Drawing a Blank

We're once again pressed for a clever or apt title. But the jobs seem alright.

Thursday a.m. update: Bipartisan lobbying/comms group Lot Sixteen shared this fresh Communications Director post with us this morning, so we decided to add it to the mix now – $80k-$120k – 4-6 years agency, company, association, Hill or campaign communications experience desired – see also main career page.

1) Our friends at the Partnership for Public Service are recruiting for a Manager, Public Policy & Stakeholder Engagement with 5+ years’ experience working in policy-relevant roles & institutions along with a background conducting policy research & producing written products such as briefs, issue analyses, explainers, etc. – $75k-$95k – see also main career page 

2-3) The Pivot Group has let us know they are recruiting for additional 2026 campaign cycle roles – fully remote – see also main career page

• Account Executive – $6,630/mo – 4+ years of experience with politics, organizing, advocacy, or labor unions is required; this may include internships, volunteer roles, and other relevant experience. 
• Account Representative – $6,200/mo – 2+ years (or 2 full cycles) experience with politics, organizing, advocacy etc. required; as with above, intern/volunteer experience may count.

4) Aflac – Director, Advocacy & Public Policy – $190k-$250k – apply by May 31 

5) Air Line Pilots Association – Communication Specialist – $80k-$115k

6) American Health Care Association/National Center for Assisted Living – Manager of Political Affairs – $85k-$95k – see also main career page 

7 ) American Medical Informatics Association – Vice President, Marketing & Communications – $100k-$160k

8) Americans United for the Separation of Church & State – Managing Policy Counsel – $153k-$181k – JD required – see also main career page 

9) Association of American Medical Colleges – Senior Legislative Analyst – $115k-$136k

10) Association of School Business Officials International – Director of Marketing & Communications 

11-12) The Atlantic

• Senior Art Director – $105k-$135k – DC or New York
• Event Manager – $77k-$90k

13) Blue Energy – Head of Communications – see also main career page 

14) BP – Communications Advisor – $110k-$165k

15) Burson – Account Director, Corporate & Public Affairs – $60k-$140k

16-17) CCS Fundraising – DC or other Atlantic & Southeast states – see also main career page

• Consultant – $60k-$120k
• Faith-Based Fundraising Consultant – $60k-$120k

18-19) Center for American Progress

• Campaigns Associate – $58k-$66k
• Legal Assistant – $52k-$57k

20-23) Center for a New American Security – see also main career page

• Editor – $55k-$90k
• Communications Specialist supporting the National Security Narrative Lab – $55k-$65k
• Project Coordinator, AI Security & Stability Project – $55k-$65k
• Research Assistant/Associate supporting the Transatlantic Security Program – $55k-$65k

24) DC Dept. of Transportation – Public Affairs Specialist – $190k-$141k – apply by June 5

25) Farm Credit Council – Policy Communications Specialist – $68k-$102k

26) GEICO – Manager, Communications Strategy & Execution for Corporate Initiatives – $88k-$157k – Bethesda, MD; New York; Buffalo; Melville, NY; Chicago; Cleveland or Beechwood, OH

27) George Mason University – Manager, Communications & Digital Content Operations – apply by June 12

28) Global Strategy Group – Senior Director, Insights Research – $120k-$135k – see also main career page 

29) Maryland State Education Association – Community Organizer (pdf) – $97k-$146k – Annapolis, MD – see also main career page 

30) Michael Reese Health Trust – Vice President of Communications & Development – $170k-$205k – Chicago, IL

31) Montgomery Housing Partnership – Communications Associate (pdf) – $50k-$65k – see also main career page 

32-35) Mothers Outreach Network

• Chief of Staff – $110k-$115k
• Legislative & Policy Associate – $75k
• Development & Operations Associate – $70k
• Communications Associate – $65k-$70k

36) Nestlé USA – Director, Corporate Affairs & Sustainability 

37-38) Pew Research Center

• Assistant Digital Producer – $61k
• Research Assistant, Science & Society – $59k

39) Peterson Center on Healthcare – Senior Manager, Policy – $115k-$120k – DC or New York

40) POLITICO – Breaking News Reporter – $78k-$90k – location flexible – apply by May 29 

41-42) Rainforest Alliance – DC or New York – see also main career page

• Public Relations & External Engagement Lead – $88k-$130k
• Executive Strategic Publicist – $88k-$130k

43) Share Our Strength – Senior Advocacy Manager – $81k-$87k

44) SNAC International – Membership & Communications Manager (scroll to find) – fka Snack Food Association

45) Smithsonian Institution – Supervisory Public Affairs Specialist/Director – $169k-$197k – apply by June 3 

46) Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. – Policy Analyst supporting the the AUKUS, Submarines, and Industrial Base Group – $110k-$150k – Secret clearance required

47) Teva Pharmaceuticals – Senior Director, Head of US Regulatory Affairs Policy & Intelligence – $248k-$310k

48-49) Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership

• President & Chief Executive Officer – search managed by the Explore Company
• Communications Manager – $75k – Missoula, MT or remote-based in Western U.S.

