Monday, August 10, 2026

Some Great Jobs for You

It's Monday & we're back to it.

1) Fusion power pioneer Helion is recruiting for a Manager of Multistate Public Affairs with 7+ years of experience in government affairs, public affairs, policy, or stakeholder engagement & proven ability working across multiple states or at the national level with policy, regulatory, or political audiences – $150k-$180k – DC or Everett, WA – see also main career page

2) The Trust for the National Mall is seeking a Communications Coordinator with 2-3+ years' experience in social media, graphic design, communications, marketing and brand management; knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, particularly InDesign and Photoshop, highly valued – $55k-$60k – see also main career page 

3) The American College of Gastroenterology has shared this new Social Media & Community Manager role suited for candidates with 5-7 years of communications experience, including in social media management; background in in health/science communications a plus – more about AGC here 

4-6) DC-based public affairs and marketing firm CLYDE has let us know they are hiring for these junior- to mid-level positions – see also main career page

7) The Partnership for Public Service is seeking an Associate, Public Policy & Stakeholder Engagement with 1-2 years of relevant experience, along with project management skills and ability to organize tasks, track deadlines & follow through on assigned work with minimal oversight – $52k-$54k – see also main career page 

8) Per the comments, we see that the American Federation of Government Employees is seeking a Digital Communications Specialist (pdf) with 3+ years of video production & post-production experience and demonstrated understanding of storytelling, design, and editorial processes, along with as the ability to integrate them with high production value – $85k-$133k – see also main career page 

9) American Flood CoalitionSenior State Policy Associate – $77k-$99k

10) America's Essential HospitalsDirector of Health Policy – $165k-$195k – see also main career page

11) American Institutes for ResearchResearch Associate, Education Systems & Policy – $33-$40/hr – Arlington, Va., Chapel Hill, NC; Austin, Chicago or Sacramento

12) Center for Climate & Energy SolutionsEvents Manager – $82k-$103k

13) Chicago Council on Global AffairsSenior Editor/Writer, Executive & Editorial Communications – $150k-$180k – Chicago, IL – see also main career page; other fresh roles available

14) Conservation InternationalDirector of Social Media – $105k-$115k – see also main career page 

15) Georgetown UniversityEvents Coordinator supporting the Institute for Women, Peace & Security – $44k-$73k

16) Global Business AllianceSenior Director, Communications & Media Relations – $135k-$150k – see also main career page 

17-18) HNTB Corp. – Arlington or Glen Allen, Va. – see also main career page

19-20) Independent Community Bankers of America – see also main career page

21) Internal Revenue ServiceFederal Register Liaison – $70k-$111k – apply by Aug. 12 

22) Issue OneDigital Content Manager – $70k-$80k

23) Leidos Senior Communications Specialist supporting their Intel Sector Analysis Solutions Business Area– $105k-$190k – Secret clearance required

24-25) Mamatoto Village – see also main career page

26) MastercardManager, Government Affairs & Policy – $159k-$254k

27) MedalliaSocial Media Manager – $111k-$17k – see also main career page 

28) Montgomery County Public SchoolsCommunications Specialist, Social Media Marketing – $34-$60/hr – apply by Aug. 13 

29) Monumental SportsCommunications Coordinator, Basketball/Wizards – $55k-$60k

30-31) Netflix

32-33) Pew Research Center

34) Seafarers International UnionSocial Media Coordinator – $45k-$60k

35) Southern Poverty Law CenterDeputy Director, Digital Fundraising & Advertising – $115k – DC, Atlanta or Montgomery

36) StatesideLegislative Issue Manager – $58k-$62k – see also main career page 

37) SpaceXSenior Satellite Policy Manager – $125k-$180k

38) Taxpayers Protection AllianceDirector, Federal Affairs & Coalitions 

39) United Food & Commercial WorkersSenior Political Coordinator – $66k-$85k – DC, Little Falls, NJ or Media, PA

40) Washington PostDeputy Editor, National – $174k-$243k – apply by Aug. 23

41) Wounded Warrior ProjectSenior Government Affairs Associate – $90k-$112k

42) … and finally: the Office of Hawaiian Affairs is seeking a Washington DC Bureau Chief (scroll way down to find) with 8+ years of experience in federal policy, legislative affairs, governmental relations, or regulatory advocacy & demonstrated background working with Congress and/or federal agencies – $102k-$130k – a possible catch for DC-area aspirants: employment is subject to a residency requirement which is determined by domicile and intent to maintain Hawaii as one’s permanent home, regardless of duty location.

