Thursday, July 30, 2026

Calendar Notes & the Approach of Festival Season – and Great Jobs, Too

July is almost gone, which means we're approaching the mid-point between the Summer Solstice (June 21) & Fall Equinox (Sept. 22), a calendar spot known as Lammas Day, which technically tracks to Aug. 7, this year but is normally celebrated on Aug. 1; since they fall on a Saturday & Friday respectively, that gives you some good flexibility to celebrate either one, or both. 

1) Reflection, a research lab focused on making intelligence open & accessible, is seeking a Policy Communications Lead with 7+ years of experience in strategic communication, reputation management or public affairs – see also main career page 

2) Hertz is recruiting for a strategic & resourceful-thinking Director, Government Affairs with 5+ years of experience in public policy, government affairs, or legislative processes, preferably within mobility, autonomous vehicles, AI, car rental, hospitality, or tourism industries – $140k – see also main career page 

3-4) The Interfaith Alliance has just passed along a pair ot opportunities – see also main career page

  • Director of Government Affairs (pdf) – $90k-$110k – 3+ years of experience in legal advocacy, federal policy, or a combination, including meaningful experience working on or directly with Capitol Hill desired; JD strongly preferred
  • Vice President of Finance & Administration (pdf) – $175k-$200k – 7+ years of experience in advocacy nonprofit finance & operations desired, as well as a demonstrated command of nonprofit accounting, budgeting, and audit management.

5) Aga Khan Foundation USA – Programs & Communications Associate (pdf) – $54k-$63k – see also main career page 

6) Alliance for Health Policy – Development & Production Intern – Fall 2026 – $18/hr – apply by Aug. 17

7-8) Amazon

9) ARSC Federal – Legislative Analyst supporting NOAA – 6-month term – see also main career page 

10) Bank of America – Federal Government Relations Executive 

11) Blue Cross Blue Shield Association – Legislative & Regulatory Policy Specialist – $102k-$138k

12) C&O Canal Trust – Development Associate (pdf)  – $40k-$42k – Williamsport, MD – apply by July 31 – see also main career page

13) Capital One – Director, Regulatory Affairs Advisor & Liaison – $209k-$263k – McLean or Richmond, Va.

14) Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights – Deputy Director of National Policy & Campaigns – $97k-$105k – bilingual w/ Spanish strongly preferred

15-21) DLA Piper – DC, Reston, Baltimore or other major U.S. cities

22) Employ Prince George’s – Senior Communications Manager – $88k-$93k – see also main career page 

23-25) FedWriters – award-contingent roles supporting a federal transportation research center – see also main career page

26) Foundation for the Defense of Democracies – Senior Director of Podcasts – $140k-$200k

27-28) Georgetown University

29) Kearney & Company – Strategic Communications & Outreach Specialist – $69k-$105k – Secret clearance required – see also main career page 

30-31) Microsoft

32) Monumental Sports & Entertainment – Director, Enterprise Communications – $110k-$125k

33) National Association of Counties – Director of Intergovernmental Affairs & Partnership Engagement – $150k-$160k

34) National Transportation Safety Board – Government & Industry Affairs Specialist – $102k-$133k – apply by Aug. 5 

35) Pew Charitable Trusts – Senior Associate, Federal Policy supporting the Safer Chemicals Project – $87k-$97k

36) Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America – Advocacy & Strategic Alliances Intern – Public Affairs Intern – International Advocacy Intern – Fall 2026 - $25-$35/hr

37) Red Carrot – Communications Specialist supporting a federal health agency – award-contingent role – see also main career page 

38) University of Virginia – Digital Marketing Specialist, Reputation Management supporting UVA Health – $65k-$93k – Charlottesville, Va.

39) Washington Post – Asia Correspondent – 5-month term – potential work locations include Taiwan, Singapore or South Korea 

40-43) Weber Shandwick

44) We. Communications – Vice President, Issues & Crisis – $147k-$188k – see also main career page 

45) WTW – Head of Internal Communication & Change Management – $200k-$250k – see also main career page 

46) … and finally: do you have Saturdays & Sundays free for a probably low-stress $19/hr gig at an inspiring venue? Our friends at the National Building Museum is looking for Weekend Visitor Services Representatives – see also main career page

Best wishes for a fantastic weekend from your favorite™ public affairs jobs resource! Looking ahead, reserve your ticket to Snallygaster 2026 (Oct. 10, downtown DC) today and be assured that another DCPA+CJ Festival Season Roundup will be coming along soon; here's a look at the 2025 edition.

