Thursday, September 10, 2026

Full Swing

1) The Washington Sun has just launched in its new persona (formerly NOTUS); join Sietsma, the Capital Weather crew, Milbank et al as Senior Off-Platform Content Producer (scroll to find) – $100k-$150k – 5+ years of experience creating social-first content, from videos to animations and graphics desired, along with ability to help reporters translate their stories into video formats

2) ACORE is seeking an Events Coordinator with 1-3 years of relevant experience, as well as strong organizational & project management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple projects at once – $57k-$65k – see also main career page 

3) American UniversityAssistant Director of Development, College of Arts & Sciences – $58k-$67k

4-5) Barbaricum – Secret clearances required – see also main career page

6) British EmbassyExecutive Assistant & Team Support Officer, Defence Staff – $26/hr – apply by Sept. 22

7-9) Burson

10) CNNSenior Director, Strategic Communications – $134k-$239k – we originally found this for our 8/13 set & believe its been recently been refreshed or re-dated to show up among newer opportunities

11) Congressional Hispanic Leadership Institute Social Media Intern – bilingual w/ Spanish preferred

12) DC Dept. of Employment Services Public Affairs Specialist – $80k-$103k – apply by Sept. 14 

13) Democracy ForwardResearch Assistant/Research Analyst, Regulatory Affairs & Legal Research – $72k-$90k

14) First SolarDirector of Trade Policy – $205k-$293k – see also main career page 

15-16) George Washington University

17) Honda Motor Co.Government Relations Senior Principal Specialist – $114k-$171k

18) Human Rights CampaignSenior Director, National Campaigns (scroll to find) – $119k-$149k

19) ID.meVice President, Communications – $275k-$350k – McLean, Va. or Mountain View, CA – see also main career page 

20) International Monetary FundCommunications Officer – one-year term w/ possibility to renew – apply by Sept. 22

21) JPMorganChaseVice President, Commercial & Investment Bank Regulatory Affairs – $137k-$210k – DC or New York

22) Management Systems International/Tetra TechCommunications & Editorial Lead supporting the Bureau of International Labor Affairs – see also main career page 

23) Met LifeGovernment Affairs Analyst – $62k-$80k

24) MITRECommunications & Government Relations Specialist – $111k-$166k

25) National Geographic SocietyStrategic Communications Specialist – $70k-$74k

26) National Oceanic & Atmospheric AdministrationDeputy Director, Office of Communications – $151k-$228k – apply by Sept. 22

27) Natural Resources Defense CouncilTribal Engagement Fellow – two-year term – $87k-$93k

28-29) Nature Conservancy

30-32) ONE Campaign

33) RepresentUsSocial Media & Video Manager – $78k-$108k – remote-based – see also main career page 

34-35) Share Our Strength – see also main career page

36) Sierra ClubCampaign Director supporting Beyond Coal – $210k-$220k – remote-based

37) Smithsonian Institution/National ZooEditor – $70k-$91k – apply by Sept. 23; subject to early closure

38-39) Third Way

40) Treasury Dept./ Bureau of the Fiscal ServicePublic Affairs Specialist – $89k-$133k – apply by Sept. 14 

41) United Health GroupDirector, Financial Services & Tax Policy/External Affairs 

42) United Negro College FundDevelopment Manager – $65k-$71k

43-44) Washington Post

45) … and finally: looking for part-time/temporary (and possibly fun) work in the Virginia Beach area?  Our friends at the Chesapeake Bay Foundation are recruiting for an Assistant for the Jan.-May 2027 run-up to Clean the Bay Day – $18/hr – apply by Sept. 20

Best wishes for a lovely weekend from your favorite™ public affairs jobs resource Festival Season gets into full swing:

Tuesday, September 8, 2026

Looking Forward

We've reached that back-to-it Tuesday after Labor Day, and we miss Summer already; it's a can't-see-it 262 days from here to the start of Memorial Day weekend. Dang. So look forward to finding your next gig and those fun first months on the job to help you get through it. Here's 50 to get you rolling. 

