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.   

60 to Jumpstart Your Search

We're jobmaxxing this Monday morning to turbo-boost your search like a sketchy energy drink. Speaking of which, here's a recent taste-ranking from Wired.

1) The Council for Higher Education Accreditation is in search mode for a Senior Director of Federal Policy & Government Relations with 7+ years of experience with federal higher education policy, legislative affairs, or government relations – $150k-$160k

2) The Children’s Opportunity Alliance is seeking a Communications Manager with 5+ years of professional experience in marketing communications and facility with graphics, social media, content management & email marketing tools – $65k-$90k – see also main career page 

3) The Lafayette Company, a political communications firm focused on supporting clients in the center-right & conservative policy and political communities, is seeking a Senior Director of Media Relations with 6–9 years of national media relations experience & an established, active Rolodex of media contacts across print, digital, and broadcast – $120k-$135k – Old Town Alexandria location

4-7) RH Strategic has let us know they’re actively recruiting for these – see also main career page

• Media Relations Lead – $95k-$120k – top-tier media relations experience with a recent and strong track record of securing high-impact, top-tier placements required
• Policy Communications Lead – $95k-$120k –  7–10 years of public affairs, media relations or communications experience required
• Public Relations Senior Associate – $80k-$95k – 4-6 years of PR or communications experience required, including at least 2 years in an agency setting
• Talent Acquisition Professional – $80k-$100k – 4+ years of experience in a recruiting role required

8) The Virginia Institute for Public Policy is seeking a Manager of Education Initiatives to drive policy and legislative strategy, manage coalitions, and engage policymakers to advance education freedom initiatives – 4+ years of relevant experience desired – remote based; Richmond area preferred – search managed by Talent Market  

9) Abbott – Government Relations Specialist – $50k-$101k

10) Aerospace Industries Association – Manager, Content & Communications – $65k-$73k – see also main career page 

11) American Farm Bureau Federation – Managing Director, Advocacy & Political Affairs – $150k-$180k – see also main career page 

12) American Humane Society – Vice President, Marketing – to $200k – see also main career page 

13) American Society of Civil Engineers – Government Relations Intern – Summer 2026 – $20-$25/hr – apply by May 3 

14-15) American University

• Digital Content Creator, Business School – $30-$34/hr
• Assistant Director of Development, College of Arts & Sciences

16) The Atlantic – Assistant Editor – $69k-$75k – science, technology & health focus

17) Bank of New York Mellon Corp. – Director, Corporate Communications – DC or New York

18) Capital One – Manager, Public Affairs – $134k-$153k

19) CBS News – Broadcast Associate/Correspondent Assistant – $45k-$50k

20-24) Capitol Hill

• Sen. Brian Schatz (D-HI) – Legislative Assistant – $80k-$95k – judiciary & economy focus
• Midwest Senate Republican – Legislative Correspondent
• Sen. Mark Warner (D-Va.) – Press Intern – Summer 2026 – apply by May 7
• more Senate roles available
• subscribe to House Employment Bulletin – here’s the latest edition (pdf)

25-28) Center for American Progress

• Director, Broadcast Communications – $92k-$110k
• Associate Director, Conservation Policy – $77k-$92k
• Executive Affairs Coordinator – $65k-$78k
• Research Associate, Conservation Policy – $58k-$66k

29) CNN – Reporter/Producer, White House – $63k-$117k

30) DC Dept. of Licensing & Consumer Protection – Legislative Affairs Specialist – $93k-$119k – apply by May 3 

31) Edelman PR – Account Exec, Digital Health – $50k-$70k

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

33) Embassy of Canada – Protocol & Events Assistant – $70k – apply by May 5

34) Executive Leadership Council – Strategic Marketing & Communications Engagement Coordinator Intern – Summer 2026 – $20/hr

35) Fox News – Desk Assistant – $23-$27/hr

36) FTI Consulting – Director, Public Affairs/Industrials – $102k-$173k

37) League of United Latin American Citizens – Senior Editorial Producer – $80k-$90k – apply by May 8 – see also main career page 

38) Heritage Foundation – Senior Editor, Donor Communications – $110k-$140k

39) Mystery employer – Video Producer – $38-$43/hr – search managed by Cella 

40-46) National Geographic Society –see also main career page

• Vice President, Crisis Communications & PR – $247k-$260k
• Vice President, Integrated Brand Marketing – $228k-$240k
• Vice President, Campaign Engagement & Stewardship – $209k-$220k
• Senior Director, Brand – $185k-$195k
• Donor & Partner Relations Specialist – $61k-$65k
• Social Media Community Engagement Coordinator – $25-$26/hr
• Campaign Engagement & Stewardship Coordinator – $25-$26/hr

47) Netflix – Senior Manager, U.S. Federal Affairs – $325k-$515k – see also main career page 

48) Northop Grumman – Associate Public Relations Representative – Falls Church, Va. or Linthicum, MD