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Monday, July 27, 2026

Back to It

It's Monday & we're back to it. Hope one or more of these work for you.

1) The Investment Company Institute is seeking a Director, Public Affairs with 8-10 years of experience in policy communication or related field; knowledge of financial services industry, asset management & retirement policy issues strongly preferred.– $170k-$200k – see also main career page 

2) Bread for the World is seeking an International Policy Fellow with demonstrated interest in international development, global health, humanitarian assistance, or anti-hunger policy, along with top-notch research, analytical & writing skills – $50k-$55k – 2-year term – see also main career page 

3) America Votes – Social Media Interns – Fall 2026 – $18/hr – remote-based

4) American Society of Civil Engineers – Marketing & Communications Coordinator – $50k-$60k – apply by Aug. 23

5) ANCOR – Senior Director of Federal Relations – $120k-$130k – ANCOR is an association of community-based providers advocating for person-centered outcomes for people with intellectual & developmental disabilities – apply by Aug. 7 – see also main career page 

6) Blood Cancer United – Campaign Fundraising Manager – $72k-$81k

7-8) Bloomberg Industry Group – see also main career page

9-12) Brookings Institution

13) Center for Civilians in Conflict – Advocacy & Legal Interns/Fellows – Fall 2026 – apply by Aug. 5 – see also main career page 

14) Centrus Energy – Associate Director, Communications & Public Relations – $175k-$205k – apply by Aug. 31

15) City of Fairfax – Economic Development Marketing Associate – 6-month term w/ potential for extension – $25-$28/hr

16-17) CNN

18) Colonial Williamsburg Foundation – Writer/Editor – $69k-$74k – Williamsburg, Va. – see also main career page 

19) Common Cause – Senior Policy Director & Counsel, Voting & Fair Representation – $132k-$148k – JD required – see also main career page 

20) Conservative Energy Network – Director of Development – $150k-$190k – remote-based – seacg managed by DRiWaterstone 

21-22) Consumer Technology Association – see also main career page

23) DC Child & Family Services Agency – Supervisory Policy Advisor – $99k-$139k – apply by Aug. 1 

24) DC Policy Center – Communications Director – $85k-$95k – apply by Aug. 3

25) Edward Jones – Director, Enterprise External Communications – $144k-$245k – DC, New York, St. Louis or Tempe, AZ – see also main career page 

26) Food Allergy Research & Education – Communications Manager – see also main career page 

27) Genentech – Senior Manager, Policy Communications – $120k-$224k

28-29) Georgetown University

30) George Washington’s Mount Vernon – Social Media Manager – $65k-$70k – see also main career page 

31) Healthcare Anchor Network – Policy Associate/Manager for Communications & Policy – $67k-$89k – see also main career page 

32) JPMorgan Chase – Head of Communications for Firmwide Impact & Strategic Initiatives – $156k-$245k – DC or New York

33) Lockheed Martin – Social Media Manager – $90k-$159k

34-35) Middle East Institute

36) National Academies of Sciences, Engineering & Medicine – Editor – $73k-$92k

37) National Council for Mental Wellbeing – Senior Major Gifts Officer – $170k-$190k – remote-based – see also main career page 

38) Nature Conservancy – Donor Communications Officer – $67k-$102k – remote-based

39) PCI Federal – Press Coordinator supporting the State Dept. Bureau of African Affairs – $108k 

40-41) Planned Parenthood

42-43) PLUS Communications – see also main career page

44) Stars & Stripes – Supervisory Editor – $85k-$105k – apply by Aug. 4

45) U.S. Capitol Police – Event Planning Specialist – $117k-$166k – apply by July 30 

46) U.S. Federal Solutions – Program Manager/Congressional Liaison supporting the U.S. Space Force – Secret clearance required – see also main career page 

47) Versant Media – DC Coordinator, MS NOW Newsgathering – $26-$31/hr – see also main career page 

48-49) VPD Government Solutions (scroll to find) – see also main career page

50) WETA/NewsHour Productions – News Assistant, Politics – $22/hr – see also main career page 

51) WomenHeart/National Coalition for Women with Heart Disease – Advocacy Consultant (pdf) – proposals due July 31 – see also main career page 

52) … and finally: the U.S. Agency for Global Media is seeking a Digital & Social Media Director to support the Office of Cuba Broadcasting, which may be beaming their signals to an increasingly in-the-news locale soon – $133k-$174k – se requiere fluidez en español, incluyendo conocimiento de modismos y coloquialismos cubanos – Miami, FL – apply by Aug. 6

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Thursday, July 23, 2026

Change, Support, Progress & Impact

Hello Thursday! The moderate weather of the last couple days has us in a cheery mood. Or perhaps it's just been that we've consumed a lighter diet of news & social feeds lately.