1) Catholic social justice advocate NETWORK is seeking a Government Relations Director with 8-10 years of progressive professional experience in federal government relations, public policy, and/or political advocacy, and in managerial leadership – $103k-$129k

2) New America is recruiting for a Digital Director, Central Communications with 8+ years of relevant experience, including at least three years managing staff, along with demonstrated background developing & implementing an organization-wide digital strategy – $135k-$150k – apply by Sept. 30 – see also main career page 

3-4) Anti-hunger group MAZON has just passed these along – see also main career page

  • Director of State Policy – $110k-$119k – 8+ years of prior/related work experience with government agencies, state-based advocacy organizations, or relevant public policy organizations sought; knowledge of or experience with food insecurity policy issues strongly preferred – DC or Los Angeles; other locations considered
  • Communications Associate – $60k-$64k – 1-2 years of experience working in a nonprofit and/or public affairs organization, preferably in a communications role desired; social justice, anti-hunger, public policy, or Jewish community experience is highly preferred

5-6) DC-based opportunities with UK media mainstay The Guardian – see also main career page

  • White House Enterprise Reporter – $120k-$160k – strong track record of producing scoops & original breaking news required along with contacts inside the current administration
  • DC Office Admin – part-time – $30-$32/hr – seeking highly organized, reliable & detail-oriented types

7) Global financial communications firm Edelman Smithfield has opened the call for their Analyst Program for 2027 college grads to launch their careers in financial communications with a July 2027 start date – $60k-$72k – DC, New York, Chicago or San Francisco – apply by Oct. 31

8) American Flood CoalitionGovernment Relations Director/Associate Director – $150k-$195k

9) Blue ClarityProject Manager for Media & Outreach (scroll to find) supporting a federal cybersecurity agency – $115k-$145k – award-contingent role – see also main career page 

10) Brillient Corp.Senior Proposal Writer – see also main career page 

11) Bureau of PrisonsLegislative Affairs Specialist – $143k-$187k – apply by Sept. 10 

12) Center for the Study of the Presidency & CongressExecutive Assistant & Operations Manager – $50k-$57k – see also main career page 

13) Choice Hotels – Senior Manager, Social Media Strategy & Marketing – $123k-$145k

14) Fairfax CountyProgramming & Outreach Coordinator supporting the Historic Resources Division – $66k-$105k – apply by Sept. 20

15) FTI ConsultingStrategic Communications Consultant – entry-level roles starting July 2027 – $70k-$82k – DC, New York or Chicago – apply by Sept. 18

16) George Mason UniversitySenior Director of Digital Engagement, Marketing & Communications supporting the Office of Advancement and Alumni Relations – low $150k – apply by Sept. 21

17-18) Greater DC Diaper Bank

19) Honda Motor Co.Government Relations Senior Specialist – $90k-$135k

20-21) Independent Community Bankers of America

22) KnowesisPublic Relations Manager – $105k-$125k – award-contingent role – see also main career page 

23) Levine MusicAssociate Vice President of Marketing & Communications – $105k-$115k – see also main career page 

24-26) Lidl – see also main career page

27-28) Lockheed Martin

29-30) Mystery leading news organization – searches managed by Profiles

31) Mystery membership organizationCommunications Strategist/Thought Leader – part-time/6-month term – $105/hr – search managed by RJM Technologies

32) National Restaurant AssociationGrassroots Advocacy Manager 

33-34) NBC4 Washington

35) NRP GroupSenior Vice President of Strategic Partnerships & Public Initiatives – DC, New York, Charlotte, Cleveland, Tampa, Houston or San Antonio – see also main career page 

36) Purpose Built CommunitiesSenior Vice President, Strategic Partnerships & Development – $190k-$225k – Atlanta, GA – search managed by On-Ramps 

37) Science Museum of VirginiaCommunications Manager supporting the NOVA Science Center – $89k-$110k – Sterling, Va. – see also main career page 

38-39) Southern Environmental Law Center

40) Southland IndustriesSenior Communications Specialist – Dulles, Va. – see also main career page 

41) Town of Riverdale, MDCommunications Manager – $75k-$95k – see also main career page 

42) University of Virginia School of MedicineDigital Media Coordinator supporting the Depts. of Anesthesiology & Surgery – $50k-$65k – Charlottesville, Va.