43) … and finally, part 2: the British Embassy is recruiting for a Social Secretary & Residence Director to provide leadership, direction and oversight across the Embassy's social engagement, visits, events and Residence operations functions – $119k – apply by Aug. 27 – fantastic!

Thursday, August 6, 2026

Festival Season 2026

A DCPA+CJ tradition since 2015! Here's your 2026 rundown of Oktoberfests, county fairs, oyster showcases, BBQ bashes, and other festivals/happenings that brighten the Fall season – with our earliest starting point yet. We'll also highlight these events at the end of Thursday/Friday posts. Shoot us an email for any we've missed or mis-linked, and we'll continue to expand the list throughout the season – so definitely check back.

Get out there and have some fun – but please don't drink & drive!

Port to Port Beer Festival – Port City Brewing, Alexandria, Va. – Aug. 8
Shipgarten 4 Year Anniversary Party – Tyson’s Corner, Va. – Aug. 8
Taste of Leesburg – Leesburg, Va. – Aug. 8
BBQ & Bluegrass – Breaux Vinyards, Purcellville Va. – Aug. 8
80th Annual Howard County Fair – West Friendship, MD – Aug. 8-15 

Clarke County Fair – Berryville, Va. – Aug. 9-16 
Arlington County Fair – Arlington, Va. – Aug. 12-16
10th Annual Crabfest – Upperville, Va. – Aug. 14
Montgomery County Agricultural Fair – Gaithersburg, MD – Aug. 14-22
Del Ray Bands & Brews Bar Crawl – Alexandria, Va. – Aug. 15
Coastal Craft Beer Festival – Virginia Beach – Aug. 15
Panda Fest (Asian food festival) – 6th St. & Pennsylvania Ave. NW – Aug. 15-16 

Norfolk Waterfront Jazz Festival – Norfolk, Va. – Aug. 21-22
Pancakes & Bourbon Festival – Williamsburg, Va. – Aug. 22
Asia in a Bite Food Festival – Tingey Plaza/Navy Yard DC – Aug. 22-23
C&O Canal Days – Williamsport, MD – Aug. 22-23 – see also FB page

Maryland State Fair – State Fairgrounds/Timonium, MD – Thursdays-thru-Sundays, Aug. 27-Sept. 13
Around the World Cultural Food Festival – Old Town Alexandria, Va. – Aug. 29
Aslin Bikes & Beers – Herndon, Va. – Aug. 29
Washington Chinese Culture Festival – 3rd & Pennsylvania Ave NW – Aug. 29
Ocean City Seafood Festival – Ocean City, MD – Aug. 29
Celebrate Mount Airy – Mount Airy, MD – Aug. 29

80th National Hard Crab Derby – Crisfield, MD – Sept. 3-6
Front Porch Festival – Stuart, Va. – Sept. 3-6
AFRO+ Fest – Northwest Stadium/Landover, MD – Sept. 4-6
Greenbelt Labor Day Festival – Greenbelt, MD – Sept. 4-7
Orange Street Festival – Orange, Va. – Sept. 5
Taste of Freedom in the Mountains Festival – Madison, Va. – Sept. 5
15th Annual Labor Day Wine & Music Fest – Rebec Vineyard, Amherst, Va. – Sept. 5
Patsy Cline House Block Party – Winchester, Va. – Sept. 5 – note: alcohol-free event
DC Jazzfest – DC Wharf – Sept. 5-6 – events at other venues starting Sept. 2 
Virginia Scottish Games – The Plains, Va. – Sept. 5-6
Middle Eastern Food Festival – McLean, Va. – Sept. 5-6
Glen Echo Park Labor Day Weekend Art Show – Glen Echo, MD – Sept. 5-6
DC State Fair – Downtown DC – Sept. 6
Loudoun County Musician’s Festival – Hillsboro, Va. – Sept. 6
Western Maryland Craft Beverage Festival – Frostburg, MD – Sept. 6 