49) Optimize Consulting – Copywriter – $55k-$75k – fundraising focus – remote-based – search managed by Big Fish 

50-52) Sensis

• Account Exec – $45k-$50k
• Social Media Manager – $52k-$55k – bilingual w/ French required – Bethesda or Atlanta – role updated to full-time from listing in our Apr. 12 set (#43)
• Digital Media Intern – $17/hr – Bethesda, Austin or Glendale, CA

53-55) POLITICO

• Deputy Editor, Energy & Environment/Congress
• National Politics Reporter
• Senior Staff Writer, POLITICO Magazine

56) University of Maryland – Social Media Coordinator supporting the Universities at Shady Grove – apply by May 4

57) Urban One/Radio One – Vice President, Brand Visibility & Communications – $160k-$195k – see also main career page 

58) Washington Post – Senior Editorial Producer, Opinions – $97k-$162k

59) … and finally: the City of Alexandria is seeking a part-time Public Art Coordinator with an academic background urban planning, architecture, landscape architecture, arts administration, public administration, or related field; experience working with Committees, Boards, or Commissions: and an upbeat attitude – $26-$35/hr – apply by May 3 – this has to be a fit for at least one of you folks, right?

60) … and finally, part 2: this DC-based Executive Director, Federal Relations role with University of Arizona dates from mid-February, but it popped up as posted in the last 7 days on Indeed, so perhaps there’s still some life to this one – $117k-$188k – see also main career page

Law, Analysis, Consulting & Chaos

Back for more. Nothing special to report. We'd sure like all the wars & conflicts to stop or at least start to wind down, though.

1) The International Law Institute is seeking a Project and Growth Administrator with 3+ years of relevant project management experience; background working with donor funded projects preferred – $65k – note: mouse over bottom of description to find arrow to move to second page; we found it to be a little tricky – see also main career page 

2) Advanced Medical Technology Association – Program Associate, Government & Public Affairs – $58k-$65k – see also main career page 

3-4) American Near East Refugee Aid (scroll to find)

• Gift Officer – $80k-$95k – remote-based on East Coast
• Development Assistant – $55k-$88k

5) The Asia Group – Associate Vice President/Vice President, Energy – $100k-$110k – see also main career page 

6) Center Forward – Outreach & Engagement Coordinator – $55k-$65k

7) Center for European Policy Analysis – Program Officer/Senior Program Officer, Communications – see also main career page 

8-9) Center for Investigative Reporting/Mother Jones/Reveal

• Digital Producer – $85k-$100k – apply by May 12
• Digital Engagement Fellow – $27/hr – DC, New York or San Francisco – apply by May 12

10) Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services – Deputy Director, Office of Legislation – $151k-$228k – apply by May 5

11-13) Children’s Hospital Association – see also main career page

• Senior Director of Policy & Regulatory Affairs – $185k$215k – search managed by Witt-Kieffer
• Director of Coalition Strategy – $110k-$170k
• Digital Communications Specialist – $75k-$137k

14) Collaborative Solutions for Communities – Marketing & Communications Manager – see also main career page

15) Deloitte – Senior Communications Team Lead 

16-17) Emily’s List – see also main career page

• Federal & Gubernatorial Regional Director – campaign cycle role through Dec. 2026 – $98k-$122k
• Communications Research Coordinator – $61k

18) Fannie Mae – Internal Communications Manager – $123k-$161k

19-20) FTI Consulting

• Public Affairs Consultant, Healthcare & Life Sciences – $68k-$91k
• Crisis Communications Consultant, Cybersecurity & Data Privacy – $68k-$91k – DC, New York or Chicago

21) George Washington University – Senior Research Assistant supporting the Hirsh Health Law and Policy Program – $18-$27/hr

22-23) Global Business Alliance

• Manager, Government Affairs
• Communications Intern and State Government Affairs Intern – $18/hr – terms vary

24-27) Gnostech – Secret clearance required – see also main career page

• Senior Strategic Communications Specialist 
• Strategic Communications Specialist
• Senior Congressional Support Analyst
• Congressional Support Analyst

28) High Lantern Group – Senior Associate, Policy & Communications Strategy (scroll down) – $70k-$80k – DC, New York or Philadelphia

29) Inter-American Development Bank – Social Media Content Creator Consultant – apply by Apr. 25 

30) International Life Sciences Institute – Communications Manager – $75k-$95k

32) Manhattan Institute – Economic Policy Fellow – $80k-$120k – DC or New York

32) Maryland Association of CPAs – Director of Government Affairs – $85k-$115k

33) National Press Foundation – President & CEO – $140k-$150k – apply by May 3

) National Stone, Gravel & Sand Association – Manager, Advocacy Engagement (pdf) – $65k-$75k – see also main career page 

34) Oceana – Federal Policy Manager – $74k-$78k – apply by May 11

35) Office of the Director of National Intelligence – Media Relations Officer – $102k-$133k – apply by May 6; subject to early closure