43) U.S. Senate Sergeant at ArmsDigital Communications Specialist – $86k-$152k – apply by Sept. 18

44) Uyghur Human Rights ProjectInterns – Jan.-Apr. 2026 – apply by Dec. 15

45-48) W2 Communications – see also main career page

49) WSSC WaterCommunications Specialist – $89k-$168k – apply by Sept. 23

50) … and finally: Georgetown University seeks an Information Officer to support the Admissions Office & help to handle the nearly 60,000 (!!!) visitors that come to campus to attend an information session and campus tour; perfect for someone who likes to stay busy at all times, we’d bet – $20-$31/hr

Thursday, September 3, 2026

Opportunity Abounds

Hello Thursday job-search enthusiasts! There's no lack of great, fresh opportunities in the public affairs & communications space even as the Labor Day weekend approaches. Make your holiday even more relaxing by getting you application info/cover letter together for one or more of these by Friday; you can wait to hit "send" until Tuesday morning, if that suits you. 

1) Conservation International is seeking a Director of Social Media with 8+ years of relevant experience including significant work leading social media strategy & channel management; video production skills preferred – $110k-$115k – see also main career page 

2) Public affairs group FTP is recruiting for a Digital Media Buyer (scroll down to find) with 3-5 years of hands-on paid media buying experience, ideally including advocacy, public affairs, political, or issue campaigns; hands-on experience with programmatic DSPs, paid social ad managers & paid search platforms also sought – $110k-$130k – fka Forbes-Tate Partners

3) Hearing First, an Oberkotter Foundation initiative, is seeking a Communications Associate (pdf) with 3-5 years of experience who's equally comfortable owning social media day-to-day, staging/QA-ing newsletters & press releases, and jumping into whatever content need comes up next – remote-based – apply by Sept. 20 – see more about HF here, along with the Oberkotter Foundation careers page

4) The Washington Post has posted Summer 2027 Newsroom Intern opportunities; specialties include ReporterVisual JournalistGraphic ReporterPrint EditorDigital EditorContent Strategy EditorData JournalistDesignerAudio Producer – $1,021/wk – apply by Oct. 9 – more info here 

5-9) We’ll also spotlight fresh long-term Washington Post opportunities near the top, for a change:

10) Accenture Federal ServicesCommunications Specialist – $135k-$278k – see also main career page 

11) Alzheimer’s AssociationGrassroots Advocacy Manager – $70k-$81k – Towson, MD

12-13) American Academy of Ophthalmology – see also main career page

14) American Association of Colleges of NursingDirector of Policy – $130k-$160k – see also main career page 

15) American Historical AssociationPublic Affairs Assistant – $45k-$49k – application reviews begin Sept. 8 

16-17) Association for Competitive Technology – see also main career page

18) Astra-ZenecaDirector, US Oncology Internal Communications & Above Brand Campaigns - $146k-$220k – apply by Sept. 13

19) The Atlantic has posted (or re-posted) multiple opportunities in the last few days – writer, editor/senior editor, art director, podcast producer & more – roles in DC & New York

20) Booz AllenCommunications Specialist supporting the U.S. Marine Corps – $55k-$126k

21) BRG CommunicationsCoordinator (scroll to find) – we noted other BRG roles showing there in our July 16 set 

22-26) Capitol Hill

27) Center for Strategic & International StudiesCommunications Coordinator – $57k-$62k

