• Perform all duties in accordance with States United’s values of integrity, inclusion, collaboration, innovation, and excellence. • Work with the SVP of Communications and organizational leadership to develop, manage, and implement States United’s earned and digital communications strategy • Work with other departments, programs, and senior leadership to strengthen the visibility and impact of the organization and the state officials we support. • Develop and manage States United’s messaging, profile building, and brand • Develop and manage rapid response and crisis communications planning and support for States United and for key stakeholders. • Set priorities for the Communications Department, track and manage progress to goals, and provide coaching and support to ensure team members meet and exceed goals. • Provide strategic guidance and oversee the development and distribution of communications materials and messaging for States United and key stakeholders. • Consult on strategy, execution, and delivery of polling, message development, and other research products. • Develop and maintain relationships with key reporters, influencers, and partner organizations. • Serve as an expert/advisor to States United advisory board members, key stakeholders, and staff. • Serve as a project manager for cross-departmental communications-led projects as needed. • Cultivate and manage States United’s communications staff and consultants, executing the organization’s communications strategies.