50) World Wildlife Fund – Senior Philanthropy Writer – $95k-$110k

51) … and finally: yes, this listing for Chief Development Officer for Foundation & Government Giving with the beyond-fancy Metropolitan Museum of Art is 30+ days old – but it was recently re-upped on LinkedIn if that helps – $170k-$200k – New York

Best wishes for an awesome weekend from your favorite™ public affairs jobs resource.

Sixty Seven

We overdid it a bit on the over-the-weekend search.  You probably don't mind.

1) Energetic-sounding public affairs firm Moxie Strategies is seeking a Senior Vice President of Creative with 10+ years of experience leading high stakes, multi-channel campaigns (paid media, digital, video, grassroots), including electoral or advocacy campaign experience – $150k-$175k – Asbury Park, NJ or NYC – search managed by Grossman Solutions 

2-8) Fresh opportunities to be a part of The Lever's journalism holding powerful institutions & individuals to account, per this X message – remote-based, except as otherwise noted

• Executive Editor – $135k-$150k
• Senior Investigative Reporter – $90k-$130k
• Audience Editor – $90k-$110k
• Multimedia Video/Audio Producer – $80k-$95k
• Field Reporter, Video – $70k-$85k – DC-based
• Social Media Producer – $65k-$85k
• Newsletter Fellow – 4-month term – $400/wk

9) 617 Media Group – Vice President – $98k-$110k – DC, Newton, Mass.; New York, Chicago, Los Angeles or San Francisco

10) Agile Defense – Public Relations Associate – see also main career page 

11) Alliance of Community Health Plans – Coordinator, Events & Sponsorship – $55k-$65k

12) Amazon – Communications Manager, Amazon Ads – $126k-$188k – DC, New York or Seattle

13-15) American Clean Power Association – see also main career page

• Vice President, Marketing – $225k-$275k
• Senior Director, Consumer Marketing Campaigns – $155k-$185k
• Director, Corporate Communications – $130k-$155k

16) American College of Radiology – Government Affairs Director – $132k-$186k

17) American Physical Society – Project Coordinator, Marketing & Communication – $58k-$64k – remote-based – see also main career page 

18) American Soybean Association – Director of Government Affairs – $120k-$150k – see also main career page 

19-20) American University

• Associate Director, Principal Gifts – 72k-$78k
• Producer supporting WAMU/1A – temporary role; 6-month term – $75k-$80k

21-25) Artemis ARC – opportunities supporting the National Science Foundation's Office of Legislative & Public Affairs, except as otherwise noted – see also main career page

• Social Media Specialist/Writer
• Copy Editor
• Internal Writer
• Graphic Designer
• Senior Strategic Communications Specialist supporting the Veterans Health Administration's Electronic Health Record Modernization Program

26) Asian Americans Advancing Justice – Digital Engagement Associate – $70k-$85k

27) Associated Press – Elections Explanatory Reporter – $100k-$120k – apply by June 11

28) Bipartisan Policy Center – Senior Policy Analyst, Energy Program – see also main career page 

29) Booz Allen – Strategic Communications Specialist – $76k-$176k – Secret clearance required

30) Brookings Institution – Interns – Fall 2026 - $18/hr – multiple disciplines available – apply by June 13

31) Burson – Vice President, Earned Media – $75k-$180k

32) Capital One – Senior Manager, Card Executive Communications – $149k-$187k – Richmond, Va.

33) Dept. of Defense/Stars & Stripes – Marketing Coordinator – $55k-$60k – apply by June 22

34-36) Edison Electric Institute

• Managing Director, Strategic Partnerships & External Engagement – $190k-$290k
• Director/Senior Director, Digital Content – $130k-$210k
• Manager, State Government Affairs – $80k-$125k

37) FedEx – Communications Advisor – $94k-$156k

38) Foundation for Government Accountability – Strategic Partnerships Associate – $85k-$110k – remote-based; regular travel required, esp. to Florida

39) General Dynamics Information Technology – Senior Principal Communications Specialist – $142k-$172k – Secret clearance required

40) Google – Policy Manager, Copyright/Media & News – $142k-$205k

41-43) Hilton Hotels

• Senior Director, Social/Creator & Community
• Senior Manager, Content Strategy & Performance
• Senior Content Analyst – McLean, Va. or Dallas

44) Human Rights Campaign – Executive Speechwriter – $75k-$114k

45) International Justice Mission – Communications Manager 

46-48) Koniag Government Services – active Secret clearance required for all – see also main career page 

• Senior Policy Analyst – $150k-$160k
• Senior Communications Strategist – $140k-$150k
• Legislative Affairs Specialist – $95k-$115k

49) Lockheed Martin – Senior Staff, Global Media Relations – $106k-$211k – Bethesda, MD; New  York Fort Worth; Grand Prairie, TX;  King of Prussia, PA; Littleton, CO; Marietta, GA; Orlando; Owego, NY; Stratford, CT; or Sunnyvale, CA

50) M+R – Account Exec, Digital Fundraising & Advocacy – $80k

51) Mystery nonprofit – Admin Assistant, Government Affairs – 6-month term – $27-$32/hr – search managed by Beacon Hill 

52) National Association of Counties – Managing Director, Integrated Media & Content – $165k-$190k

53) National Education Association – Education Policy Intern – Fall 2026

54) National Public Radio – Senior Manager, Editorial Communications & Influence – $135k-$165k