28-29) CNN – DC or Atlanta

30) Control AISenior Policy Advisor – $90k-$160k – see also main career page

31) CQ Roll Call/Fiscal NoteEditor, White House/Judicial & Legislative Intersection – $110k-$135k – see also main career page 

32) Defense Counterintelligence & Security AgencyPublic Affairs Student Trainee – Summer 2027 – $46k-$75k – open to undergrad & graduate students who will remain full-time students through Oct. 2028 – Quantico, Va. or Linthicum, MD – apply by Sept. 30; subject to early closure

33) Foundation for Government Accountability State Government Affairs Director, Southeast – $100k-$130k – strong preference for candidates who reside in Alabama, Arkansas, North Carolina or South Carolina

34-35) FTI Consulting

36) Grantmakers in HealthCommunications Specialist – $55k-$75k – see also main career page 

37-38) Harvard University – Cambridge, MA – salary info derived from this table

39) Land O’ LakesManager, Federal Government & Industry Relations – $107k-$161k – see also main career page 

40) Leonardo DRSGovernment Relations Manager – $105k-$130k – see also main career page 

41) MANTECHCommunications Specialist – $75k-$125k – Secret clearance required

42-43) Maryland-National Capital Park & Planning Commission 

44) Motorola SolutionsGovernment Affairs Manager – $160k-$180k

45) National Gallery of ArtGallery Communications Support Specialist – $70k-$91k – apply by Sept. 10

46) Office of the Director of National IntelligenceLegislative Liaison Officer – $143k-$187k – apply by Sept. 11; subject to early closure

47) Penta Group – see also main career page

48) RER SolutionsCommunications Manager supporting the DOE Office of Energy Dominance Financing – see also main career page 

49-50) Recent searches via Talent Market

51-52) United Food & Commercial Workers

53) We Build ProgressPolicy Associate/ Senior Policy Associate – $70k-$84k – apply by Sept. 14

 Best wishes for a terrific Labor Day weekennd from your favorite™ public affairs jobs resource as Festival Season 2026  kicks in to full gear for the next two months; here's this weekend's highlights:

Monday, August 31, 2026

August Checks Out

August is our favorite month & we're always sorry to see it in the rear view mirror. (even as much as we love Fall & the heart of Festival Season around here). We're also pretty happy with today's set – hope it works for you, too.

1) Prince William Water is seeking a Communications Manager with 5+ years of communications experience, including project management & media relations efforts – $107k-$141k – Woodbridge, Va. – apply by Sept. 24

2) Biopharma firm with interesting history Sobi is recruiting for an Advocacy & External Relations Professional with 5+ years of relevant experience supporting advocacy, external relations, or patient engagement, within the pharmaceutical, biotech, or healthcare sector – $150k-$180k – see also main career page 

3) United Airlines has shared this fresh call for Director of Corporate Affairs to helm proactive media relations & communications across federal policy, regulatory and corporate reputation matters – $159k-$207k – 12+ years in corporate communications, public affairs, or media relations desired

4) AccentureMedia Relations Manager, Health & Public Services – Arlington. Va. or 40+ other locations

5) Alliance for Aging ResearchDirector of Public Policy & Government Relations – $90k-$95k – apply by Sept. 18

6-7) Amazon

8) American Red Cross Social Engagement Specialist – $75k-$85k – remote-based

9) ARLnowLocal Reporter – $70k-$75k

10) BAE SystemsDigital Communications & Social Media Manager – $118k-$201k

11) Bowie State UniversityMedia Relations Coordinator, Athletics – $46k-$56k – Bowie, MD

12) Breaking DefenseAssistant Editor – $70k-$85k

13) Calvert CountyCommunications & Media Relations Director – $135k-$160k – Prince Frederick, MD – apply by Sept. 11

14) CBS NewsAssociate Producer, Face the Nation – $60k-$70k

15-17) Center for American Progress

18) Chesapeake Bay FoundationMaryland Engagement Coordinator – $60k-$62k – Annapolis, MD – apply by Sept. 21