1) Solar photovoltaic manufacturer QCells is seeking a strategic-thinking Head of Government Relations with a track record of delivering legislative & regulatory outcomes at the federal, state & local levels of government, as well as success in managing advocacy campaigns before multiple levels of government in the energy & environment policy arenas – $299k-$315k – see also main career page 

2) Penn Quarter Partners is seeking a Senior Manager/Director, Health Policy Analysis, Research & Writing with 6–10 years of relevant experience in health policy research and analysis, with meaningful exposure to or demonstrated interest in life sciences, pharmaceutical policy, or biomedical innovation – see more about Penn Quarter here. 

3-4) The Council of Large Public Housing Authorities is actively recruiting for these opportunities supporting Housing Is, an initiative to align housing, education & health organizations to produce positive outcomes for individuals & families experiencing poverty – see also main career page

  • Director – $130k – 8-10 years of relevant experience & knowledge of housing policy, education policy, welfare policy, public health, social determinants of health, and anti-poverty efforts desired – apply by Aug. 21
  • Manager – $90k – 3-5 years of relevant experience in similar areas to Director role sought; conference planning skills also valued for both roles – apply by Aug. 21

5) The Center for Adoption Support & Education is seeking a Coordinator, Development Events + Operations (scroll to find) 3-5+ years of experience in fundraising, event organizing and management, donor relations, development, or related field desired – $62k-$65k – Burtonsville, MD – July 24 application deadline noted; we’re told they’ll they may consider strong applicants past that point – see more about them here 

6) Community Change is seeking a Director of the Executive Office with 7+ years of experience in executive administration, chief of staff functions, or senior operational roles in complex organizations; background in philanthropic, political, or complex nonprofit, advocacy, or movement-building organizations, particularly those with multi-entity or multi-stakeholder structures, is preferred – $140k-$160k – search managed by Grossman Solutions 

7) Anaplan is focused on optimizing business decision-making through AI-infused scenario planning & analysis and you could join this effort a Social Media Manager – $91k-$130k – 5+ years working in digital/social marketing with experience managing social channels desired, preferably within a high-tech environment – see also main career page 

8) Accenture Song – Senior Media Relations Manager 

9-10) American University

11) APCO – Senior Associate Director, Campaigns & Advocacy – $120k-$140k – healthcare policy focus

12) Association of Zoos & Aquariums – Digital Media Coordinator – $55k-$58k

13) British Embassy – Speechwriter to the Ambassador – $87k – apply by Aug. 5

14) Burson – Account Director, Corporate & Public Affairs, Crisis & Risk – $60k-$140k – DC, New York, Chicago or Pittsburgh

15) Cancer Support Community – Director, Policy & Advocacy – $120k-$132k – see also main career page 

16-17) Cato Institute 

18-24) Center for American Progress

25-28) Council on Foreign Relations

29) Covista – Director, State Government Relations & Public Affairs – $100k-$181k

30) C-SPAN – Multimedia Content Creator & Promotions Producer – $55k-$100k

31) Daughters of the American Revolution – Communications Assistant – $52k-$58k

32-33) General Dynamics Information Technology

34) Great Hill Solutions/Seneca Holdings – Press Advisor supporting the State Dept. Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs – Secret clearance required

35) Heritage Foundation – Research Assistant, Center for National Security – $55k-$60k

36) Loudoun County – Communications Manager –$82k-$144k - Leesburg, Va. – apply by July 28

37) Lockheed Martin – Senior Global Media Relations Staffer – $106k-$187k – Bethesda, MD; Fort Worth; Grand Prairie, TX; King of Prussia, PA; Littleton, CO; Marietta, GA; Orlando; Owego, NY; Stratford, CT or Sunnyvale, CA

38-39) Make-A-Wish Mid-Atlantic – see also main career page

40) Meta – AI Policy Manager – $153k-$224k

41-42) New America

43) Northern Virginia Community College – Systems, Marketing, & Communications Coordinator supporting their Workforce Development/Career Services operations – $65k-$75k – apply by July 29 

45) Piedmont Community College – Assistant Director, Marketing & Communications – $78k-$83k – Charlottesville, Va.

