Rapid Response Director

The Rapid Response Director leads the department’s effort to hold the Republican Party and the Trump Administration accountable for their records and contrast their positions with the Democrats’ agenda through a variety of tactics including pitching opposition research, flacking stories, press releases, statements, press calls, creative products and more, at the direction of the Communications Director.

Responsibilities:

Work in coordination with the Communications Director to craft and execute the DNC’s rapid response strategy;

Carry out special projects and message events;

Help manage the distribution and quality of written materials every day, from drafting to delivery;

Monitor breaking news and identify opportunities to accomplish the DNC’s message goals;

Other duties as assigned to support the department and the DNC's mission.

Qualifications:

Candidates should have a sharp eye for message, enjoy following all the twists and turns of a 24/7 news cycle, and have the ability to turn around high-quality products quickly.

Candidates should have 6-8 years of experience, including multiple years on the record in high-pressure environments.

Full-time

The starting salary for the Rapid Response Director position is $120,000, on an annualized basis, commensurate with experience and qualifications. This is a full-time, exempt position, that may require work on weekends Travel: The Rapid Response Director position will require travel, which could be up to 10% of the time. The Democratic National Committee (DNC), is committed to diversity among its staff, and recognizes that its continued success requires the highest commitment to obtaining and retaining a diverse staff that provides the best quality services to supporters and constituents. The DNC 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, economic status, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity or expression, ethnic identity or physical disability, or any other legally protected basis. The DNC will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination and any such conduct is strictly prohibited. Benefits: The DNC offers a generous benefit package, including: Generous paid time off, including federal holidays and open leave Health and dental insurance for employee and dependents; 90% paid by the DNC, 10% paid by employee Supplementary vision plans available to employees for purchase Up to a 5% employer match DNC 401(k) plan Pre-tax flexible spending account benefits available to employees and dependents Due to federal campaign finance rules, only U.S. citizens or U.S. green card holders are eligible for this role. See 52 U.S.C. 30121; 11 C.F.R. 110.20(i).