19) CNNNews Desk Producer – $51k-$95k

20) Council for Higher Education AccreditationDigital Content Specialist – $60k-$65k

21) DDC Public AffairsAccount Exec, PAC Engagement – $75k-$85k

22) Edelman PRSenior Media Supervisor, Technology PR – $80k-$120k – DC, New York, Austin, Dallas, Seattle, Atlanta, Chicago, San Francisco or Los Angeles

23) George Mason UniversityDirector of Development, University Priorities – $130k+ – apply by Sept. 8

24) Georgetown UniversityOPICS Partner Fellow supporting the Center on Poverty & Inequality – policy research/analysis focus – open to individuals who have received or will receive a JD during the most recent academic year – apply by Sept. 4

25-26) Greenlight America – remote-based – see also main career page

27) Heritage FoundationGovernment Relations Director – $120k-$145k

28-29) Johns Hopkins University – Baltimore, MD

30-33) Kaiser Permanente – DC or Oakland, CA

34) Martin AgencyContent Producer – $70k-$83k – Richmond, Va. – see also main career page 

35-36) National Geographic Society

37) NBC NewsiHeart Radio/NBC News Channel Producer – $75k-$87k

38) Parent Project Muscular DystrophyDirector, State Advocacy – $100k-$120k – remote-based

39) RemitlyHead of Public Relations & Corporate Communications – $208k-$310k – New York – see also main career page 

40) United Nations FoundationIntern, Global Health Communications – $18-$20/hr

41-42) University of Virginia – Charlottesville, Va.

43) … and finally: local food access & farmers market stalwart FRESHFARM is seeking an Executive Assistant/Office Manager (doc) with problem-solving skills, attention to detail & a collaborative mindset – $59k-$70k – apply by Sept. 8 – see also main career page 

44) … and finally, part 2: if you’re Annapolis-based & available for a handful of Friday/Saturdays in the Fall, the U.S. Naval Academy Alumni Association welcomes you to the ranks as Reunion Support Staff at an $18/hr pay grade

45) … and finally, part 3: perhaps YOU can help soothe recently testy relations with our north-of-the-border friends through your cheerful work as Common Services & Consular Clerk at the Embassy of Canada – $60k – 2 vacancies available – experience providing clerical support and/or client service, including guiding customers, vendors, calls and/or visitors desired – apply by Sept. 3

Thursday, August 27, 2026

We Haven't Seen This Job Title Before

Hello Thursday job-searchers! Get after it!

1) Early childhood development nonprofit ZERO TO THREE is seeking a Lead Advocacy Officer with 12+ years of relevant advocacy and policy experience, including experience on Capitol Hill, government relations, lobbying, or related role – $160k-$180k – see also main career page 

2) The National Venture Capital Association is seeking a highly organized & collaborative Manager, Membership Operations & Events with one or more years of relevant experience in a membership organization/association, events, program management, customer success, or CRM/database management – $60k-$75k

3-4) Crosscut Strategies has shared two early career roles – see also main career page

  • Specialist – $60k-$70k – 3+ years of relevant experience in strategic communications desired; facility with digital media & Agentic AI preferred
  • Associate – $50k-$55k – ideal associate candidate will have demonstrated interest or initial experience in journalism, media, communications, or campaigns.

5-6) K2 Space plans to deploy the largest & highest-power satellites ever flown – see also main career page

  • Director of Government Affairs – $190k-$170k – 7-12+ years of congressional affairs experience, predominantly from working on the Hill required, along with current or previous Secret clearance
  • Communications & Government Relations Specialist – $100k-$150k – 3-5 years of experience supporting strategic communications and/or government relations desired, and/or background providing logistical, operational, or public affairs support for a congressional office, government agency, or think tank

7) AARPAssociate State Director, Advocacy – $94k-$105k – Columbia, SC

8-9) Advanced Decision Vectors – Secret clearances required – see also main career page