55) National Women's Law Center – Development Programs Manager – $90k-$106k

56-57) SEIU

• Communication Program Manager for Arts & Culture – $97k
• Senior Campaign Communications Specialist, National Media – $92k

58-59) Serco

• Public Policy & Strategic Engagement Lead supporting the U.S. Navy – $116k-$189k – Secret clearance required
• Public Relations & Executive Voice Specialist – $86k-$140k

60-61) SKDKnickerbocker

• Video Editor – $110k-$120k – DC or New York
• Public Affairs Associate – $68k – New York

62-63) Versant Media – see also main career page

• Field Producer, CNBC Washington Bureau – $90k-$130k
• Booking Production Assistant, MS NOW – $30-$32/hr

64-65) Washington Post

• Graphics Reporter – contract role through Dec. 2026 – $50k-$65/hr
• America Editor, West – $122k-$204k – remote-based in Mountain or Pacific time-zone – apply by May 31 for priority consideration

66) … and finally: hydrogen-fueled drone manufacturer Heven AeroTech is seeking an Associate Director of Strategic Affairs to serve as the CEO’s DC consigliare & help shape how initiatives, narratives, and engagements will play across DoW, State, Commerce, Energy, OMB, White House, and Congressional policy circles – $110k-$150k – see also main career page 

67) … and finally, part 2: how about jetting off to Dubai/UAE once all the shooting dies down? This Director, Corporate Reputation/Strategic Communications role with FTI Consulting, apparently focused on financial & professional services clients, may be your way in.

Into the Holiday Weekend

We've got a lot of great, fresh opportunities to take you into the holiday weekend. The average salary offered (excluding the handful of hourly rates) clocks in at $128,368. Make one of these paychecks yours.

Summer 2026 starts at 4:00pm on Friday in our book; we hope the 108 days between then and Labor Day are terrific & rewarding for you all.

1) Every Town for Gun Safety is actively recruiting for a digital-savvy Press Secretary with 4+ years of proven communications & media relations experience, including work in a campaign-like environment – bilingual w/ Spanish a plus – $80k-$90k

2) Arnold & Porter is seeking a Senior Policy Specialist with 3+ years of experience in federal legislative or public policy roles, including experience in Congress, the Executive Branch, government relations, trade associations, or related segment – $95k-$185k

3) Future Now is seeking a Director of Digital Fundraising Strategy with st 6+ years of experience in digital communications, marketing, and marketing analytics, including at least two years serving in a leadership capacity – facility using CRM tools & with paid acquisition on Meta also desired – $126k-$146k – remote-based – apply by June 5 – search managed by Grossman Solutions 

4) Global healthcare communications collective Real Chemistry is seeking a Senior Account Manager, Health Policy & Public Affairs with 4+ years’ experience in public relations, communications, and/or public affairs industries; background in healthcare a must – $70k-$85k – New York or Boston preferred; remote-based possible – see also main career page 

5) Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts – Public Information Officer – $169k-$209k – apply by June 1

6) American Academy of Dermatology – Associate Director, Political Engagement – $145k-$160k

7) America’s Credit Unions – Senior Director, Public Affairs – $160k-$170k – see also main career page 

8) Arlington County – Marketing Coordinator, Convention & Visitors Service Division – $71k-$111k – apply today, May 21 

9-10) BBC

• Assistant Editor/Executive Producer, USA – to mid-Jan. 2027 – $165k-$175k – apply by May 31
• Journalist – $72k-$88k – apply by May 26

11) BerlinRosen – Copywriter, Politics – July-Oct. 2026 – $70k – DC or New York – see also main career page 

12-13) British Embassy – Houston, TX

• Policy Advisor, Energy & Climate Team – $80k – apply by June 3
• Political & Communications Officer – $62k – apply by June 3

14) Child Care Aware of America – Senior Vice President of Communications & External Impact Officer – $190k-$225k – remote based

15-16) College Foundation of the University of Virginia – Charlottesville, Va. – searches managed by Diversified Search Group

• Senior Vice President for Development
• Vice President for Donor Engagement & Experience

17) Conservation International – Executive Writer 

18) Council on Foreign Relations – Deputy News Editor – $100k-$110k – DC or New York

19-21) Democratic National Committee

• Director of Strategic Communications & Coalitions Media – $120k
• Media Monitoring Associate – $54k
• more roles available

22) Enterprise Community Partners – Director of Policy Communications – see also main career page 

23) Huntington Ingalls Industries – Corporate Public Relations Representative – see also main career page 

24) Inter-American Dialogue – Reporter/Latin America Advisor – $44k-$48k – fluency in Spanish required – role may be an upgrade from an earlier part-time call (see #32) see also main career page  

25-28) JPMorgan Chase

• Executive Director, Federal Government Relations – $190k-$300k
• Vice President, Federal Government Relations/Digital Payments – $137k-$210k
• Senior Policy Associate, Morgan Health – $115k-$140k
• AI & Data Policy Associate – $85k-$130k – DC or New York

29) Leonardo DRS – Director, Marketing Communications – see also main career page 

30) Library of Congress – Deputy Director, Congressional & Intergovernmental Relations – $169k-$197k – apply by June 4

31-32) Motion Picture Association

• Manager or Director, Communications & Public Affairs – $85k-$95k
• Federal Affairs Intern – Summer 2026

33) Mystery media/publication entity – Marketing Project Manager – part-time – search managed by Creative Circle 

34) Mystery nursing association – Policy Assistant – $57k-$58k – search managed by The Choice Inc. 

