Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee: Press Assistant

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Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee

The DLCC’s sole mission is to win Democratic majorities and build Democratic power in state legislatures. To grow governing power, we battle to win and hold majorities, build their capacity to be self-sustaining, and expand the map cycle over cycle to shape the future of this country. As the official party committee dedicated to state legislatures, we also represent and elevate our ballot level on the national stage to bring more attention and resources to this ballot level.

Over the last decade, a reimagined and reinvigorated Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee has reversed electoral trends and shifted the competitive state legislative map in this new decade. While fighting from behind due to Republicans’ massive war chest, rigged maps, and focus among Democrats and progressives on the federal level, the DLCC has won back a dozen majorities in the states – including a historic midterm election cycle in 2022 when Democrats flipped four chambers red to blue, and the President’s party did not lose a single chamber for the first time in modern history.

The DLCC is an all-of-the-above committee that operates year-round, providing funds for the full scope of campaign work and running significant independent advertising to win races. The data, targeting, organizing, digital, communications and fundraising support, and strategic expertise we provide to states is invaluable. Winning state legislatures doesn’t happen in a single election — they are multi-cycle plays, and the DLCC’s work with our caucuses to lay the groundwork for future Democratic wins. And when the DLCC secures new majorities, Democrats move quickly on an agenda that protects fundamental freedoms and builds an economy for all.

The DLCC has momentum in our strategy for the decade, and we cannot let up. Extreme MAGA Republicans are showing no signs of slowing down their anti-democratic crusade and there’s a long fight ahead of us that will require more investment, attention, and resources for state legislative races. Every victory at our level of the ballot is a win for the future of the Democratic Party, and this year, we’re capitalizing on our progress so far to defend our ground and keep expanding the map for Democratic power.

Alongside our mission, we also value our team. We are explicit about our culture and values and how they impact our work and collaboration with others. The DLCC staff, along with our Board of Directors, are committed to holding ourselves to a standard of respect, inclusion, growth, and performance that meets the political and organizational requirements of the future we want to build.

Press Assistant

The DLCC seeks a Press Assistant to join our Marketing & Communications Department. The DLCC’s communications team is working to share the DLCC’s incredible achievements and work with outlets across the country to influence key legislative races. The Press Assistant is responsible for working within the press team to successfully execute the DLCC’s narrative and highlight the work of Democratic legislatures across the country. The role will work within the press team to drive the committee’s narrative, draft written materials, and monitor the media landscape nationally and in DLCC target states.

The Press Assistant reports to the Communications Director. The DLCC is a hybrid organization located in Washington, DC. This position would ideally be based in Washington, DC, though eligible to be permanently remote. This position is part of a collective bargaining unit.

The Press Assistant is expected to model the values of the DLCC:

• CREDIBILITY: We are respected and trusted in words and actions.

• INCLUSIVE: The DLCC values the unique experience and perspective of all who work here. We strive to make all contributors feel welcomed, valued, and respected. We focus on outcomes, recognizing different people approach opportunities and challenges differently.

• INITIATIVE: We exhibit high levels of creativity in our work and need all team members to proactively contribute ideas to move our work forward.

• RESULTS DRIVEN: Our team undertakes projects professionally and executes them fully and to completion.

• RISK: We identify opportunities to employ new ideas and tactics and execute these ideas when we believe the potential reward outweighs the risk. We evaluate, learn, and improve our strategy when the risks pay off and when they do not.

• TEAMWORK: We work collaboratively, additively, and in sync with our colleagues. Our individual work considers the needs, capacity, and expertise of those we work alongside.

Responsibilities

• Drafting external and internal communications and managing approvals processes for press releases, talking points, memos, newsletters, op-eds, public remarks for the President, and more.

• Assist in drafting rapid response and executing press opportunities.

• Manage the press inbox and assist with responding to press inquiries.

• Monitor news and compile daily press clips.

• Maintain and grow our national and regional press lists and press partners list.