Tickets go on sale for November's Old Ebbitt Oyster Riot – Sept. 8
Watermelon Picker's Festival (bluegrass, etc.) – Berryville, Va. – Sept. 10-12
DC Art All Night and DC Dine All Night – various locations – Sept. 10-13
Prince George's County Fair – Upper Marlboro, MD – Sept. 10-13
Arte Agave Tequila & Mezcal Festival – The Schuyler, Downtown DC – Sept. 11
29th Annual Fall Wine Festival – Virginia Beach – Sept. 11-12
Maryland Seafood Festival – Sandy Point State Park, Annapolis, MD – Sept. 11-13
Saints Constantine & Helen Greek Festival – Silver Spring, MD – Sept. 11-13
Fall Makers Market with Made in ALX – and Scoville Showdown Hot Wings Challenge – Port City Brewing, Alexandria Va. – Sept 12
Rosslyn Jazz Fest – Gateway Park, Arlington – Sept. 12
Silver Spring Jazz Festival – Veterans Plaza – Sept. 12
Shipgarten Fall Festival – Tyson’s Corner – Sept. 12
Apple Harvest Cider Festival – Frederick, MD – Sept. 12
Fells Point Oyster Festival – Baltimore, MD – Sept. 12
Virginia Cider Festival – Fredericksburg, Va. – Sept. 12
Fredtoberfest – 6 Bears & a Goat Brewery/Fredricksburg, Va. – Sept. 12
30th Annual (and final?) Chestertown Jazz Festival – Chestertown, MD – Sept. 12
Rockbridge Beer & Wine Festival – Lexington, Va. – Sept. 12
Bear Chase Brewing Oktoberfest – Bluemont, Va. – Sept. 12 – more details will probably be shared here
757 Battle of the Beers – Virginia Beach – Sept. 12
Bethesda Row Arts Festival – Bethesda, MD – Sept. 12-13
Wheatland Spring Oktoberfest – Waterford, Va. – Sept. 12-13
Adams Morgan Day – where else? – Sept. 13 – link not yet updated, date confirmed here
OktoberForest Fest – Fine Creek Brewing/Powhatan, Va. – Sept. 13 

Anne Arundel County Fair – Crownsville, MD – Sept. 16-20
Alliance for the Bay Taste in DC – Hill Center at the Old Naval Hospital, Capitol Hill DC – Sept. 17
Nothin’ Fancy Bluegrass Festival – Buena Vista, Va. – Sept. 17-19
Charles County Fair – La Plata, MD – Sept. 17-20
2 Silos Oktoberfest – Manassas, Va – Sept. 18-20
Washington Ukrainian Festival – Silver Spring, MD – Sept. 18-20 
St. Benedict Oktoberfest – Richmond. Va. – Sept. 18-20
Delaware Saengerbund Oktoberfest – Newark, DE – Sept. 18-20
Wundergarten Oktoberfest (scroll down for events) – NOMA DC – Sept. 18-Oct. 11
Silver Branch Brewing Oktoberfest – Silver Spring, MD – Sept. 19
Falls Church Festival/Taste of FC – Falls Church, Va. – Sept. 19
H Street Festival – NE DC – Sept. 19
Alexandria Oktoberfest – John Carlyle Square – Sept. 19
RhinO'fest – Lost Rhino Brewing, Ashburn, Va. – Sept. 19
Shipgarten Oktoberfest Kickoff – Tyson’s Corner – Sept. 19
Reston Multicultural Festival – Reston Town Center – Sept. 19
Middleburg Oktoberfest – Middleburg, Va. – Sept. 19
Lynchburg Beer, Wine & Cider Festival – Lynchburg, Va. – Sept. 19
5th Annual Susquehanna Wine & Seafood Fest – Havre De Grace, MD – Sept. 19
Festival of Grapes and Hops – Petersburg, Va. – Sept. 19
Bluemont Fair – Bluemont, Va. – Sept. 19-20
Stratford Hall Wine & Oyster Festival – Stratford, Va – Sept. 19-20
Baygrass Music Festival – Sandy Point State Park/Annapolis, MD – Sept. 19-20
Lake Anna Jazz Festival – Mineral, Va. – Sept. 19-20
Iron Blossom Festival – Richmond, Va. – Sept. 19-20