35) National Communications Association – Digital Content & Multimedia Specialist (scroll to find) – $70k-$79k

36) National Right to Work Legal Defense Foundation – Communications Associate – search managed by Talent Market 

37-38) ONE Campaign

• Media Relations Manager – $75k-$100k
• ONE Young Professionals Program – 6-month leadership development & advocacy initiative designed to support emerging leaders to engage in U.S.-Africa policy – June-Dec. 2026 – remote-based in select U.S. locations – apply by May 22

39-43) SEIU – see also main career page

• Deputy Director of Communications for Politics & Government Relations – $145k
• Deputy Director of Strategic Outreach – $145k
• Assistant Director of Digital Communications for Organizing – $135k
• Assistant Director of Digital Media & Partnerships – $135k
• Creative Digital Content Storytelling Manager – $104k

44-45) UnitedHealth Group – see also main career page

• Vice President, Media Affairs for Policy & Regulatory – $200k-$343k
• Vice President, Storytelling & Creative Content – $200k-$343k

46) Wall Street Journal – Deputy National Security Editor – $150k-$175k

47) Waxman Strategies – Director, Health Team – $106k-$139k – see also main career page 

48-50) World Wildlife Fund

• Director, Oceans Communications – $120k-$173k
• Development Associate, Annual Giving – $56k-$70k
• Policy & Government Affairs Intern – must be an actively enrolled student & have NOT received degree at Sept. 7, 2026 internship start date

51-55) WUSA/TEGNA – see also main career page

• Reporter/Multi-Skilled Journalist – two posts available – $45-$50/hr
• Senior Producer, Mornings – $38-$42/hr
• Producer – $36k-$40/hr
• Story Desk Editor – $36k-$38k
• Photojournalist – $35-$40/hr

Best wishes for a super-great, appropriately reflective, and less-damp-than expected Memorial Day weekend from your favorite™ public affairs jobs resource. 

Live at El Macambo 1977

Hello Monday! Back to it & having a little fun. Hope you are, too.

1) Judiciary reform stalwart Demand Justice is seeking a Director of Communications with 10+ years of communications experience, including electoral or advocacy campaign-related work – $175k-$185k – search managed by Grossman Solutions 

2-3) Moderate policy advocate Third Way is actively recruiting for these roles – see also main career page

• Senior Policy Advisor, Social Policy – $90k-$100k – deep knowledge of immigration policy & politics required; familiarity with criminal justice issues a plus
• Senior Policy Advisor, Electricity – $90k-$100k – 3+ years of experience in electricity policy, power markets, utility regulatory practice, energy economics, transmission and distribution, or a closely related field sought

4) Abt – Director, Communications & Outreach – $120k-$135k – see also main career page

5) ANCSA Regional Association – Director of Government Affairs (pdf) – see also main career page 

6) Arnold Ventures – Health Care Analyst – $80k-$95k

7-10) Aspen Institute

• Managing Editor supporting the Philosophy & Society Program – $93k-$100k
• Communications Associate supporting the Religion & Society Program – $60k-$68k
• Advancement Coordinator – $55k-$63k
• Senior Associate, Content Marketing & Audience Insights – one-year term – $78k-$80k

11) Audubon Society – Editorial Fellow – July-Dec. 2026 – $20/hr – DC or multiple other locations or remote-based

12) Burson – Vice President, Technology Public Affairs – $75k-$180k

13-19) Capitol Hill

• Midwest Senate Republican – Communications Director
• Senate Health, Education, Labor & Pensions Committee – Policy Advisor/Senior Policy Advisor, K-12 Education – apply by June 1
• Senate Commerce, Science & Transportation Committee, Democratic Staff – Research Assistant – apply by May 22
• Sen. Mark Kelly (D-AZ) – Press Assistant – temporary role; June-Dec. 2026 – $52k – apply by May 22
• find more Senate roles here 
• House of Representatives, Office of the Clerk – Intern – $42k
• here’s the most recent House Employment Bulletin (pdf)

20) Congressional School – Director of Advancement & External Affairs 

21-22) Economic Policy Institute

• Development Director – $145k-$175k
• Research Assistant – $62k-$64k

23) Capital One – Director, Federal Government Relations – $230k-$263k

24-25) Children’s Hospital Association – see also main career page

• Policy & Regulatory Affairs Manager – $94k-$160
• Public Affairs Coordinator – $50k-$91k

26) Democratic Attorneys General Association – Political Partnerships Manager – $68k-$70k – see also main career page 

27-28) Edelman PR

• Senior Account Exec/Associate, Brand – $60k-$77k – DC or New York
• Account Exec, Health - $55k-$68k – DC, New York, Austin, Houston, Chicago or Atlanta

29) Education Writers Association – Executive Director – $165k-$175k – remote-based – search managed by Chaloner 

