Policy and Digital Communications Associate

Job Title: Policy and Digital Communications Associate

Organization:

Western Caucus Foundation

Location:

Hybrid (Washington, D.C. Office + Remote)

Time Commitment:

Full-time; core in-office hours Tuesday–Thursday, 10:00 AM–5:30 PM; additional hours as needed for events and field tours

Salary:

$55,000–$65,000 annually, depending on experience. Includes flexible PTO/vacation and potential healthcare stipend

Travel:

Occasional travel (3–5 times annually) for events outside of Washington, D.C.

Position Overview

The Western Caucus Foundation is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented professional to manage its communications and digital operations. This individual will play a key role in managing digital infrastructure, creating engaging content, supporting public outreach, and coordinating communication strategies with Congressional offices and stakeholders. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator, digitally savvy, and eager to learn about policy issues affecting the American West and rural America.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Communications & Content Development

• Develop and coordinate strategic communications with Congressional Western Caucus offices and WCF partner organizations
• Research and draft policy memos, press releases, talking points, op-eds, newsletters, and other communications materials
• Produce the weekly “Western Weekly” newsletter
• Assist with the “Champions of Rural America” series by drafting interview questions and supporting filming and live interviews

Digital Operations & Social Media

• Manage WCF’s digital infrastructure, including website, CVENT, MailChimp, and social media accounts
• Plan and schedule digital content, monitor media coverage and engagement, and update mailing lists
• Track digital and social media analytics and trends to inform communication strategies
• Design and repurpose multimedia content (videos, infographics, social posts) for use across platforms, events, and educational campaigns

Stakeholder Engagement

• Support stakeholder relations by ensuring timely delivery of materials and maintaining effective communication
• Assist with planning and executing events, briefings, and field tours in collaboration with policy and outreach teams
• Attend hearings and briefings in order to prepare materials for dissemination

General Support Duties

• Conduct research on legislative and policy issues
• Help manage internal databases and Dropbox file systems
• Provide administrative and logistical support for the Foundation’s daily operations and events
• Submit weekly activity and accomplishment summaries
• Contribute to broader team projects and initiatives as assigned

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and without supervision
• Familiarity (or willingness to learn) platforms such as CVENT, MailChimp, Zoom, Dropbox, Microsoft Office Suite, and Canva
• Proficiency with social media platforms and interest in analyzing digital metrics and content performance
• Collaborative attitude and ability to thrive in a team-oriented, mission-driven environment
• Interest in policy issues affecting Western and rural communities
• Bachelor’s degree in relevant subject or 3+ years experience

About the Western Caucus Foundation

The Western Caucus Foundation (WCF) is a non-profit organization dedicated to educating policymakers and the public on key issues impacting the American West and rural America. Through close collaboration with the Senate and Congressional Western Caucuses, WCF facilitates public policy discussions, outreach, and cultural exchange programs that elevate the voices of rural communities and highlight the values that define Western life.

Our mission is to foster understanding of the West as more than a landscape—it’s a way of life rooted in strong communities, resource stewardship, and resilient economies. By bridging the gap between decision-makers in Washington and the realities of rural life, WCF champions individual rights, state and local governance, natural resource utilization, and economic opportunity.

Email [email protected] for more information on how to apply.