45) Q2 Impact – Communications & Engagement Lead to support a Defense Dept. Knowledge Management initiative – see also main career page 

46) RTX – Director, Executive Communications – $204k-$389k – Arlington, Va; Charlotte; Farmington, CT; Cedar Rapids, IA or Dallas – see also main career page 

47-49) Sinclair Broadcasting – see also main career page

50) University of Virginia – Assistant Director, Public Service Partnerships supporting Madison House – $60k-$65k – Charlottesville, Va. – apply by July 27 

51) United Nations Foundation – Senior Associate, Global Health – $70k-$77k

52-53) Wall Street Journal

54-56) Washington Post

Best wishes for a fantastic heart-of-Summer weekend from your favorite™ public affairs jobs resource!  

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Monday, July 20, 2026

In the Clear

Hello Monday! There's still a giant cabinet of worries out there for all of us, but today we're just happy the smoke has lifted around here. Good luck if you're somewhere currently blanketed.

Monday update: the Center for Adoption Support & Education (C.A.S.E.) has just passed along this Coordinator, Development Events + Operations (scroll to find) role – $62k-$65k – 3-5+ years of experience in fundraising, event organizing and management, donor relations, development, or related field desired – Burtonsville, MD – we’re highlighting it now as C.A.S.E. has a July 24 application deadline, although we’re told they’ll they may consider strong applicants past that point – see more about them here 

1) The American Academy of Neurology is seeking a Political Affairs Manager to support their perfectly named BrainPAC – $105k-$123k – 5+ years of experience in PAC administration or policy desired – see also main career page

2) The Carbon Removal Alliance has let us know they are actively recruiting for this Director of Government Affairs (pdf) role suited for candidates with 10+ years working in government affairs in an advocacy role or on Capitol Hill in energy, climate, agriculture or science – $175k-$210k – see more about CRA here 

3) ALS Association – Director, Communications – $81k-$102k

4-5) American Coatings Association – see also main career page

6) American Electric Power – Government Affairs & Public Policy Manager – apply by Aug. 2 – see also main career page

7) American Society of Civil Engineers – Senior Manager, Policy Research – $85k-$100k – apply by Aug. 13

8) AstraZeneca – Director of Communications, Respiratory & Immunology – $146k-$220k – apply by July 29

9) Atlantic Council – Associate Director, Media Relations & Strategic Communications – $72k-$85k – see also main career page

10) BDO – Senior Manager/Federal Policy Consultant – $185k-$220k – see also main career page

11-12) Chesapeake Climate Action Network – see also main career page

13-14) Fresh searches managed by Careers in Nonprofits:

  • Mystery healthcare nonprofit – Admin Coordinator – $28-$31/hr
  • Mystery housing advocacy nonprofit – Event Coordinator – part-time/temporary role w/ approx 5 hrs/wk during Aug. & Sept. plus u to 14 hours during the week of Oct. 5 – $29-$32/hr

15) DC Dept. of Buildings – Legislative Affairs Advisor – $93k-$119k – apply by July 28

16-19) EARTHDAY.ORG

20) Federal Emergency Management Agency – Supervisory Policy Advisor – $169k-$197k – apply by July 22; subject to early closure

21-24) Federation of American Scientists – see also main career page

25) FTI Consulting – Senior Director, Public Affairs - $134k-$245k – financial services focus

26) Glen Echo Group – Junior Associate, Public Affairs – $50k-$60k – see also main career page 

27) Georgetown University – Senior Communications Associate, Law School – $47k-$87k – apply by July 30

28) Global Forest Generation – Communications Officer (pdf) – $55k-$60k – apply today, July 20 – see also main career page 

29) Harvard University – Chief Communications Officer, Kennedy School of Government – $185k-$343k per this guide – Cambridge, MA

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

30-31) The Hub Project  – see also main career page

32) Intuit – Director/Head of Global Public Affairs – $247k-$334k

33-34) JPMorgan Chase

35) KBR – Director, Legislative Affairs – Secret clearance required – see also main career page 