30-31) Ford’s Theater

• Associate Director of Individual Giving – $80k-$90k
• Corporate Relations Manager – $55k-$65k

32) George Mason University – Public Policy Manager supporting the National Security Institute – apply by May 20 

33) KME.digital – Social Media Associate – see also main career page 

34) Modern Technology Solutions Inc. – Senior Legislative & Strategic Integration Advisor supporting the Dept. of War – Secret clearance required – see also main career page 

35) Mystery international development foundation – Development + Communications Specialist – $25-$28/hr – search managed by Careers in Nonprofits 

36) Navy Federal Credit Union – Marketing Communications Writer 

37) NBC News – Newsroom Coordinator – $65k-$85k

38) Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press – Chief of Staff or Interim Chief of Staff – $156k-$170k

39) Sea Machines – Director of Communications – see also main career page 

40) Southwest Airlines – Admin Assistant, Government Affairs – $52k-$58k plus a pretty robust benefit package – apply by May 24

41-43) University of Virginia – Charlottesville, Va.

• Executive Director of Communications, UVA Health Development – $150k-$180k
• Public Relations Specialist, UVA Health – $65k
• Athletics Communication Intern – Aug. 2026-May 2027 – $16/hr

44) University of Maryland – Program Director for Volunteer Advocacy & Engagement – $119k-$125k – apply by May 29 

45-46) U.S. Global Leadership Association

• Deputy Director of Government Relations – $90k-$120k
• Events Assistant – $40k-$45k

47-48) USO – see also main career page

• Government Relations & External Affairs Specialist
• Policy Engagement and Advocacy Manager

49) Weber Shandwick – Senior Project Manager – $90k-$110k

50) … and finally – we always like to highlight opportunities at one of the loveliest workplaces in town: Hillwood Estate & Museum is looking for a Marketing & Communications Associate with 1-2 years’ experience working on marketing campaigns, preferably in a museum, educational, or nonprofit setting – $60k

51) … and finally, part 2: we’ll note this fresh & well-compensated ($92k-$132k) Executive Assistant, Government Affairs role with Spotify among the "... and finally" listings so we can share that we are listening to the Rolling Stones Live at El Macambo, 1977 on the app while wrapping up this set today, and it’s just terrific.

52) … and finally, part 3: freemium online game provider VGW is seeking a Senior Manager, Government & Industry Affairs Operations with 8+ plus years of experience in government affairs, public policy, lobbying operations, regulatory affairs, or a related field in support of time-wasters like Chumba Casino, Global Poker LuckyLand Slots, Monopoly Match, etc. – your payout is in the $200k-$230k range

Don't Tell DOGE

Hello Fr!day job-searchers! We found a few more Federal government jobs than usual when we poked around USAjobs.gov for few minutes, so maybe that's a good sign. And the SEC is opening up the wallet! Maybe just keep it to yourselves & don't poke the bear. 

We're a work-in-progress today; check back later for more. Update: all done.

1) American Cancer Society – Director, Federal Advocacy Communications – $130k-$150k

2) Booz Allen – Communications Strategy Planning & Policy Support Specialist – appears to be in support of the USMC

3-4) Catholic University

• Director, Government & Community Relations
• Director, Strategic Giving & Special Initiatives

5) Commonwealth Cyber Initiative – Director of Outreach – $120k – apply by May 29 

6) Darkstar Group – Junior Public Affairs Officer – Secret clearance required

7) DC Dept. of Employment Services – Writer/Editor – $65k-$85k – apply by May 18 

8) DC Dept. of Health – Public Health Analyst – $92k-$118k – apply by May 22

9) Dept. of Education – Public Affairs Specialist – $70k-$91k – apply by May 20; subject to early closure

10-11) GIFFORDS – see also main career page

• State Legislative Manager – $71k-$77k
• Associate Director for State Policy – $128k-$141k – remote-based

12) Greenberg Traurig – Legislative Assistant – $28-$35/hr – transportation issues focus

13) Library of Congress – Public Affairs Specialist supporting the National Library Service for the Blind & Print Disabled – $70k-$91k – apply by May 27

14) National Museum of Women & the Arts – Brand & Marketing Communications Intern and Advancement Intern – Sept.-Dec. 2026 – $18/hr

15) New Civil Liberties Alliance – Social Media Manager – search managed by Talent Market 

16) Office of the Director of National Intelligence – Legislative Liaison Officer – $121k-$158k – apply by May 20; subject to early closure

17-18) Securities & Exchange Commission

• Social Media Manager – $153k-$259k – apply by May 18
• Photographer – $133k-$225k – apply by May 18

19) State Dept. – Public Affairs Specialist – $121k-$158 – Mandarin Chinese language skills required – apply by May 19 

20) University of Alaska – Assistant Director of Federal Relations – $68k-$117k (based on our reading of this schedule (pdf) at grade 81 – DC-based – apply by June 22

21) Washington Post – Senior Events Producer – $85k-$127k

22) Alliance for Aging Research – Public Policy Manager – $65k-$68k – apply by June 5

23) Association of Professional Schools of International Affairs – Communications & Engagement Coordinator – $37k-$58k – apply by May 22

24-25) Blue Water Baltimore – Baltimore, MD, of course – see also main career page