36-39) Parkinson’s Foundation

• Senior Director, Public Policy Communications – $110k-$130k – apply by May 4
• Director, Federal Public Policy & Government Relations – $85k-$100k – apply by May 4
• Director, State Public Policy and Government Relations – $85k-$100k – remote-based – apply by May 4
• Manager, Fundraising Events – $65k-$70k

40) USO – Policy Engagement & Advocacy Manager – see also main career page 

41-42) Vital Voices Global Partnership – see also main career page

• Director, Communications & Marketing – $11k-$154k
• Network Communications Specialist – $64k-$85k

43) Vox Global – Vice President, Public Affairs – $115k-$155k

44) … and finally: this Marketing Specialist, Government role with architecture mainstay HKS is a little out of the usual wheelhouse here, but we think some you might have the 5+ years of marketing experience & other skills they’re looking for – $72k-$115k – DC, Richmond, Raleigh or Dallas

45-46) … and finally, part 2: CHAOS, an aggressively named defense company working to deliver domain dominance, seeks to bolster their DC operations with these roles – see also main career page:

• Federal Lobbyist, House – $180k-$250k
• Federal Lobbyist, Senate – $180k-$250k

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

We're Putting You in Charge of the Holodeck

Welcome back to your job-seek week! Make it a great one. 

1-2) Forbes-Tate Partners is actively recruiting for these roles:

• Vice President, Public Affairs – $110k-$153k –10+ years of industry specific experience in issue or political campaigns, communications, or public affairs required; agency background preferred
• Account Exec, Public Affairs – $57k-$67k - 2-4+ years of relevant experience and proficiency with social media & design tools desired

3) Progressive communications firm Feldman Strategies is seeking a full-time Communications Fellow for the 2026 election cycle, preferably May-Nov. 2026 – $20/hr – media-savvy plus passion for communications & politics desired – apply by Apr. 22

4) American Battlefield Trust – Communications Associate – $55k-$63k

5) Americans for Responsible Innovation – Policy Communications Manager – $115k-$135k – apply by May 8

6) Amtrak – Social Media Manager – $132k-$146k

7) APCO Worldwide – Senior Consultant, Crisis Management & Litigation Communications – $70k-$90k – DC, New York or Chicago

8) Bristol Myers Squibb – Director, Trade Policy Lead & Trade Association Engagement – $206k-$249k

9) British Embassy – Private Secretary to Minister Defence/Director USA – $87k – position is only open to UK passport holders who also currently hold US/UK dual nationality, green cards, A visas, or EADs – apply by Apr. 30

10-13) Capitol Hill

• Sen. Eric Schmitt (R-MO) – Press Secretary
• Sen. Elissa Slotkin (D-MI) – Speechwriter – $75k-$100k
• Midwest Senate Republican – Communications Director
• Sen. Mazie Hirono (D-HI) – Deputy Scheduler – apply by Apr. 30

14) Center for Food Safety – Legislative & Policy Coordinator – $75k-$95k – JD required – see also main career page 

15) Edelman PR – Senior Media Supervisor, Health – $80k-$120k – DC, New York, Chicago, Dallas, Houston or Austin

16) Events DC – Director of Marketing – see also main career page 

17) Fairfax County Board of Supervisors – Staff Aide to Supervisor Kathy Smith – $60k – apply by May 1

18) FHI 360 – Technical Officer, Social Media supporting their National Institute for Work & Learning hub -part-time through Aug. 2026 – $60k-$68k – apply by Apr. 21 

19) FTI Consulting – Senior Consultant, Public Affairs – $80k-$119k – focus on industrial sector clients

20) Fox News – Associate Producer – $67k-$75k

21-22) Foundation for the National Institutes of Health – see also main career page

• Strategic Alliances Officer – $100k-$120k
• Meetings & Events Planner – $90k-$100k

23-24) gmmb – campaign cycle roles through Nov. 2026 – see also main career page

• Assistant Account Executive, Analytics – $50k-$60k
• Digital Account Exec/Assistant Account Exec – $50k-$70k

25) Heritage Foundation – three Major Gift Officer (scroll to find) roles recently added – $120k-$160k

26) Inter-American Development Bank – Communications Consultant – apply by Apr. 23 

27-28) JPMorgan Chase

• Vice President, Media Relations – $123k-$185k
• Vice President, Federal Government Relations/Digital Payments – $137k-$210k

29) Milken Institute – Director, Policy supporting FasterCures – $150k-$175k – see also main career page & scroll down to 56 for one more here

30-31) Mother’s Outreach Network – see also main career page

• Legislative & Policy Associate – $75k
• Legislative Associate – temporary role

32) National Association of Attorneys General – Content Production Specialist – $60k-$65k

33) National Minority Supplier Development Council – Director, Marketing & Communications – $120k-$130k

34) New America – Program Manager supporting the Imagining the Future of Government initiative – part-time – $100-$125/hr – apply by Apr. 26

