Director, Policy Communications (Human Capital)

Founded in 2007 by former Senate Majority Leaders Howard Baker, Tom Daschle, Bob Dole, and George Mitchell, the Bipartisan Policy Center (BPC) is a leading nonprofit organization that drives principled solutions through rigorous analysis, reasoned negotiation, and respectful dialogue.

By bringing together Republicans and Democrats—and providing them with the space, policy insights, and evidence-based research needed to negotiate in good faith—BPC helps turn legislators’ best ideas into passable, durable laws. In the 17+ years since its founding, BPC has played an integral role in countless legislative accomplishments.

With projects in multiple issue areas, including economic policy, energy, health, housing, human capital, and democracy, BPC combines politically balanced policymaking with strong, proactive advocacy and outreach. As the only Washington, D.C.-based organization that actively promotes bipartisanship, BPC works to address the key challenges facing the nation. Its policy solutions are the product of informed deliberations by former elected and appointed officials, business and labor leaders, and academics and advocates who represent both sides of the political spectrum.

BPC’s Commitment

BPC is committed to seeing its policy solutions enacted by lawmakers. Through BPC Action, its (c)(4) affiliate, BPC engages in advocacy, strategic outreach, and education to bolster the legislative center and support efforts that bring Republicans and Democrats together on the difficult issues facing the country.

While a healthy, civil debate among those with differing viewpoints is an essential component of our democracy, the current partisan tone in government is impeding progress. Through the Democracy Program and bridge-building events, political summits, and timely policy discussions, BPC fosters an ongoing conversation about overcoming political divides and improving government functionality.

Mission

• Build connections.
• Negotiate policy.
• Achieve bipartisan solutions.
• Improve lives.

Human Capital Program

BPC’s Human Capital Program is crafting a national strategy to equip every American with the knowledge, skills, and tools they need to access their full potential. Using expertise in education, workforce training, paid leave, childcare, immigration, and career readiness, we work to make economic opportunity available to everyone at all stages of life.

From early childhood through classroom and career, BPC bridges the partisan divide to support children and working families.

Director, Policy Communications (Human Capital)

The Director, Policy Communications (Human Capital) will play a leadership role in all aspects of press and public relations efforts for BPC’s Human Capital program. The director will work with BPC Communications and program leadership to develop and implement a communications strategy for the program and will contribute to the development and execution of BPC’s overall communications strategy.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage a strategic, proactive public relations and media strategy for BPC’s Human Capital program.
• Contribute to planning and execution of BPC’s overall communications strategy.
• Manage media relations professionals and outside vendors.
• Pitch and respond to media from top-tier national media outlets, influential regional outlets, and key trade media.
• Cultivate relationships and work closely with reporters, producers, and editors to ensure BPC has a prominent media presence and is highly visible on key human capital policy issues.
• Develop and review media-related materials, including releases, op-eds, letters to the editor, advisories, event invitations, and blogs. Secure placement of op-eds and letters to the editor.
• Work with BPC’s Human Capital program to craft messaging around project activities.
• Work with video production and graphic design consultants to create compelling videos and collateral materials for the Human Capital program.
• Work with BPC’s digital media team to integrate digital strategies into the comprehensive Human Capital communications strategy.
• Work with BPC’s events team to create compelling content that attracts participation from and coverage by top-tier media outlets.
• Work with BPC’s advocacy affiliate, BPC Action, to develop strong working relationships with Congressional and Administration communications staff when relevant.

Qualifications

• BA, BS in journalism, communications, education, political science, or a related field.
• 10-15 years of direct experience in media relations and communications. Experience in education and/or workforce issues, campaigns, and/or Hill communications is a plus.
• Management experience required.
• Strong writing and verbal skills required.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and juggle multiple projects.
• Experience integrating digital media into a comprehensive communications strategy.
• A demonstrated innovative and proactive approach to growing media coverage. Experience working with top-tier national media operations and news organizations required.
• Current contacts on relevant beats and with issue-specific trade publications are a plus.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well in a team and independently.
• Experience supporting and managing high-level principals.
• Must be available to respond to news media and staff after working hours.

Compensation & Benefits

BPC offers a highly competitive salary and provides generous benefits. Individuals interested in this position should send a resume, cover letter, and writing sample in one document. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. BPC does not sponsor employment visas.

BPC is proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce.

Work Schedule

The work/life balance of employees is a priority for the Bipartisan Policy Center. As a result, BPC is currently operating on a hybrid schedule. Employees at BPC are coming into the office three times a week. Exact time and schedules will be determined between an employee and their manager.

Health & Additional Benefits

BPC offers comprehensive health insurance benefits with a choice of open-access HMO, POS, or PPO plans. HMO and POS individual plans have a monthly premium cost share of 10%. Dependent and Family HMO and POS plans are offered with a monthly cost share equal to 20% of the difference between the plan premium and the individual HMO monthly premium. PPO plans are offered with a 20% premium cost share for all plans.

Additional benefits include:

• 403(b) matching contributions of up to 7% of salary, plus a non-elective contribution of 2% of salary (both after 90 days of employment).
• 15 vacation days, 2 personal days, 15 sick days, and 12 holidays per year.
• Education benefits up to $5,250 per year after one year of employment.
• $2,000 for professional development expenses after six months of employment.
• Metro benefits of up to $130 per month.
• Company-provided life insurance as well as dental and vision insurance coverage with a Flexible Spending Plan.

Salary Range

We reasonably believe that the base salary range for this position is $160,000 – $180,000. At BPC, a wide range of factors are considered when making compensation decisions, including but not limited to skill set, experience, training, education, knowledge, and other business and organizational needs.

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