36) KIPP DC – Director of Communications & Media Relations – $125k-$138k – see also main career page (scroll down)

37) London Stock Exchange Group – Government Relations & Regulatory Strategy Manager – $110k-$184k

38) MedStar Health – Events Coordinator, Philanthropy – $23-$42/hr

39) MITRE Corp. – Media Relations Lead – $127k-$190k

40) Mystery independent Federal agency – Social Media Response Coordinator – $22/hr – search managed by Contact1 

41) Mystery non-profit w/ a focus on issues in the Middle East – Virtual Event Producer – to $115k – search managed by Brainstorm Creative Resources 

42) Mystery kidney disease advocacy group – Executive Assistant to the Chief Communication & Marketing Officer – temporary-to-hire opportunity – $70k-$75k – search managed by The Choice Inc. 

43) National Low Income Housing Coalition – Senior Vice President, Advancement – $165k-$175k

44) Novartis – Director, Issue Advocacy & Portfolio Strategy – $176k-$327k – DC or Hanover, NJ

45-46) Pew Charitable Trusts

47) Pilot Travel Centers – Senior Specialist, Government Affairs – see also main career page 

48) SMA America – Public & Government Affairs Director – $150k-$175k

49) TelevisaUnivision – Political Compliance Analyst – $53k-$72k – DC or Miami – see also main career page 

50) UC Institute on Global Conflict & Cooperation – Program & Operations Coordinator – part-time – $32-$50/hr – apply by July 23 – see also main career page 

51) UnitedHealth Group – Director, Federal Government Affairs – $134k-$230k – Administration advocacy focus

52) United States of Care – Project Assistant – through Oct. 2027 – $50k

53) West Health – Associate Director, Brain Health Policy – $139k-$185k – see also main career page 

54-55) and finally: this Content Coordinator role keeping the Rails-to-Trails Conservancy’s essential TrailLink map system is about a month old, but hopefully it’s worth checking out for someone with the research, data entry, database management, and proficiency with mapping tools they seek – $53k – and a more-recent vintage Fundraising Associate gig is also available with a $60k pay grade – see also main career page 

56) … and finally, part 2: has the World Cup got you wound up for a career in international futbol? We checked the FIFA career page & found this Miami-based Commercial Legal Clerk opportunity as well as a few dozen location-Brazil opportunities supporting the 2027 Women’s World Cup

 We made a chronological & pretty comprehensive Warren Zevon Spotify list; give it a listen.

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Thursday, July 16, 2026

Sirius Business

Happy Thursday and happy 154th Open Championship! We've got fantastic & fresh opportunities for you check out until you're ready to brave today's weather. 

We heard someone on local radio cheerfully note that we're only having two straight days of 100°+ like it was some kind of lucky break. But we are in the heart of the Dog Days, after all – so we suppose we'll just have to sweat it out together.

Thursday update: we just happened on this Media Relations Manager opportunity with the Prince George's County Police Dept. that includes a can't-wait-until-next-set July 19 application deadline – $98k-$212k – Upper Marlboro, MD

1) Google is in search mode for a Policy Communications Manager supporting YouTube – $171k-$248k 10+ years of experience in public relations, media relations, public affairs or corporate communications that includes work driving policy-focused media campaigns and shaping coverage desired.

2) The Data Center Coalition is seeking a Director, State Government Affairs focused in (and based in) the Northeast & Mid-Atlantic region – $150k-$170k – background in state policy advocacy, including working directly with state legislatures in the region required, along with experience managing third-party lobbying consultants.

3) The United States Council for International Business is recruiting for a detail-oriented Policy & Program Administrative Assistant with strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask & prioritize competing demands effectively; interest in international business policy issues or international relations a plus – $55k-$65k – apply by Aug. 4

4) Nessle & Blakey, a small DC-based public affairs and communications consulting firm, is seeking a resourceful Junior Associate with people skills, clear communication and follow-through, attention to detail, and a positive attitude; previous internships on Capitol Hill or in communications are a plus – $50k-$55k

5-6) More fresh opportunities with The Bulwark

  • Associate Producer – $70k-$80k – 1-3 years of experience in digital media production required, along with exposure to operational & distribution workflows. 
  • Analytics Engineer – $120k-$130k – 6+ years of hands-on experience across analytics engineering, data engineering, or analytics, ideally within subscription media, digital media, or B2C businesses required; strong SQL skills & familiarity with Snowflake also sought