35) N Street Village – Digital Communications Associate – $55k-$57k – see also main career page

36) Parsons – Federal Defense Lead, Government Relations – $157k-$283k

37) Patent & Trademark Office – Web Communications Strategist – $121k-$158k – apply by Apr. 29; subject to early closure

38) Share Our Strength – Senior Manager, State Government Relations – $81k-$87k – DC-based preferred

39) Siemens Healthineers – State Policy Analyst, Government Affairs & Health Policy – $109k-$151k

40) Town of Riverdale Park, MD – Communications Manager – $75k-$80k – see also main career page 

41) United Nations Foundation – Communications Intern and Federal/External Affairs Intern supporting the U.S. Climate Alliance – late-May to mid-Aug. 2026 – $18-$20/hr

42) University of Virginia – Project Associate, Corporate & Foundation Relations – $55k-$60k – Charlottesville, Va. – apply by Apr. 21

43) Urban Land Institute – Marketing & Communications Manager – $79k-$85k – apply by May 15

44-53) Washington Post

• Long-Term Investigations Editor – $137k-$228k – apply by Apr. 26
• Defense Technology Reporter – $137k-$228k – apply by Apr. 30
• Political Enterprise Reporter, Money & Power – $137k-$228k – apply by Apr. 30
• Rapid-Response Investigations Editor – $122k-$228k – apply by Apr. 26
• Style Politics Reporter – $97k-$162k – apply by Apr. 30
• Senior Editorial Producer supporting WP Live – $97k-$162k
• Local Criminal Justice Reporter – $97k-$162k – apply by Apr. 30
• National Sports Reporter – $97k-$162k – apply by Apr. 30
• Photo Assignment Editor – $92k-$138k – apply by Apr. 30
• Media Booker – contract role 

54) World Wildlife Fund – Associate Specialist, Climate Communications – $53k-$66k

55) … and finally: Any weather nerds in the DCPA+CJ community should check out this Weekend Editor role supporting CNN’s weather programming – $51k-$96k – 5+ years of digital reporting & editing experience desired, including fast-moving breaking news, in extreme weather, climate, science or a related space – sounds awesome – DC, New York, Atlanta, Chicago or Burbank, CA

56) … and finally, part 2: Think you've got what it takes to run a holodeck? Roles with Space Force, Star Fleet, or a Bezos/Elon-led orbital enterprise appear unavailable in that department, but the Milken Institute has beamed out a fresh call for a Holodeck Host at the helm of this immersive technology with their Center for the American Dream – $20-$25/hr; weekend work required

57) … and finally, part 3: Join the Washington Commanders list of un-drafted free agent signees as Manager, Community Relations – $70k-$80k – College Park, MD location

Must Love Dogs; Not Hate Reno

Hello Thursday, gateway to the weekend & font to some terrific jobs. Go wild.

1) The American Institute for Economic Research is recruiting for a Manager of Public Affairs with 3+ years of experience in public affairs, government relations, legislative staff work, or policy roles – $85k-$110k – search managed by Talent Market 

2-3) Fresh opportunities from the office of Sen. Chris Van Hollen (D-MD):

• Press Secretary – previous Capitol Hill, campaign, or similar communications/press experience required
• Videographer –proficiency with video/lighting equipment, audio recording, and Adobe Creative Suite are musts

4) Booz Allen has passed along this Events Specialist role at their McLean outpost – $62k-$141k – 4+ years of experience in event planning, including external trade shows or industry events required, along w/ a background supporting events for technology, product, or B2B organizations.

5) The Data Center Coalition is seeking a Director of Texas Government Affairs with a background in legislative advocacy, including working directly with or in local and/or state government in Texas – remote-based in Austin

6-9) AFL-CIO – see also main career page

• National Press Secretary & Senior Writer – $120k – civil rights focus
• National Press Secretary & Senior Writer – $120k – political/policy focus
• Press Secretary – $108k
• State & Local Legislative Policy Analyst – $108k

10) Airbus – Senior Communications Manager – Herndon, Va. or Wichita, KS – apply by May 1

11) Amazon – US Policy Communications Specialist – $76k-$134k

12) America Forward – Advocacy Director – see also main career page 

13) American Cleaning Institute – Senior Vice President, Advocacy – $285k-$300k – search managed by Staffing Advisors 

14-15) American Enterprise Institute

• Communications Assistant, Economic Policy Studies – $50k-$54k
• Research Assistant, Social, Cultural, & Constitutional Studies – $50k-$54k – literature & culture focus

16) American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees – Legislative Affairs Specialist – $87k-$154k

17-18) Anthropic – see also main career page

• Political Programs Manager – $230k
• Policy Planning & Operations Professional – $230k

19-21) Bristol-Myers Squibb – DC or Princeton, NJ

• Director, International Policy Analytics – $206k-$249k
• Director, US Policy Analytics – $206k-$249k
• Associate Director, US Policy Analytics – $182k-$220k