• Development Manager – $65k-$70k – apply by May 31
• Communications Manager – $55k-$60k – apply by May 31

26) Center for Food Safety – Legislative & Policy Coordinator – JD required – $75k-$95k

27) Defense Commissary Agency – Strategic Planning & Communications Specialist – $11k-$144k – Fort Lee, Va. – apply by May 18 

28-29) Families USA

• Senior Policy Advisor, Insurance Markets & Regulation – $155k-$170k
• Senior Policy Analyst – $85k-$95k

30) Friends Committee for National Legislation – Legislative Director for Foreign Policy – $115k-$130k – apply by May 29 – see also main career page 

31) George Mason University – Associate Director of Development/Major Gifts Officer – low $90k – apply by May 25

32) Georgetown University – Assistant Director of Athletics Communications – $41k-$65k

33) HBSC – Public Affairs Senior Associate – see also main career page 

34-35) Johns Hopkins University

• Senior Director of Marketing, Brand & Digital Strategy for the School of Government & Policy – $85-$164k – DC-based
• Digital Marketing Manager, School of Engineering – $73k-$128k – Baltimore, MD

36) Prince George’s County Dept. of Parks & Recreation – Media Specialist – seasonal position – $25-$30/hr – Greenbelt, MD – apply by June 2

37) Reproductive Freedom for All – Senior Vice President of Campaigns & Advocacy – $210k-$270k

38) Ripple Effect – Policy/Legislative Specialist supporting the Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency – $92k-$106k

39) SEMI – Senior Manager, Global Compliance & Public Policy – $148k-$172k – see also main career page 

40) Strategy – Vice President/Director, Government Affairs & Public Policy 

41-42) U.S. Telecom – see also main career page

• Director of Communications
• Senior Policy Director

Best wishes for a fantastic weekend from your favorite™ public affairs jobs resource.    

Newsier & Aquarium-er than Usual

Thursday update: now new post today. We'll be back Friday or Monday. Just super super busy.

Monday's set is 24% opportunities with media outlets and 6% in the aquarium/zoo sector; the math is easy when you have 50 listings. Super-busy, so this might be it for the week.

1) The Consumer Healthcare Products Association has shared this Media Relations Manager post suited for candidates with 3+ years of experience in media relations, public affairs, or political communications – $95k-$105k – see also main career page 

2) Our friends at the Izaak Walton League of America are casting for a Conservation Director (pdf) with 8-10 years of senior level experience in legislative, public policy & advocacy fields, along with demonstrated knowledge of conservation, public land, fish & wildlife, and outdoor recreation issues – $110k-$120k – apply by May 31 – see also main career page 

3-4) Penn Quarter Partners has passed these roles along

• Manager, Public Affairs – 3-5 years of relevant public affairs & communications required, as well as exposure to public health, biopharmaceutical sector, alliance development, and consulting work
• Senior Associate, Digital Media & Paid Strategy – 2-4 years’ experience in digital media buying, paid advertising, or media planning desired

5-6) ABC News

• Senior Reporter – $185k-$248k
• Desk Assistant – $25/hr

7) American University – Events Coordinator, School of Public Affairs – $24-$26/hr

8-9) Association of Zoos & Aquariums

• Director, Federal Affairs – $76k – appropriations focus
• Director, Federal Affairs – $76k – conservation focus

10-11) The Atlantic

• Staff Writer – $175k-$250k
• Copy Editor – $69k-$80k

12) Catholic Diocese of Arlington – Capital Campaign Coordinator 

13-16) Center for American Progress

• Vice President, Early Childhood Policy – $120k-$168k
• Vice President, Higher Education & Workforce Policy – $120k-$168k
• Vice President, K-12 Education Policy – $120k-$168k
• Associate Director, Partnerships – $85k-$92k

17) Crowell & Moring – Communications Manager – $100k-$150k

18) Federal Trade Commission – Public Affairs Specialist – $143k-$187k – apply by May 20

19-20) Federation of American Hospitals – see also main career page

• Director, Public Affairs – $115k-$170k
• Director, Policy – $110k-$190k – insurance & coverage issues focus

21-22) FleishmanHillard

• Senior Vice President, Executive Impact – $110k-$225k
• Social & Digital Intern – Summer 2026 – $18/hr

23-24) Fox News

• Senior Editorial Producer, FOX Business – $128k-$149k
• Digital Content Creator, WTTG/WDCA – $90k-$94k – described as nightside Monday-Friday shift role

25) FTI Consulting – Managing Director, Public Affairs/Strategic Communications – $209k-$361k – retail & consumer products focus

26) General Dynamics – Senior External Communications Specialist – $93k-$100k

27) GE Vernova –Government Affairs Director – $176k-$293k – apply by May 17 

28-30) Heritage Foundation

• Young Leaders Program Manager – $70k-$100k
• Social Media Manager – $68k-$82k
• Video Production Manager – $68k-$82k

31) Ketchum – Senior Account Exec, Corporate Reputation – $70k-$80k
DC, New York, Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, Raleigh or San Francisco

32) Montgomery Village – Communications & Marketing Manager – $80k-$90k

33) National Electrical Manufacturers Association – Senior Vice President, Government Affairs (scroll to find)