J. Millard Tawes Crab & Clambake – Crisfield, MD – Sept. 23
State Fair of Virginia – Meadow Event Park/Doswell, Va. – Sept. 24-Oct. 4
St. Theodore Greek Festival – Lanham, MD – Sept. 25-27
Ocean’s Calling Festival – Ocean City, MD – Sept. 25-27
Williamsburg Pancake Festival – Williamsburg, Va. – Sept. 25-27
Clarendon Day – Clarendon Metro Park – Sept. 26
Rocktobierfest – Rockville Town Center – Sept. 26
Shipgarten Dogtoberfest – Tyson’s Corner – Sept. 26
Lovettsville Oktoberfest – Lovettsville, Va. – Sept. 26
Maryland Microbrewery Festival – Westminster, MD – Sept. 26
Legacy Chase Steeplechase – Shawan Downs, Cockeysville, MD – Sept. 26
Fiesta DC Latino Festival – 7th & Pennsylvania Ave NW DC – Sept. 26-27
Mosaic Fall Festival – Fairfax, Va. – Sept. 26-27
Alexandria Art Festival – John Carlyle Square – Sept. 26-27
Takoma Park Folk Festival – Takoma Park, MD – Sept. 27
West Annapolis Oktoberfest – West Annapolis, MD – Sept. 27 

Calvert County Fair – Barstow, MD – Sept. 30-Oct. 4
Charlottesville's Finest & Brewer's Ball – Ting Pavillion, C’ville – Oct. 1
Virginia Oyster Week – various locations – Oct. 1-7
Frederick’s Oktoberfest – Frederick, MD Fairgrounds – Oct. 2-3
West Point Crab Festival – West Point. Va. – Oct. 2-3
60th Annual Fells Point Fun Festival – Baltimore, MD – Oct. 2-4
Waterford Fair – Waterford, Va. – Oct. 2-4
Vienna Oktoberfest – Vienna, Va. – Oct. 3
Wharf Oktoberfest/Wiener Dog Races – DC Wharf – Oct. 3
Home Rule Music Festival – Alethia Tanner Park, NE DC – Oct. 3
Taste of Bethesda – Woodmont Triangle – Oct. 3
Art on the Avenue – Del Ray/Alexandria – Oct. 3
German International School Oktoberfest – Potomac, MD – Oct. 3
Mount Airy Oktoberfest – Mount Airy, MD – Oct. 3
Quad State Beer Fest – Boonsboro, MD – Oct. 3
Manassas Fall Jubilee – Manassas. Va. – Oct. 3
Warrenton Fall Festival – Old Town Warrenton, Va. – Oct. 3
Gordonsville Fried Chicken Festival – Gordonsville, Va. – Oct. 3
Festival of the Grape – Powhaten, Va. – Oct. 3
Yorktown Wine & Oyster Festival – Yorktown. Va. – Oct. 3
Uptown Martinsville Oktoberfest – Martinsville, Va. – Oct. 3
DC Coffee Festival – Union Market, NE DC – Oct. 3-4
Takoma Park Street Festival – Takoma Park, MD – Oct. 4
Piketoberfest – North Bethesda – Oct. 4
Foxfield Fall Races – Charlottesville, Va. – Oct. 4 