22) Center for Economic & Policy Research – Director of Development (scroll to find) – $87k-$130k

23-25) Council on Foreign Relations

• Foreign Affairs Communications Manager – $82k-$88k – DC or New York
• Program Coordinator, Government Affairs – $63k-$67k
• Research Associate, Middle East Studies – $55k-$58k – proficiency in Hebrew desired

26) ExxonMobil – Media Relations Advisor – $130k-$300k

27) DKT International – Development & Communications Manager – $75k-$85k – see also main career page 

28) George Mason University – Assistant Director of Annual Giving, Next Generation Philanthropy – apply by Apr. 20 

29) Georgetown University – Director of Stewardship & Strategic Communications, GUMC Advancement – $66k-$126k

30) Health Management Academy – Senior Associate, Health Policy & Communications – $90k-$95k – see also main career page

31) HII – Corporate Public Relations Representative – see also main career page 

32) International Association of Machinists & Aerospace Workers – Assistant Communications Director – $180k – Upper Marlboro, MD – apply by Apr. 17 

33) Intuit – Principal Communications Manager – $168k-$259k – DC, San Diego or Mountain View, CA

34) Johns Hopkins University – Leadership Briefings Writer – $90k – Baltimore, MD

35) MetLife – Policy Analyst – $89k-$119k

36) Mystery nonprofit in the healthcare & medical publishing space – Marketing & Communications Specialist – part-time – $25-$30/hr – search managed by the Addison Group 

37-38) National Association of REALTORS

• Advocacy Social Media Manager – $100k-$130k
• Office Manager, Legal Affairs – $90k-$110k

39) National Governors Association – State-Federal Affairs Director – $125k-$250k – see also main career page 

40) National Indian Health Board – Policy Analyst (pdf) – $75k-$95k – see also main career page 

41-42) Roosevelt Institute

• Managing Director, Government Relations – $161k-$175k – apply by Apr. 30
• Chief Development Officer – $230k-$270k – DC or New York – apply by Apr. 20

43) Smithsonian Institution – Assistant Director of Online Engagement & Fundraising – $143k-$187k – apply by Apr. 24

44) Susan G. Komen Foundation – Senior Director, Content & Creative – $110k-$142k – remote-based – see also main career page 

45) United Food & Commercial Workers – Creative Lead – $66k-$84k

46) … and finally: Do you have 10+ years in senior leadership roles within veterinary medicine, animal welfare, or service dog programs, ideally in complex, multi-site environments – along w/ openness to calling Reno, Nevada your workday home?  If so, the super-terrific Chief Canine Officer job title can be all yours in the service of Liberty Dogs. Sounds great to us– search managed by Sterling Martin

Best wishes for a fan-bleeping-tastic weekend from your favorite™ public affairs jobs resource. 

Busy Busy Busy

It's a Summer-weather-preview Monday, and we're as busy as we can be. Enjoy the jobs.

1) Policy Link aspires to help transform our democracy and economy, closing the chasm between those for whom this nation has always worked and those who have yet to reap its benefits. They seek a Senior Campaign Director with 10+ years of experience in communications and campaigns, with a record of delivering large-scale change & measurable outcomes – $170k-$190k – remote-based – search managed by Chaloner 

2-6) The Bulwark is seeking a Rapid Response Associate to help produce & distribute political journalism across multiple platforms – $60k-$75k – deemed entry level; experience with journalism–whether that’s writing for a school newspaper or a journalism degree–is deemed a plus – they’ve also let us know they’re seeking to fill these roles, some of which are outside our usual focus here:

• Head of Growth & Marketing – $200k-$240k
• Creative Director – $160k-$190k
• Controller – $120k-$160k
• Accountant – $60k-$80k

7) The Pew Charitable Trusts has left us know they are still actively recruiting for this Principal Communications Associate, U.S. Environment post suited for candidates with 6+ years of direct experience in media relations and strategic communications experience; background in public policy or campaigns preferred – $78k-$87k

8) Adult Congenital Heart Association – Digital Marketing Specialist (pdf) – $50k-$60k – Columbia, MD – see also main career page 

9-10) American Bridge 21st Century – 2026 campaign cycle roles – see also main career page

• Content Writer – $75k
• Rapid Response Senior Digital Associate – $65k

11-12) American University

• Assistant Vice President, Alumni Relations & Engagement – $185k-$210k
• Marketing Coordinator, Office of Enrollment – $30-$32/hr

13-15) Center for American Progress 

• Associate Director, Health Policy – $77k-$92k
• Director of Polling – $100k-$110k
• Senior Analyst – $70k-$84k

16-18) College of William & Mary – Willamsburg, Va.