34) National Aquarium – Public Relations Manager – $58k-$71k – Baltimore, MD

35) Pew Charitable Trusts – Data & Policy Officer, Courts & Communications – $110k-$123k

36) Pew Research Center – Assistant Digital Producer – 9-month term – $60k

37) PLUS Communications – Graphic Designer – see also main career page 

38-41) POLITICO

• White House Reporter
• Deputy Editor, Congress
• Senior Brand Content Producer supporting POLITICO Focus
• Reporting Intern and Audio/Video Intern – Fall 2026 – $23/hr – apply by June 8

42) Savvee Inc. – Media Relations Analyst 

43) Sierra Club – Deputy Press Secretary – temporary post; NTE 6 months – $80k

44) United Food & Commercial Workers – Deputy Legislative Director – $105k-$122k

45) United Nations Foundation – Intern supporting the U.S. Climate Alliance – May-Aug 2026 – $18-$20/hr

46-47) Washington Times

• Politics Reporter – $65k-$100k
• Social Media Coordinator – $55k-$65k

48) Weber Shandwick – Vice President, Client Experience – $119k-$155k

49-50) … and finally, join our friends at the British Embassy’s LA outpost for opportunities related to the 2028 Olympics out there:

• Chief of Staff, LA2028 – two-year term – $87k – Los Angeles, CA – apply by May 17
• Admin Support, LA2028 – two-year term – $26/hr – Los Angeles, CA – apply by May 17

May the Search be with You

Wednesday update: No new post slated for Thursday or Friday. Here's an early look at a few we'll be sharing in more detail Monday:

Consumer Healthcare Products Association – Media Relations Manager – $95k-$105k

Penn Quarter Partners

• Manager, Public Affairs
• Senior Associate, Digital Media & Paid Strategy

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Happy Star Wars Day for those who celebrate, especially Lego enthusiasts.

1) The Bulwark is recruiting for a Producer to support a trio of podcasts and, in a larger sense, their journalism in defense of American democracy – $80k-$100k – 4-6 years of experience in digital media production & a strong understanding of video, social, and audio platforms desired.

2) Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts – Deputy Legislative Affairs Officer – $204k-$226k – apply by May 11

3-4) American Association for Justice – see also main career page

• Policy Counsel – $82k-$100k – JD required
• Communications Coordinator – $51k-$64k

5) Brady Center to Prevent Gun Violence – Events Manager – $64k-$90k

6) British Embassy – Senior Defence Congressional Advisor – $109k – apply by May 15

7) Constellation Energy – Senior Manager, Federal Government Affairs – $172k-$192k

8) Data Quality Campaign – Associate/Senior Associate, Policy & Advocacy – $70k-$85k – apply by May 13

9) Edelman PR – Assistant Account Exec, Health – $40k-$52k – DC or New York

10) Friends Committee on National Legislation – Advocacy Teams Organizer – $61k-$65k

11-13) Georgetown University

• Policy & Research Associate supporting the GU Initiative on Innovation, Development & Evaluation – $47k-$87k
• Administration & Communications Associate supporting the Center for Innovations in Community Safety – $47k-$87k – apply by May 14
• Assistant Director of Stewardship, Law Center – $44k-$73k

14-15) Heritage Foundation

• Assistant to the Vice President, Development – $55k-$60k
• Donor Stewardship Coordinator – $55k-$60k

16-18) ICF

• Strategic Communications Specialist – $89k-$151k
• Senior Copywriter – contract-award contingent role – $89k-$152k
• multiple editorial/graphic/creative roles (scroll to find) that are award-contingent also recently added

19) International Fund for Animal Welfare – Manager, Media & Communications Analytics – $68k-$85k – DC or Yarmouth, MA

20) Issue One – Strategic Communications Manager – $70k-$80k – apply today, May 4 – see also main career page 

21) Lockheed-Martin – Senior Manager, Government Affairs Communications – Secret clearance required

22) National Association of Manufacturers – Digital Content Editor – $74k-$84k

23-24) National Alliance of Caregiving (scroll to find)

• Vice President of Policy & Advocacy – $120k-$130k
• Director, Corporate & Foundation Relations – $95k-$105k

25) Nature Conservancy – External Affairs Associate – $60k-$63k – remote-based in Ohio

26) New America – Data & Policy Analyst supporting the Education Funding Equity Initiative – $70k-$90k

27-28) Phi Beta Kappa Society – see also main career page

• Editorial & Digital Content Manager – $60k-$65k
• Digital Communications Assistant – $50k-$55k

29) Reinsurance Association of America – Assistant Director, Federal Affairs – $120k-$135k – search managed by the HR Team 

30) Scott Circle Communications – Intern – $22/hr

31-33) Semafor – see also main career page

• Director of Communications – four month contract with potential to extend – $70k-$90k – DC or New York
• Director, Events & Live Journalism – $120k-$140k
• Editorial Event Producer – $50/hr – DC or New York

34-35) Stratolaunch – see also main career page

• Employer Brand Content Specialist – DC or Mojave, CA
• Government Relations Intern – Summer 2026

36) Tatitlek Corp. – Social Media Specialist supporting OSAC 

37) Trust for America’s Health – Senior Public Affairs Manager – $110k-$130k

38) University of Virginia – Public Relations Specialist or Manager supporting the Batten School of Leadership & Public Policy – $60k-$70k – Charlottesville, Va.