Good Beer Festival – Salisbury, MD – Oct. 9-10
Maryland State BBQ Bash – Bel Air, MD – Oct. 9-10
Mt. Vernon Fall Wine Festival – George Washington’s Mt. Vernon – Oct. 9-11
Snallygaster 2026 – Downtown DC – Oct. 10
50th Annual City of Fairfax Fall Festival – Old Town FFX – Oct. 10
Germantown October Fest – Germantown Town Center – Oct. 10
5th Annual Pierogi Festival – Settle Down Easy Brewing, Falls Church, Va. – Oct. 10
Das Best Oktoberfest – State Fairgrounds/Timonium, MD – Oct. 10
Pike Fest – Penrose Square, Columbia Pike/Arlington – Oct. 10
Springfield Fall Fest – Springfield Town Center – Oct. 10
Fall Fest – Rock Hall, MD – Oct. 10
Virginia Fall Races – Middleburg, Va. – Oct. 10
Chincoteague Oyster Festival – Chincoteague Island, Va. – Oct. 10
Chesapeake Wine Festival – Chesapeake, Va. – Oct. 10
Virginia Wine & Garlic Festival – Rebec Vineyard, Amherst, Va. – Oct. 10-11
Crozet Arts & Crafts Festival – Crozet, Va. – Oct. 10—11
Kentlands Oktoberfest – Gaithersburg, MD – Oct. 11
Clifton Day – Clifton, Va. – Oct. 11
Georgetown Canal Day – wherever the Mule Yard is – Oct. 11

Yardfest – Howard University – Oct. 16
Richmond Oktoberfest – Richmond Raceway – Oct. 16-17
Boo at the Zoo – National Zoo – Oct. 16-18
MoCo Smoke Show – Kensington, MD – Oct. 17
Haymarket Day – Haymarket, Va. – Oct. 17
Berlin Oktoberfest – Berlin, MD – Oct. 17
Virginia Beach Seafood Festival – JT’s Camp Grom – Oct. 17
Tilghman Island Day – Tilghman, MD – Oct. 17
Georgetown Fall Market – Wisconsin Ave. NW – Oct. 17-18
DC Wine Fest – Union Market, NE DC – Oct. 17-18
Oktoberfest at Schifferstadt – Frederick, MD – Pct. 17-18
60th Annual U.S. Oyster Festival – St. Mary’s County Fairgrounds/Leonardtown, MD – Oct. 17-18
Turkish Festival – 6th & Pennsylvania Ave NW DC – Oct. 18
Cattail Chase Races – Brookeville, MD – Oct. 18 

Virginia Gold Cup – The Plains, Va. – Oct. 24
Shore Craft Beer Fest – Ocean City, MD – Oct. 24
Wanderland Maryland Craft Beverage Festival – Symphony Woods/Columbia, MD – Oct. 24
Mactoberfest Mac & Cheese Festival – Chesapeake Culinary Center/Denton MD – Oct. 24
Chesapeake Academy Oyster Roast – Irvington, Va. – Oct. 24
Asia in a Bite Food Festival – Tingey Plaza/Navy Yard DC – Oct. 24-25
30th Annual Del Ray Halloween Parade – Alexandria, Va. – Oct 25
Virginia Beach Surf & Rescue Museum Pig & Oyster Festival – 24th Street Park – Oct 25
Yorktoberfest – Yorktown. Va. – Oct. 25 

Fall Back Hallo-Wine Fest – Boonsboro, MD – Oct. 31
Wharf DC Día de los Muertos Festival – SW DC – Nov. 1 

Williamsburg Beer Festival – Williamsburg, Va. – Nov. 6
Urbanna Oyster Festival – Urbanna, Va. – Nov. 6-7
Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum OysterFest – St. Michaels, MD – Nov. 7
Patterson Park Brewfest – Baltimore, MD – Nov. 7
Montpelier Races – Montpelier, Va. – Nov. 7
Grilled Cheese & Tomato Soup Festival – Strasburg, Va. – Nov. 7
Thomas Jefferson Fall Wine Festival – Poplar Forest/Lynchburg, Va. – Nov. 7 

Maryland Irish Festival – State Fair Grounds/Timonium – Nov. 13-15
Sykesville Craft Beer Festival – Sykesville, MD – Nov. 14
Fisherman's Museum Oyster Roast – Reedville, Va. – Nov. 14