• Assistant Director for Government Affairs
• Assistant Director of Content Strategy & Digital Communications
• Social Media Specialist

19-20) Congressional Black Caucus Foundation – see also main career page

• Vice President, Marketing and Communications
• Vice President, Strategic Events

21) DC Bar Association – Associate Manager, Communications & Marketing – $78k-$90k 

22) DC Dept. of Human Services – Senior Policy & Program Advisor – $127k-$177k – apply by Apr. 21

23) DC Office of Human Rights – Public Affairs Specialist – $93k-$119k – apply by Apr. 17 

24) Edelman PR – Account Exec, Financial Services Communications – $65k-$75k – DC, New York or Chicago

25) FleishmanHillard – Research Director, Insights + Analytics supporting their True Global Intelligence group – $71k-$125k – DC, New York, Atlanta, Austin, Boston, Charlotte, Chicago, Los Angeles, San Francisco, or St. Louis

26) General Dynamics IT – Principal Communications Specialist supporting the F-35 Lightning II Joint Program Office – Secret clearance required

27) Hillel International – Senior Vice President, Marketing & Communications – $220k-$250k – remote-based; Eastern or Central time zone preferred – search managed by Sandler Search 

28) Human Rights Watch – Senior Manager, Communications – $88k-$96k – apply by Apr. 24

29) Leidos – Communications & Engagement Specialist, Defense Sector – $52k-$94k – Secret clearance required

30) Medallia – Senior Corporate Communications Manager – $142k-$200k – see also main career page 

31) Mystery DC law firm – Media Relations Coordinator – $58k – search managed by the Ford Agency 

32) Mystery employer – Marketing Communications Associate – contract/temporary – $29-$34/hr – search managed by Robert Half 

33) Mystery (yet well-known) employer – Graphic Designer – $40-$45/hr – search managed by Sparks Group

34-38) National Association Counties – see also main career page

• Director of Policy & Operations, Government Affairs – $100k
• Digital Content Creator – $70k-$85k
• Content Coordinator – $70k-$80k
• Corporate Relations Coordinator – $65k-$70k
• Events Coordinator – $65k-$70k

39) National Highway Traffic Safety Administration – Supervisory Public Affairs Specialist – $169k-$197k – apply by Apr. 20

40) National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association – Manager, Advocacy Engagement (pdf) - $65k-$75k – see also main career page 

41-42) Petersen Center on Healthcare – see also main career page

• Senior Policy Manager – $115k-$120k – DC or New York
• Associate Director, Communications – $130k-$145k – New York

43) Sensis – Social Media Coordinator – part-time – $25-$33/hr – bilingual w/ French required – Bethesday, MD or Atlanta

44) Sierra Club – Deputy Press Secretary – temporary role lasting no longer than 6 months – $80k – see also main career page 

45-46) POLITICO

• Editorial Director, Newsroom Engineering
• Senior Director of Marketing supporting POLITICO Live

47-48) Potomac School – see also main career page

• Assistant Director of Digital Communications
• Director of Annual Giving

49) Schneider Electric – Communications Manager, Government Relations & Public Affairs – $142k-$213k

50) Squared Communications – Press Secretary/Senior Account Exec (scroll to find)

51) United Nations Foundation – Director, Communications and Partnerships supporting Family Planning 2030 – $103k-$134k

52) Waabi – Senior Manager, Federal Policy & Public Affairs – $200k-$250k – autonomous transportation technology company – see also main career page 

53) Weber Shandwick – Account Director, Social Impact & Public Affairs – $95k-$125k

Golf, Jobs, Beer

Hello Thursday & hello 2026 Masters! We won't let you forget we called it for Sergio 9 years ago here.

1) The New Media Firm is seeking a Digital Media Buyer with 2+ years of professional experience & some knowledge of digital advertising (programmatic, OTT, and/or social) – $55k-$60k -search managed by Grossman Solutions 

2-4) Lautman Maska Neill & Company has let us know they are actively recruiting for these (scroll to find):

• Account Coordinator – $52k-$55k – 1-2 years’ experience working in fundraising and/or direct marketing desired
• Production Manager, Direct Mail – $65k-$70k – 4+ years’ experience handling multiple projects with tight deadlines from beginning to end sought
• Digital Account Director – $115k-$120k – 7 to 10 years’ experience in a direct response setting required, including a background in staff supervision.

5) EMPath, a nonprofit focused on elevating families out of poverty, seeks a Manager of Data & Program Evaluation with 3-5 years of experience in program evaluation, applied data analysis, or a closely related role, as well as proficiency in R or Python —$85k-$89k – Boston, MA – see also main career page 

6) Amazon – PR Specialist, Worldwide Sustainability – $76k-$134k

7) American Association for the Advancement of Science – Annual Giving Coordinator – $58k-$62k – apply by Apr. 27

8) American Association of University Professors – Political Director (scroll to find) – $120k-$200k – apply by Apr. 16

9) Association for Career & Technical Education – Media & Advocacy Coordinator – $55k-$60k