7-9) Per the comments, we learn of three new roles with Vital Voices Global Partnership – see also main career page

  • Vice President, Communications & Engagement – $158k-$202k – 12+ years of experience in communications, PR, marketing, journalism, international relations or related field required, as well as leading media relations, earned media, executive visibility & reputation management efforts.
  • Director of Global Philanthropy – $136k-$167k – 8-12 years of fundraising experience required, with demonstrated success in major gifts, individual giving, philanthropy, or non-profit development, along with a track record securing significant philanthropic commitments
  • Director of Global Corporate Partnerships – $136k-$167k –  8-12 years of experience in corporate partnerships, business development, fundraising, sponsorships, philanthropy, or non-profit revenue generation required.

10) American Farmland Trust – Prospect Management Strategist & Researcher – $70k-$75k – see also main career page 

11-16) BRG Communications (scroll down to find)

17) Center for the National Interest – Editorial Intern

18-21) CLYDE – see also main career page

22) Community Action Council of Howard County – Public Relations & Marketing Coordinator – $52k-$75k – Columbia, MD – apply by July 20 

23) DC Homeland Security & Emergency Management Agency – Public Information Officer – $109k-$141k – apply by July 25

24) Episcopal High School – Assistant Director of Communications for Digital Media – see also main career page 

25) Fenton – Senior Project Manager – $125k-$150k – DC, New York, Los Angeles or San Francisco – see also main career page 

26-27) Forbes-Tate Partners

  • Digital Media Buyer, Public Affairs – $110k-$130k
  • Interns – Fall 2026 – $18/hr – specialties include Insights, Public Affairs, Research & Policy Analysis, or State Government Relations – apply by July 17

28-29) Georgetown University

30-36) Global Situation Room – see also main career page

37-38) Humane World for Animals – see also main career page

39) Imre – Account Supervisor – $95k-$135k – Baltimore, New York or Philadelphia – see also main career page 

40-41) Information Technology Industry Council – scroll to find – part-time roles

42-44) Institute for Justice –see also main career page

45) National Geographic Society – Senior Director, Executive Communications – $185k-$195k

46) National Park Trust – Senior Director of Development – $140k-$170k – apply by July 28 – see also main career page 

47) Northern Virginia Conservation Trust – Policy Manager (pdf) – to $70k – apply today, July 16 – see also main career page 

48-49) Purple Strategies – see also main career page

50) Socure – Director of Government Affairs – $200k-$240k – see also main career page 

51) State Dept. – Policy Advisor – $121k-$158k – apply by July 24

52) Rutgers University – Senior Vice President for University Communications & Marketing – $360k-$400k – Brunswick, NJ – search managed by WittKieffer 

53) Truth Initiative – Managing Director, Private Foundation Relations – $145k-$150k – see also main career page 

54) … and finally – just admit it: you’re always wanted to wield the t-shirt cannon, and perhaps this in-person Job Fair for opportunities with Monumental Sports & Entertainment set for July 25 at the DC Convention Center can put you on that path – they’re hiring for part-time roles in: security, suites, operations & arena experience.

55) … and finally, part 2 – here’s a fun-sounding admin/support role w/ our friends at the British Embassy: Arrivals & Departures Officer working with military personnel & their families – $26/hr – apply by July 27

Best wishes for a chill (ha!) & convivial weekend from your favorite™ public affairs jobs resource!  And, speaking of dog days, permit us to close with this seasonally appropriate snippet from the Iliad:

Sirius rises late in the dark, liquid sky
on summer nights, star of stars,
Orion's Dog they call it, brightest
of all, but an evil portent, bringing heat
and fevers to suffering humanity.
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Monday, July 13, 2026

Dream Big & Move Fast

That's our advice today – and pretty much every day. We've got a big set to spark your aspirations & direct your applications.