30) Young Voices – Editor – $60k-$70k – DC or New York – search managed by Talent Market 

40) Washington Post – Local Education Reporter – $97k-$162k – apply by May 15

Fine Jobs of All Sorts

Hello Thursday job-viewers! Let's get into it!

1-2) The Elizabeth Dole Foundation has passed along opportunities to be a part of their terrific work supporting military & veteran caregivers – see also main career page

• Director of Marketing (pdf) – $85k-$100k – 7–10 years of progressive marketing experience required, along with a proven track record across a broad range of disciplines such as brand management,
• creative direction, digital marketing, and email & cause marketing.
• Development Coordinator (pdf) – $48k-$52k – 1-2 years’ experience in a professional office environment, nonprofit, or event/hospitality management setting required; background in fundraising/development preferred.

3-4) Affiliated Sante Group – see also main career page

• Outreach & Communications Manager – $70k-$80k – bilingual w/ Spanish preferred
• Director of Development – $90k-$95k

5) Alzheimer’s Association – Fundraising Manager supporting the Walk to End Alzheimer’s – $70k-$75k

6) Amazon – Public Policy Manager – $138k-$187k

7-9) American Enterprise Institute

• Research & Editorial Assistant supporting AEIdeas – $50k-$54k
• Research Assistant, Health Policy Studies – $50k-$54k
• Research Assistant, Foreign & Defense Policy/US Foreign Policy – $50k-$54k

10) American Farm Bureau Federation – Communications Assistant – $50k-$55k – see also main career page 

11) American University – Communications & Design Specialist supporting the Advancing College Teaching for Student Success National Center – part-time – $34/hr

12) Booz Allen – Strategic Communications Specialist – $76k-$176k – Secret clearance required – Aberdeen Proving Ground/Adelphi, MD

13-15) Bloomberg Industry Group

• White House & Politics Editor/Team Lead
• Legislative Analyst
• Junior Capitol Hill Reporter

16) CBS News – Producer, CBS Mornings – $100k-$132k

17) CNA Corp. – Assistant Communications Strategist – see also main career page 

18) Constellis – Social Media Specialist – see also main career page 

19) DC Dept. of Youth Rehabilitation Services – Public Information Officer – $114k-$160k – apply by May 3 

20) Dept. of the Treasury – Legislative Advisor – $169k-$197k – apply by May 12

21) Exelon – Communications Manager – $104k-$143k – DC, Baltimore, Chicago, Philadelphia or Lutherville-Timonium, MD

22-23) George Washington University

• Director of Development, College of Arts & Sciences – $120k-$169k
• Associate Director, Donor Relations – $72k-$99k

24-28) Johns Hopkins University – Baltimore, MD except as otherwise noted

• Senior Communications & Marketing Manager supporting the Bloomberg Center for Public Innovation – $78k-$132k
• Editorial Director, University Communications – $85k-$149k
• Alumni Class Notes Editor – part-time – $25/hr
• Communications Specialist, Dept. of Internal Medicine – part-time – $22-$38/hr – remote-based

29) MUFG Bank – Director, Government Relations – $207k-$254k – see also main career page 

30) National Academies of Science/Engineering/Medicine – Communications Specialist supporting the Transportation Research Board – $70k-$88k

31) National Credit Union Administration – Writer/Editor – $133k-$209k – apply by May 6 

32) National Endowment for Democracy – Public Engagement Officer – $64k-$116k – see also main career page

33-34) Pew Charitable Trusts

• Manager, State Campaigns supporting the Energy Modernization Project – $129k-$144k
• Data & Policy Officer supporting Courts & Communities – $110k-$123k

35-36) Pew Research Center 

• Director, Audience – $175k-$200k – focus on building out social strategy and audience data & content strategy capabilities
• Senior Communications & Donor Stewardship Manager – $104k

37-41) Smithsonian Institution

• Writer/Editor, National Air & Space Museum – $102k-$133k – apply by May 12
• Public Affairs Specialist, National Museum of African American History & Culture – $70k-$80k – apply by May 20
• Director, Office of Special Events & Protocol – $169k-$191k – apply by May 8
• Supervisory Gift Officer, National Museum of Asian Art – $121k-$150k – apply by June 5
• Gift Officer, Museum of Natural History – $102k-$133k – apply by May 4

42) University of Virginia – Associate/Senior Associate Director of Development, School of Medicine – $80k-$105K – Charlottesville, Va. – apply by May 4 

43-44) Washington Post

• Political Enterprise Reporter – $137k-$228k – apply by May 12
• Associate Editorial Producer – $85k-$127k

45) Waymo – Communications Manager, Federal Policy – $168k-$207k

46) … and finally: your Washington Nationals just put out the call for a part-time Associate, Baseball Communications to join the roster into Oct. 2026 – perhaps your $18/hr pay grade will be supplemented by the occasional hot dog from the press box spread – see also main career page

 Best wishes for a lovely & refreshing weekend from your favorite™ public affairs jobs resource.