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

11) Brookings Institution – Director, Individual Giving – $123k-$144k

13-14) Capitol Hill

• Sen. Elissa Slotkin (D-MI) – Digital Director/Manager – $70k-$90k
• Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-NM) – Press Assistant – $64k – apply by Apr. 24
• Senate Sergeant at Arms – Digital Graphic Designer

15) Change.org – Director of Conservative Content – $195k-$230k – remote-based

16) CLASP – Communications Manager – $85k-$128k – Portuguese, Spanish, and/or French fluency preferred – global appliance efficiency & climate organization – see also main career page 

17-18) Claremont Institute – searches managed by Talent Market

• Communications Director – $100k-$115k – DC; Westlake, TX; Claremont, CA or remote-based
• Digital Communications Manager – $60k-$80k – DC; Westlake, TX; Upland, CA or remote-based

19) Dept. of Energy/Bonneville Power Administration – Media Relations & Writing Specialist – $114k-$149k – Portland, OR  – apply by Apr. 12 

20) DLA Piper – Transportation Specialist – $78k-$104k

21) Exxon – Plastics Issues & Advocacy Advisor – $202k-$232k

22-23) Families USA

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

24) Georgetown University – Internal Communications Manager – $47k-$87k

25) Kellen – Director, Regulatory Affairs – food/nutrition focus – DC or Chicago

26) Mystery PR agency – PR Account Director or Manager – climate tech focus – remote-based – search managed by Paradigm Staffing

27) National Council of Nonprofits – Public Policy Analyst/Senior Public Policy Analyst – $93k-$129k – search managed by NonProfitHR 

28) National Restaurant Association – State Affairs Manager, East 

29) Nestlé – Director, Global Public Affairs – supporting their Nestlé Waters & Premium Beverages unit

30) Nonprofit Resources – Graphic Design & Marketing Coordinator – $24-$29/hr – remote-based – see also main career page 

31) New York Times – Audience Editor – $120k-$135k – DC-based

32-33) Palo Alto Networks 

• Public Policy & Government Affairs Manager
• Executive & External Communications Manager – public sector/policy focus

34) Pew Charitable Trusts – Vice President, Environment – $290k-$310k – search managed by On-Ramps 

35-37) Prevent Cancer Foundation (scroll to find)

• Events & Advocacy Coordinator – $45-$50
• Major Gifts Officer – $80k-$100k
• Director, Special Events – $85k-$95k

38) Represent Women – Communications Fellowship – $25/hr – see also main career page 

39-40) Reflection – AI company – see also main career page

• Federal Affairs Lead
• Product Policy Lead – DC, New York or San Francisco

41) Reproductive Freedom for All – Senior Director of Communications – $165k-$205k

42) SEEC – Director of Communications & Development – see also main career page 

43) Semafor – Executive Producer, Audio & Video – $150k-$175k – New York

44) SpaceX – Government Affairs Manager, National Security – $110k-$145k

45) U.S. Attorney's Office for DC – Public Affairs Specialist – $102k-$133k – apply by Apr. 10 

46) WSSC Water – Government Affairs Manager – $108k-$183k

47) … and finally: parlay your not-good photography skillset into 10-day Photographer assignment for Icelandair, where you’ll demonstrate that Iceland is so captivating that it looks fantastic even through the less-adeptly wielded lens – $50k – apply by Apr. 30 – read more about it here

Best wishes for a lovely Spring weekend from your favorite™ public affairs jobs resource. Amp up the fun at the DC Beer Fest at National Park on Saturday showcasing a lot of really great local and regional beers. So many terrific breweries there; we'd suggest making early stops at Elder Pine & Burley Oak taps if you can!

Gaming, Conservation, Sanctuary & Trust

Hello Monday job-scrollers! Cracking 60 again with a lot of terrific opportunities to change your setting or even your life. Happy searching.

1) 340B Health – Senior Vice President, Government Relations – $225k-$330k – see also main career page 

2) Airbus – Communications Manager – apply by Apr. 17 – see also main career page 

3) Aluminum Association – Vice President, Government Relations & International Programs 

4) American Gaming Association – Manager, Government Relations (scroll to find) – $70k-$90k

5) American University – Major Gift Officer, WAMU – $90k-$110k

6) America's Blood Centers – Communications & Marketing Manager 

7) Association for Molecular Biology – Director of Public Policy & Advocacy (pdf) – $145k-$160k – see also main career page 

8) The Atlantic – MBA Media Fellow – Summer 2026 – $27-$33/hr – for individuals currently pursuing an MBA degree; focus of role is to help The Atlantic think clearly & act deliberately about artificial intelligence – DC or New York – apply by Apr. 20

9) Autoimmune Association – Grassroots Advocacy Coordinator (scroll to find) – apply by Apr. 20

10-11) BRG Communications – see also main career page

• Director, Healthcare
• Manager

12) CorpsAfrica – Director of Communications – $100k-$125k – DC or Nairobi, Kenya – search managed by Bonsai Leadership Group 

