The Role
In the past three months alone, the conservative super-majority on the Supreme Court has gutted the Voting Rights Act; effectively ended Roe v. Wade; blocked the pandemic eviction moratorium; forced the Administration to re-institute Donald Trump’s cruel “Remain in Mexico policy”; curtailed the existing rights of workers to organize while laying the groundwork for future attacks on worker protections; and ruled in favor of a Koch front group to undermine transparency and enable dark money.
The movement for Supreme Court reform is at a significant inflection point, and Take Back the Court is hiring a Press Secretary to expand our media relations work at this critical time. We are looking for someone passionate about our mission to expand the Court, who is also a clear communicator, strong writer, detail-oriented, and comfortable moving nimbly between news cycles. Previous experience in media relations in a fast-paced campaign/advocacy/government role is a plus.
Take Back the Court
Take Back the Court put the idea of Court expansion on the map in 2018, when no other organizations or leaders supported the idea. Since then, we have fought tirelessly to raise awareness about the urgent need to expand the number of seats on the Supreme Court. Without adding seats, Congress will not be able to ensure reproductive freedom, restore the right to vote, protect workers, halt our climate emergency, or pass new legislation. Court expansion, which can be accomplished without a constitutional amendment, is the only reform that enables the un-rigging of our political system and the restoration of democracy. Learn more: https://www.takebackthecourt.today/
Responsibilities:
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Draft press releases, statements, op-eds, and other content as appropriate.
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Draft talking points, presentations, remarks, and other materials.
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Pitch media on stories and place op-eds.
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Manage media lists, send out releases via Action Network.
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Stay on top of developments in the press and social media that affect Take Back the Court to jump in on the news of the day.
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Work in coordination with our communications consultants to drive proactive earned media, and respond to incoming media requests.
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Maintain a communications calendar.
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Manage sign-off process on communications materials.
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Collaborate with digital and email teams on messaging.
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Other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
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At least 3 years of professional communications experience.
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Superior oral and written communication skills, including editing and copy-editing.
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A shared passion for the fight to expand the Supreme Court and save our democracy.
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Excellent interpersonal skills and good judgment.
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Ability to be flexible and nimble, and innovate to keep expanding our momentum and reach in the media.
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Understanding of how to execute media rollouts.
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Self-starter with strong organizational skills and the ability to juggle multiple projects at the same time.
In addition, the following skills are preferred, but not required:
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Experience in fast-paced, strategic communications environments such as political campaigns, government, nonprofits, or journalism.
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Experience pitching reporters, understanding of media markers, media relationships.
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Experience working with outside consultants and/or vendors.
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Knowledge of Action Network and Slack.
Requirements:
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At least 3 years of professional communications experience.
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Superior oral and written communication skills, including editing and copy-editing.
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A shared passion for the fight to expand the Supreme Court and save our democracy.
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Excellent interpersonal skills and good judgment.
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Ability to be flexible and nimble, and innovate to keep expanding our momentum and reach in the media.
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Understanding of how to execute media rollouts.
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Self-starter with strong organizational skills and the ability to juggle multiple projects at the same time.
In addition, the following skills are preferred, but not required:
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Experience in fast-paced, strategic communications environments such as political campaigns, government, nonprofits, or journalism.
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Experience pitching reporters, understanding of media markers, media relationships.
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Experience working with outside consultants and/or vendors.
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Knowledge of Action Network and Slack.
Reports to: Executive Director
Salary: Salary range $70,000-$85,000. Compensation commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Benefits: This position will include health benefits, as well as vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays, among other benefits.
To apply, go to: https://www.takebackthecourtfoundation.org/jobs-press-secretary
Location: Virtual. This position can be based anywhere in the United States.
Reports to: Executive Director
Anti-Discrimination Policy and Commitment to Diversity
Take Back the Court is committed to creating a workplace where people of all backgrounds thrive, and we actively oppose discrimination on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, religion, height, weight, or other characteristics. We seek individuals of all backgrounds to apply for this position. We are committed to growing diversity within the team, and seek to engage all those who can contribute to this effort.