10) American UniversityEvents Lead, School of Public Affairs – $70k-$85k

11) British EmbassySenior Policy Advisor, UK Mission to the UN – $87k – New York – apply by Sept. 6

12-15) Brookings Institution

  • Lead Writer, Executive Office – $82k-$93k
  • Research Assistant and Senior Research Assistant supporting the Hamilton Project – $58k-$62k – positions are best suited for those who have received an undergrad degree in economics, data science, statistics, public policy, or other social sciences with a minor in economics – preferred start date between May 1 & July 1, 2027
  • Research Assistant, Economic Studies – $58k – position is best suited for those who have received an undergrad degree in Economics, Mathematics, or other social sciences with a minor in Economics – preferred start date between June 1 & July 31, 2027

16) Center for Education ReformDirector of External Affairs & Chief of Staff – $175k-$185k – search managed by Talent Market 

17) Children's National Hospital FoundationVice President, Major & Principal Gifts – $201k-$335k – apply by Aug. 28 – see also main career page 

18-20) CQ Roll Call/Fiscal Note – see also main career page

21) CVS HealthLead Director, Value-Based Care Strategy & Communications – $100k-$231k – application window expected to close Sept. 26

22) DHS/Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security AgencySupervisory International Affairs Specialist – $169k-$197k – apply by Aug. 31

23) Financial Industry Regulatory AuthorityAssociate Director, State Government Affairs – $114k-$248k – DC; Rockville; New York; Jersey City or Woodbridge, NJ – see also main career page 

24-27) FTI Consulting – see also main career page

28) GoodyearDirector of Public Affairs, North America 

29) Montgomery CountyManager, Public Communications/Marketing & Engagement – $116k-$206k – apply by Aug. 31 

30) Nature ConservancyAssociate Director of Communications, Corporate Sustainability – $82k-$184k – remote-based

31) PeratonCampaign Manager, Strategic Communications – $104k-$166k – Secret clearance required – award-contingent role

32-34) POLITICO

35) Smithsonian InstitutionAdvancement Associate, National Museum of the American Latino – $70k-$91k – fluency in Spanish required – apply by Sept. 7

36) Solar Energy Industries AssociationGraphic Design Coordinator – $60k-$55k – see also main career page 

37) TC EnergySenior Advisor, Media Relations – apply by Sept. 9

38) VantorDirector, Government Relations – $182k-$266k – see also main career page 

39) VerizonSenior Manager, Federal Government Affairs – $120k-$209k – apply by Sept. 26

40) Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthoritySpecial Projects Coordinator supporting the Chief of Staff & government relations teams – apply by Sept. 2 

41) … and finally – AI Storyteller & Communications Specialist is a title we haven’t seen before and it’s with an employer you've seen a lot of around here: Georgetown University – $54k-$100k – 3-5+ years of professional experience in science writing, technology journalism, or strategic communications desired.

Best wishes for a beautiful end-of-August weekend from your favorite™ public affairs jobs resource – here's a few diversions to spike your fun – the pace for fairs & fests really starts to ramp up beginning next weekend, so check out the 2026 Festival Season roundup to plan ahead.

Monday, August 24, 2026

We've Got You Covered

If you're still actively searching or just browsing in the last weeks before Labor Day, we've got you covered. As we almost always say in the oft-lazy pre-holiday stretches, your competition may be a little lighter this time of year, so take advantage & happy hunting.

Monday update: we just stumbled on this Vice President, Major & Principal Gifts opportunity at the Children's National Hospital Foundation with a $201k-$335k pay grade & a can't-wait Aug. 28 application deadline – see also main career page

1) American Medical AssociationLead Policy Analyst – $109k-$145k

2) American Society for Parenteral & Enteral NutritionManager, Marketing and Communications – $82k – search managed by NonprofitHR – also available directly on ASPEN’s career page 

3) BarbaricumSenior External Stakeholder Lead – Secret clearance required – see also main career page