Whiskey Washback – The Schuyler, Downtown DC – Nov. 20
Old Ebbitt Oyster Riot
 – Downtown DC – Nov. 21-22 (tickets on sale Sept. 8)

Tuesday, August 4, 2026

42 Today; Festivitity Tomorrow

We're bringing you this set of 42 jobs & internships a day earlier than usual to make room for our Festival Season 2026 compendium tomorrow. [edit: this post was supposed to appear on Wednesday but we inadvertently hit the publish button on Tuesday a.m. – the Festival rundown will publish on Thursday].

1) Space-tech company Umbra is recruiting for a Director of Congressional Affairs with 12+ years of combined congressional, executive branch, and/or industry government affairs experience along with senior-level Capitol Hill service with an intelligence, armed services, or commerce committee or as a senior defense/national security policy advisor – $225k-$275k – see also main career page 

2) Roblox is seeking a Senior Director, Policy Communications with 12+ years of experience in public affairs, policy communications & crisis communications as well as understanding of global regulations and policies for diverse age ranges of users and creators – $294k-$350k – see also main career page 

3) The Center for Science in the Public Interest is seeking a part-time, remote-based Social Media Content Creator to pitch, ideate, draft scripts, film/create, and edit 2–3 short-form videos per week, primarily for TikTok w/ content repurposed to other channels – $3,000/mo. – see also main career page 

4-5) American Diabetes Association (scroll to find)

6) American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees Maryland Council 3Legislative & Political Advocate – $60k-$92k – Baltimore, MD

7) American Hospital AssociationSenior Associate Director, Media Relations – $97k-$145k

8) BAE SystemsDirector, Leadership & Change Communications – $138k-$235k

9) Center for Responsible LendingDirector, Federal Policy – $117k-$153k – see also main career page 

10) Competitive Enterprise InstituteCounsel, Litigation & Regulatory Affairs – $130k-$150k – JD required – search managed by Talent Market 

11-13) Council on Foreign Relations

14) Dept. for Professional Employees, AFL-CIOCommunications Manager – $70k-$80k

15) Dept. of Transportation – Public Affairs Specialist – $85k-$158k – apply by Aug. 27; subject to early closure

16) Edelman PRSenior Account Exec, Health – $60k-$80k – DC, New York, Atlanta, Chicago, Austin, Dallas, San Francisco or Seattle

17-18) Easterseals DC MD VA – see also main career page

19) Economic Development AdministrationCongressional Affairs Specialist – $120k-$156k – apply by Aug. 10 

20) Falls Church Public SchoolsDirector of Communications – see also main career page 

21) Hispanic FederationPolicy Analyst – $60k-$65k – bilingual w/ Spanish preferred – apply by Aug. 30 – see also main career page

22 ) Institute of Makers of ExplosivesDirector of Communications & Marketing – $110k-$125k

23) International Fund for Animal WelfareProgram Assistant, Policy & Advocacy – $24-$27/hr – see also main career page 

24) Insured Retirement InstituteChief Government & Political Affairs Officer – $300k-$350k – see also main career page 

25) Mystery national advocacy groupDirector of Government Affairs – $140k – search managed by The Choice, Inc. 

26-27) National Breast Cancer Coalition – see also main career page

28) National Multifamily Housing Council Vice President of Legislative Advocacy  

29) PfizerSenior Director, International Trade & Market Access Policy – apply by Aug. 14

30-33) OpenAI

34) Retail Industry Leaders AssociationDirector, Government Affairs – $90k-$115k – see also main career page 

35) Rock the VoteInterns – Fall 2026 – $18/hr – apply by Aug. 12

36) R Street Institute Director of Communications – $115k-$135k – see also main career page 

37) SAIC Public Affairs Specialist supporting the Office of the Under Secretary of War for Research & Engineering – Secret clearance required

38) United Food & Commercial Workers Union Local 400Communications Manager – $70k-$80k

39) U.S. House of RepresentativesPublic Information Specialist – $73k – apply by Aug. 15