Tuesday update – speaking of moving fast: we just came across this Policy Manager (pdf) role at the Northern Virginia Conservation Trust with a looming July 16 application deadline & a $70k salary ceiling – see also main career page

1-2) Very fresh opportunities with ExxonMobil – see also main career page

  • Media Relations Advisor – $130k-$300k – 10 years of experience in a media relations or related role required, including government or trade group background
  • Senior Advisor, State Government Relations – 10+ years of experience working with Texas policymakers plus a professional & personal reputation for integrity and follow-through desired – Austin, TX

3) AI solutions company Seekr touts their inclusion in Newsweek’s just-released Greatest Startup Workplaces 2026 and also looks to bring on a Social Media Manager with 6+ years managing social media at a B2B technology company, including direct experience producing content for executive accounts – Reston, Va. or Austin,TX

4) The CFP Board is seeking a Director of Stakeholder Communications with 10+ years of communications experience that includes demonstrated editorial leadership as well as capabilities in corporate/stakeholder communications – $140k-$160k – see also main career page 

5) ACLU of Pennsylvania – Director of Advocacy & Policy – $175k – Philadelphia, PA – search managed by Isaacson, Miller 

6) American Electric Power – Government Affairs Coordinator – $76k-$90k – apply today, July 13 – see also main career page 

7) America's Essential Hospitals – Government Affairs Associate – $60k-$65k – see also main career page 

8-9) APCO – DC, New York or Chicago

10-11) Arlington County

12-14) Recently added searches via Beacon Hill Staffing

15-16) Best Buddies International – see also main career page

17) Booz Allen – Global Defense Government Relations Sector Leader – $142k-$266k

18) British Embassy – Head of Political, Press & Public Affairs – $80k – Miami, FL – apply by July 31

19) By Light Professional IT Services – Director, Strategic Communications & PR – McLean, Va. or Orlando, FL – see also main career page 

21) CNN – Video Producer supporting the Arena with Kasie Hunt – $56k-$104k

22) CoreSite – Vice President, Public Policy & Community Relations – see also main career page

23) Covista – Manager, Alumni Social Media – $70k-$85k- Columbia, MD

24) DC Public Schools – Digital Communications Manager – $98k-$111k

25) Edelman PR – Senior Account Supervisor, Public & Government Affairs – $80k-$120k

26) Fairfax County Board of Supervisors – Communications Staff Aide – $60k-$80k – apply by July 24

27-29) FINRA – see also main career page

30) Foundation for Research on Equal Opportunity – Development Associate – $55k-$60k – search managed by Talent Market 

32) FTI Consulting – Senior Consultant, Strategic Communications – $80k-$119k – technology focus – DC, New York or Chicago

32-33) Galvanize USA – see also main career page 

34) Georgetown University – Associate Director of Communications, Business School – $47k-$87k

35) George Washington University – Sustainability Engagement Associate – $61k-$79k

36) Guttmacher Institute – Communications Assistant – $53k-$59k – DC or New York

37) Indian American Impact – Political & Organizing Director (pdf) – $90k-$120k – see also main career page 

38) Internal Revenue Service – Supervisory Public Affairs Specialist – $143k-$197k – apply by July 14 

39) Keeper Strategies – Executive Assistant & Development Coordinator – search managed by Big Fish 

40) League of United Latin American Citizens – Research & Policy Coordinator – $70k – fluency in Spanish required – apply by July 23

41) Maryland Zoo – Director of Advertising & Digital Media – $75k-$80k – Baltimore, MD – see also main career page 

42) Mystery employer w/ connection to the Jesuit faith – Marketing & Content Coordinator – $35/hr – search managed by ELCARO 

43) Mystery global investment & transformation firm – Event Planner – search managed by 24 Seven 

44) Mystery mission-driven organization – Social Media Specialist – $25-$28/hr – search managed by the Addison Group 

45-46) Navy Federal Credit Union – see also main career page

47) Oceana – Communications Associate – $50k-$55k – see also main career page  

48-49) PCI Federal – see also main career page

50) Pew Charitable Trusts – Director of Communications, Government Performance – $162k-$181k

51) Rothe – Multimedia Communications Coordinator supporting NASA – see also main career page 

52) Samsung Semiconductor – Director, Federal Government Relations – $182k-$290k – see also main career page 

53) Signal Group – Director, Public Affairs – $90k-$120k – see also main career page 

54) Signature Theatre – Social Media Manager (scroll to find) – mid-high $50k-low $60k

55) State Futures – Director of Policy (pdf) – $125k-$165k – apply by July 31

56) University of Virginia – Communications Manager – $65k-$72k – focus on student-led public service efforts & the Public Service Pathways initiative – Charlottesville, Va. – apply by July 27

57-59) USO – see also main career page

60) Virginia Tech – Communications Coordinator, Institute for Advanced Computing – part-time – up to $20/hr – apply by July 15 

61) Vision 350 Partners – Director of Strategic Communications – $85k-$120k – see also main career page 

62-63) WETA (scroll to find)

64) Wounded Warrior Project – Senior Advocacy Communications Specialist – $78k-$98k

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Thursday, July 9, 2026

Entrerprise, Energy, Strength & Security

We keep rolling along. Enjoy the jobs & the less-scorchy weather.

