• Develop and maintain core messaging and value propositions for CIS’s SLTT‑focused programs, services, and initiatives • Create compelling, high‑quality content, including announcements, executive talking points, web copy, thought leadership, campaign materials, and member‑focused communications • Ensure message alignment and consistency across SLTT communications, public-sector narratives, and CIS-wide communications priorities • Plan and execute strategic communications and reputational campaigns that elevate CIS’s credibility and leadership within the SLTT community • Collaborate with internal teams and internal/external stakeholders to amplify key initiatives across media, digital channels, and public‑sector communications opportunities • Support national and trade media outreach through content development (pitches, press materials, briefing documents), in partnership with Communications leadership • Work closely with internal leaders, product marketing managers, program owners, SLTT engagement teams, and MS-/EI-ISAC representatives to inform and refine communications strategies • Partner on targeted audience segmentation and persona development to ensure communications resonate with SLTT decision-makers and practitioners • Contribute to the development of standardized presentation materials for external events, ensuring high-quality narrative and visual clarity • Identify, cultivate, and leverage third‑party advocacy voices — including SLTT members, partners, and independent experts — to develop testimonials, case studies, quotes, and other supporting materials that strengthen CIS’s credibility and reputation within the SLTT community • Support continuous improvement of MS-/EI-ISAC member communications by contributing to more streamlined, timely, and audience-relevant messaging across touchpoints • Provide content for the CIS Portal and assist in shaping a consistent member experience • Develop social media copy and support SLTT‑focused social media engagement strategies, including crafting platform‑specific posts, amplifying key initiatives through social channels, and collaborating with Communications and Marketing partners to optimize reach and engagement • Conduct research to support messaging, campaign development, and thought leadership • Assist with media training preparations and communications guidance for internal subject-matter experts • Other tasks and responsibilities as assigned

• Lead state-level media relations to support legislative and grassroots efforts. • Pitch and place compelling stories in local and regional media in collaboration with state leaders and government affairs firms; build and maintain strong relationships with reporters, editors, and producers. • Draft and distribute press releases, op-eds, talking points, advisories, and statements tailored to state and regional audiences. • Shape state-level messaging that aligns with the national narrative and resonates across partisan and ideological lines. • Secure press coverage of organizational milestones, legislative victories, and events. • Monitor state media coverage in target states and provide rapid response guidance as needed. • Support coordinated communications efforts across digital, social, and earned media channels. • Support spokespersons with talking points, Q&A, and message development. • Ensure consistent alignment with organizational values and national communications strategies while tailoring content for state contexts. • Review and keep current the communications materials across the organization to help ensure clarity, consistency, and alignment with American Promise messaging. • Support the Chief Communications Officer in keeping communications priorities moving on deadline across the team. • Serve as the CCO’s point of continuity for communications when the CCO is unavailable, helping ensure all communication outputs remain aligned, timely, and on-message.

• Lead formative research activities supporting public health communication initiatives • Conduct environmental scans to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities in public health messaging • Design and implement qualitative and quantitative research, including message testing • Translate behavioral science insights into evidence-based communication strategies • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including communications, digital, and evaluation staff • Develop research reports, presentations, and documentation supporting program deliverables • Coordinate research activities to ensure compliance with federal research standards and guidelines • Participate in occasional travel to support project activities and coordination with federal stakeholders

• Creates, executes, and reports on strategic communications campaigns to promote the missional objectives of the Colson Center. • Manages select Colson Center digital communications verticals and coordinates with internal customers on deliverables for target audience messaging. • Executes on process improvements for both internal support and external audience.