• Provide staff support for in-person and virtual press events.

• Identify new and emerging media opportunities, alongside legacy media.

• Coordinate with other departments to support the DLCC’s message online and help ensure the organization is executing a seamless and integrated cross-channel communications plan.

• Perform other duties as needed.

Outcomes

• DLCC’s brand is consistent in written materials across channels, and the committee is responsive to news of the day and long-term narrative goals.

• DLCC’s knowledge of and outreach to media outlets should be cultivated based on opportunities to increase coverage.

• DLCC staff and voices have the information needed to align on messaging, talking points, and priorities.

• DLCC’s media list accurately identifies and includes contact information for outlets, reporters, and bookers for the department to communicate the committee’s message and successes.

Qualifications

• One year of prior relevant experience, which may be met by academic or other experiences.

• An interest in gaining experience with political communications is required.

• Excellent writing skills.

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

• The ability to translate complex topics and information into compelling messaging materials (ability to educate reporters and surrogates about what we do, what a caucus is, why it’s important, etc.).

• A demonstrated ability to think creatively and out of the box (crucial for breaking through in the media by tying state legislative news to national news narrative).

Physical Requirements

The DLCC is committed to supporting employees of varying abilities and to providing reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to thrive at the DLCC.

The requirements of this role, related to its physical demands, described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

All DLCC employees must be able to operate a computer and use a cell phone. For roles at the DLCC that include frequent business travel expectations, we can discuss reasonable alternatives to travel in some instances. Most roles also require communicating with key external stakeholders of the organization in person, via the telephone, or email. Applicants with questions about accommodations may request to speak with our ADA liaison, Kennissa Brown.

Essential functions of the role include:

• Working from a computer for long periods of time.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to communicate with stakeholders by telephone, email, and in person.

• This position may provide opportunities for the employee to periodically travel across the country to attend meetings and conferences off-site.

• This role may require work outside of normal business hours.

How to Apply

The salary for the Press Assistant is $61,000 on an annualized basis, commensurate with experience and qualifications. The DLCC offers a generous benefits package, including:

• More than 25 days of paid time off, including for Federal holidays, time off around Federal holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year, vacation, sick, wellness, and personal days.

• Fully paid health/vision/dental insurance for the employee + spouse/partner + dependents.

• Up to 6% retirement employer contribution.

• Monthly use-it-or-lose-it $100 transit benefit for employees located in the DC region.

• Employer contribution of $500 to employee’s Flexible Spending Account, and opportunity to withhold pre-tax income for Dependent Care Account.

• Up to $5,000 employer-paid Health Reimbursement Account for IVF-related costs or Adoption Assistance, and up to $2,500 for employer-paid Health Reimbursement Account for out-of-pocket dental and orthodontic expenses.

• Monthly $100 student loan payment benefit.

• Monthly $100 mobile phone reimbursement.

• and more.

To apply for this position, please complete an electronic application via www.dlcc.org/careers by February 18, 2026. The DLCC may review applications after this deadline in limited circumstances; however, this is not a guarantee that your application will be considered if it is not submitted by February 18, 2026. Only complete applications through the application portal will be accepted. You must also include a resume, cover letter, and three professional references to be considered for this position.

When an applicant with a disability needs an accommodation to have an equal opportunity to compete for this position, they may request it in writing by emailing jobs(at)dlcc.org. No calls, please. Applicants will be screened on a rolling basis.

The DLCC is committed to an inclusive and equitable environment and diversity among its staff and recognizes that its continued success requires the highest commitment to engaging, retaining, and supporting a diverse staff that provides the best quality services to supporters and constituents. The DLCC is an equal opportunity employer and it is our policy to recruit, hire, train, promote and administer any and all personnel actions without regard to sex, race, age, color, creed, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, physical or mental disability, personal appearance, marital status, family responsibilities, genetic information, or any other legally protected basis. The DLCC will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination and any such conduct is strictly prohibited.