1) The Supreme Court has shared this very fresh Public Services Assistant role suited for candidates with 1-2 years of experience in a busy office environment and the ability possess the ability to engage with the public and press using tact & diplomacy – $63k-$101k – July 22 application deadline noted, but we expect this to hit the early closure threshold quickly, so get to it!

2) Our friends at the Center for Science in the Public Interest are recruiting for a Policy Associate/Senior Policy Associate with 5+ years of professional lobbying, legislative, or policy experience & knowledge of the appropriations process – $60k-$75k – apply by July 17; subject to early closure – see also main career page 

3) Defenders of Wildlife is seeking a Government Relations Coordinator with 1-2 years’ relevant experience and the ability to understand & communicate about complex federal environmental policy issues and the federal legislative and administrative process – $28-$31/hr – see also main career page 

4) The Bulwark is seeking a Producer to helm three of their largest-reach podcasts – $80k-$100k –4-6 years of experience in digital media production, with a track record of owning operational and distribution workflows, plus a deep understanding of video, social & audio platforms and what drives engagement desired.

5) ALS Association – Manager, Advocacy Engagement & Mobilization – $70k-$80k – see also main career page 

6-7) American Enterprise Institute

8-9) American Institute of Architects – see also main career page

10-11) American University

12) Avoq – Senior Vice President, Public Affairs – $215k – DC or New York – see also main career page 

13) Booz Allen – Senior Strategic Communications & Public Affairs Specialist supporting a U.S. Navy office – Secret clearance required

14) The Brand Guild – Senior Public Relations Manager – $80k-$90k – see also main career page 

15) Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids – Director of State Advocacy, Overdose Prevention Initiative – $118l-$152k

16-20) Capitol Hill

21) City of Rockville – Community Engagement Manager – $90k-$149k – apply by Aug. 7

22-23) D.C. Department of Human Services

24) D.C. Public Schools – Deputy Chief, Communications – $154k-$162k

25) Georgetown University – Events & Office Coordinator supporting the Berkley Center for Religion, Peace & World Affairs – $44k-$73k

26) George Washington University – Communications Specialist, School of Public Health – $66k-$90k

27) Gilead Sciences – Senior Director, Federal Drug Pricing Policy – $221k-$286k

28-29) Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine – see also main career page

30-31) Heritage Foundation

32) Hologic – Director, Government Affairs – $163k-$250k

33) International Monetary Fund – Senior Communications Officer – Middle East & North Africa focus

34) Johns Hopkins University – Associate Director, Financial Aid Communications – $80k – Baltimore, MD

35) Mainspring Energy – Director/Senior Director of Federal Affairs – $171k-$216k – see also main career page 

36) Mercy Corps – Major Gifts Officer – $64k-$76k – remote-based – see also main career page 

37) Network of Enlightened Women – Social Media Associate – remote-based – search managed by Talent Market

38) Nexstar Media Group – Content Producer – $75k-$80k

39) Purple Strategies – Senior Manager, Strategy & Engagement – Alexandria, Va. or Chicago – see also main career page 

40-42) Resources for the Future (scroll to find) – see also main career page

43-44) RH Strategic – see also main career page

45) Share Our Strength – Associate, Community Engagement – $65k-$75k

46) Schneider Electric – Public Policy Coordinator & PAC Administrator 

47-49) Siemens Energy – see also main career page

50) University of Maryland – Communications Lead, Division of Information Technology – $93k-$112k – apply by July 28

51-52) U.S.-China Economic & Security Review Commission – see also main career page

53) U.S. Pharmacopeial Convention – External Engagement Associate – $87k-$104k

54) Youth Villages – Federal Policy Associate/Specialist – see also main career page 

55) … and finally: join Kyrou, Dybantsa, Tuch, et al as one of Monumental Sports & Entertainment’s major offseason acquisitions as Coordinator, External Affairs; your $55k-$60k pay grade won’t push anyone over the salary cap, we hope.

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