4-7) Capitol Hill

8) City of Laurel, MDCommunications Specialist – $59k – apply by Sept. 4

9) CohnReznick Corporate Communications Manager – $116k-$160k – Tyson’s Corner listing; also available in Bethesda 

10) Constellation Inc.Senior Communications Specialist – $90k-$110k – see also main career page 

11) CoStar GroupSocial Media Associate – $63k-$85k

12) DeloitteFirm Associate Director, Communications – $107k-$201k – estimated date of closure Sept. 15

13-14) Earthjustice

15) Fairfax County Fire & Rescue DepartmentVolunteer Programs & Communications Coordinator – $70k-$122k – apply by Aug. 28 

16) FHI 360Senior Director, Global Health Security/Health Programs – $160k-$190k – remote-based in DC or NC – see also main career page 

17) Friendship Public Charter SchoolSenior Director of Communications & Marketing – $145k-$170k – see also main career page 

18) General Dynamics ITNational Cyber Communications Specialist – $97k-$132k – Secret clearance required

19) GenslerPublic Relations Manager – $100k-$140k

20) Gritter FranconaCommunications Specialist supporting the Veterans Health Administration – see also main career page 

21-24) Howard University

25-27) International Fresh Produce Association – see also main career page

28-31) Jewish Federation of Greater Washington – see also main career page

32) LyftManager, Campaigns & Political Giving – $118k-$147k – see also main career page 

33) Manna Food CenterDirector of Communications – $100k-$110k – see also main career page 

34) Marketing for ChangeSenior Director, Marketing & Communications – $150k-$170k – see also main career page 

35) Mystery advocacy organization working to prevent biological threatsVice President, Government Affairs – search managed by Korn Ferry 

36) Mystery Arlington-based employer w/ societal change mission/impactCopy Editor – $40-$50/hr – search managed by Cella 

37) National Coalition for Assistive & Rehab TechnologyExecutive Director – $200k-$220k – search managed by JDG Associates 

38) National Democratic InstituteChief Development Officer – $187k-$243k – see also main career page 

39-44) Nexstar Media Group

45) Northrop GrummanSenior Manager of Public Relations, Space Systems – $159k-$239k – Secret clearance required – McLean, Va; Baltimore; Huntsville, AL or Redondo Beach, CA

46) Open Society InstituteAdmin Officer – $85k-$96k – apply by Aug. 27 

47) SAICGraphic Designer supporting an Intelligence Community client – $160k-$200k – Secret clearance required – Chantilly, Va.

48-52) Smithsonian Institution

53) Sunrise Senior LivingDirector, External & Financial Communications – $175k-$218k

54) Washington PostOp-Ed Editor – $109k-$182k

55) … and finally: our pals at Port City Brewing are looking for a part-time Social Media Coordinator with top-notch graphic design & writing skills as well as understanding & enthusiasm for craft beer – $800-$1,000/mo – maybe you’ll be piped aboard in time to help hype PCBC’s Wunderfest (Sept. 19) – see also team/career page 

56) … and finally, part 2: need something to get help get you through the next few months? The imagiNATIONS Activity Center at the National Museum of the American Indian is looking to bring on five full-time Visitor Service Reps through Dec. 2026 – $18/hr – search managed by the MidTown Group

Thursday, August 20, 2026

50 Good Ones

50 good ones for your Thursday; we're pretty happy with these – hope there's something here to make you happy, too.

1) Privacy-first mobile telecom company Cape is seeking a Head of Government Relations with prior relevant experience in fast-paced environments, executive communications skills, and legislative/lobbying background – $250k-$350k – see also main career page 

2-3) The Wikimedia Foundation has let us know about two just-opened remote-based roles – see also main career page

  • Principal, Executive Communications – $144k-$220k – 10+ years of experience in communications required, including extensive work C-level executives, as well as unflappable composure
  • Head of Marketing – $143k-$217k – 12+ years of marketing experience sought, including time with a major website, online publisher/platform, growing & engaging audiences at scale globally.