13) DC Bar Association – Associate Manager, Communications & Marketing – $78k-$90k

14) DC Dept. of Human Services – Policy Analyst – $93k-$119k – apply by Apr. 11 

15) DC Dept. of Motor Vehicles – Public Information Officer – $114k-$160k – apply by Apr. 13

16-18) DCI Group

• Director of Strategic Alliances – $120k-$140k – search managed by Big Fish
• Account Exec, Strategic Alliances – $70k-$80k
• Account Exec, Media Affairs – $70k-$80k

19) Edelman PR – Senior Account Exec, Health – $60k-$80k – DC, New York, Chicago or Atlanta

20) Edison Electric Institute – Public Affairs Manager 

21) FleishmanHillard – Account Supervisor, Public Affairs – $61k-$94k

22-23) Fox News

• Producer, FOX News@Night – DC or Los Angeles – $83k-$104k
• Associate Producer, FOX News Live – $67k-$75k

24) Future of Life Institute – U.S. Policy Team Member – two posts available – $85k-$195k – AI issues focus – apply by Apr. 9 – see also main career page

25-26) George Mason University

• Special Advisor for Public Policy & Community Impact – part-time – apply by Apr. 17
• Writer, University Advancement – part-time – apply by Apr. 20

27) Google – Communications Manager, Policy & Legal – $171k-$248k – DC, New York or Seattle

28) Impact Justice – Communications Associate – $70k – DC, Los Angeles or Oakland – see also main career page 

29) Institute of Internal Auditors – Director, Public Sector & U.S. State Advocacy – $130k-$150k

30) Intuit – Principal Communications Manager – $168k-$259k – DC, San Diego or Mountain View, CA

31) League of Conservation Voters – Senior Director, Organizing Programs & Advocacy – $121k-$168k – remote-based – apply by Apr. 16

32) Leidos – Senior Communications & Marketing Manager, Health & Services – $105k-$190k

33-34) Modivcare – see also main career page

• Vice President, Government, Regulatory & Public Affairs – $202k-$283k – DC or Denver
• Vice President, Corporate Reputation & Communications – $202k-$283k – Denver

35-36) Movement Labs – see also main career page

• Digital Associate, Grassroots Program supporting Contest Every Race – $70k-$75k – apply by Apr. 10 for priority consideration
• Principal Engagement Manager – $95k-$105k – fundraising focus – apply by Apr. 15 for priority consideration

37) Mystery Montgomery County Council Member – Communications Director – $62k-$86k

38-40) National Marine Sanctuary Foundation – see also main career page

• Communications Coordinator – $58k-$60k
• Digital Marketing Manager – $66k-$74k
• Marketing Manager – $62k-$67k

41) National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration – Supervisory Public Affairs Specialist – two posts available – $121k-$187k – apply by Apr. 9 

42) Office of the Director of National Intelligence – Public Outreach Officer – $102k-$133k – apply by Apr. 17; subject to early closure

43) Pipeline Safety Trust – Federal Policy Advisor (pdf) – $81k-$122k – apply by Apr. 24 – see also main career page

44-46) ProPublica – see also main career page

• Washington Reporter – $140k-$180k
• Washington Reporter, Defense – $135k-$165k
• Local Reporting Network Fellows – one-year term – $80k – apply by May 1 for cohort starting July 1

47-48) Public Citizen – see also main career page

• Litigation Communications Officer – $74k-$121k
• Strategic Communications Manager – $67k-$121k

49-50) Public Justice (scroll to find)

• Director of Principal Giving – $120k-$150k – apply by Apr. 10
• Social Media & Digital Content Associate – $67k-$72k – apply by Apr. 30

51) United Nations Foundation – Senior Policy Advisor supporting the U.S. Climate Alliance – $110k-$120k

52) U.S. Agency for International Development – Public Affairs Specialist – $121k-$158k – apply by Apr. 8 

53) U.S. Geospatial Intelligence Foundation – Marketing & Communications Coordinator (pdf) – $58k-$63k – apply by Apr. 13 – see also main career page 

54) U.S. Green Building Council – Senior Vice President, Marketing & Communications – $220k-$250k – see also main career page 

55-56) VHC Health – see also main career page

• Director of Corporate & Foundation Relations
• Director, Annual Giving & Development Communications

57-61) Washington Post

• DC Regional Editor – $122k-$204k – apply by Apr. 8
• Immigration Reporter – $137k-$228k – apply by Apr. 15
• Senior Editorial Producer – $97k-$162k
• Arts & Government Reporter – $97k-$162k – apply by Apr. 15
• Opinions Social Media Editor – $87k-$123k

62-63) Wounded Warrior Project

• Vice President, Communications – $190k-$215k – DC, New York, Jacksonville, Tampa, San Antonio,  Houston, Nashville, Pittsburgh, Chicago or Fayetteville, NC
• Senior Government & Community Relations Event Planning Specialist – $78k-$98k