC provides Health Benefits (at no monthly premium), Paid Time Off, Sick Leave,

Bereavement, and Paid Observed Holidays.