4) TRM Labs combines expertise from law enforcement, data science, engineering, and financial intelligence to combat terrorist financing, drug trafficking, human trafficking, and other serious crimes, and you can be a part of it as their Head of Government Affairs – $150k-$210k – 8-12+ years in strategic communications/public affairs, with meaningful experience in or alongside government desired – see also main career page 

5-6) New from the Data Center Coalition – remote-based roles: 

  • Manager or Senior Manager, Energy Policy/Reliability & Security – $120k-$150k – 5+ years of experience advancing energy policy and/or regulatory initiatives related to grid reliability & security required, preferably in NERC committees and stakeholder processes, FERC proceedings and/or in RTO/ISO stakeholder processes.   
  • Research Manager – $70k-$100k – 3-5 years of demonstrated experience & strong skillset in research, data collection & analysis required 

7-8) DC & Seattle-based PR firm RH Strategic has passed along fresh opportunities in the local outpost – see also main career page

  • Account Director, Public Affairs – $90k-$135k – 6–10 years of policy, public affairs and/or policy communications experience with a demonstrated ability to operate in high-impact environments desired; Capitol Hill background preferred
  • Account Supervisor, Media Relations – $95k-$120k –  6+ years of experience leading earned media strategies and track record of securing high-impact national & policy-focused coverage sought, along with background in supporting clients in technology, education, and/or healthcare sectors

9) 340B HealthGovernment Relations Coordinator – $56k-$75k

10) Administrative Office of the U.S. CourtsDeputy Legislative Affairs Officer – $204k-$226k – note: apply deadline is Aug. 2027, which we imagine translates to “open until filled”

11-13) American Enterprise Institute

14-15) American Society of Clinical Oncology

16-17) Artemis ARC – opportunities supporting the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center – see also main career page

18) BAE SystemsDirector, Government Relations – $173k-$294k

19) Blue OriginIntegrated Communications Director – $157k-$219k – Arlington, Va; Space Coast, FL or Kent, WA – see also main career page 

20-21) Brady United Against Gun Violence – see also main career page

22) Civitas Public AffairsAssociate – $65k-$85k – DC or Boston – see also main career page

23) Common CauseVice President, Marketing & Communications – $153k-$185k – see also main career page 

24-25) CNN

26) DDCAccount Coordinator, Public Affairs – $60k – see also main career page 

27) Defenders of WildlifeDigital Marketing Associate – $73k-$80k – see also main career page 

28) EmbraerHead of Government & Public Relations supporting EVE Air Mobility – DC or Melbourne, FL – see also main career page 

29) Eversheds Sutherland LLP Public Relations Manager – $95k-$135k – see also main career page

30) Feeding AmericaManager, Neighbors Advocacy – $93k-$98k

31) Federal Highway AdministrationSupervisory Public Affairs Specialist – $169k-$197k – apply by Aug. 24; we also noted a similar non-supervisory-level role in Monday’s set 

32-34) Georgetown University

35-37) ICF International – * award-contingent opportunity

38) Johns Hopkins UniversitySenior Communications & Marketing Manager supporting the Bloomberg Center for Government Excellence – $77k-$135k – Baltimore, MD

39) Media Research CenterStaff Writer, Artificial Intelligence & Free Speech – $50k-$50k – Herndon, Va. or remote-based – search managed by Talent Market 

40) Navy MutualSocial Media Specialist – $72k-$85k – see also main career page 

41-42) Northrop Grumman

43) Our Lady of the Fields ParishDirector of Communications – $70k-$80k – Millersville, MD

44) Society for Human Resource ManagementBrand Specialist – $70k-$85k

45-46) Truth Initiative

47-48) VOX Global

49) Weber ShandwickVice President, Corporate – $119k-$155k

50) … and finally: Monumental Sports is recruiting for a pair of communications roles supporting the Capitals with similar responsibilities: Game Night Staff, Media Relations and Media Relations Intern – $18/hr – see also main career page

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