40) … and finally: the trade deadline has passed but your Washington Nationals aren’t done with trying to improve the roster as evidenced by this Communications Coordinator role – cap-friendly $24/hr pay grade is part of the deal

41) … and finally, part 2: did you know that 500-year-old Italian firearms pioneer Beretta’s U.S. HQ is in nearby Accokeek, MD? They’re recruiting for a Director, Marketing & Content with 10+ years of experience in marketing, with a strong focus in the areas of branding, Influencers marketing and content production; additional skills in PR management & events a plus – see also main career page 

42) … and finally, part 3: sign on with the Ocean Conservancy as a Communications Strategist focusing on ghost gear (lost, abandoned or discarded fishing gear) which is pound-for-pound the deadliest form of debris to marine life – part-time; 2-year contract – $90-$100/hr – remote-based in DC, MD, VA, AK, CA, FL, OR, TX, WA or WV – see also main career page

Best wishes for a cheerful National Oyster Day today, plus a superb rest-of-week & weekend from your favorite™ public affairs jobs resource! Here's a preview of this weekend's happenings from tomorrow's Festival Season listings:

Monday, August 3, 2026

Oysters & More Oysters & Bikes

We’ll start your Monday with a look ahead to Wednesday’s National Oyster Day (Aug. 5) & note that the Old Ebbitt Grill & some Clyde's locations are offering oyster & seafood happy hour pricing all day; we're guessing some other local oyster dens are also celebrating (update: Hanks Oyster Bar locations are also doing all-day HH). Virginia Oyster Week is set for Oct. 1-7 and legendary Old Ebbitt 2026 Oyster Riot has been officially announced for Nov. 21-22; tickets on sale Sept. 8.  

Also looking ahead: while working on our 2026 Festival Season run-down (publishing Thursday!), we came across this Aslin Bikes & Beers ride & imbibe event set for Aug. 29, which were highlighting today since it's currently 85% sold out – Aslin's long-standing Herndon outpost is the start-&-finish point.

Now dive into the jobs!

1) Venture-backed defense-tech company Shield AI is seeking a Communications Associate with 2-4 years of experience in defense technology, corporate communications, or public relations – $76k-$110k – see also main career page 

2) Gartner is recruiting for a Senior Director Analyst, Public Affairs Leadership with 12+ years of relevant experience that demonstrates a first-hand understanding of the challenges facing heads of communications as leaders – $172k-$205k – Arlington, Va. or remote-based – see also main career page 

3) Capital One has shared this very fresh Director, Global Enterprise Communications role suited for candidates with with 8+ years of communications experience that includes managing & developing staff; background designing and executing integrated communications strategies include high-impact executive and internal associate engagement preferred – $173k-$217k – McLean or Richmond, Va.

4) AccentureMedia Relations Manager, Health & Public Services – $87k-$224k – Arlington, Va. & other major-to-medium-sized cities across U.S.

5-6) Aerospace Industries Association (scroll to find)

7) American Enterprise InstituteEditorial Associate or Editor – $58k-$65k

8) American Financial Services AssociationManager, Federal Government Affairs – $70k-$85k

9-11) American Institute of Architects – see also main career page

12-16) Capitol Hill

17) Center on Budget & Policy PrioritiesResearch Assistant/Research Associate, Health & Housing Policy – $55k-$63k

18) Disney/National GeographicTravel Editor – $79k-$106k – digital content focus

19) EarthjusticeStewardship Specialist, Principal Gifts – $96k-$119k – DC, New York, Miami or Philadelphia – apply by Aug. 23

20) Fairfax County Federation of Teachers Communications Director – $80k-$90k – more about FCTC here

 21) Georgetown UniversityHealth Communications Specialist supporting the Office of Minority Health & Health Disparities Research – $44k-$73k

22-23) George Washington University

24-25) German Marshall Fund of the U.S. – see also main career page

26) Immune Deficiency FoundationSocial Media & Engagement Manager – $60k-$70k – remote-based – see also main career page

27-28) Information Technology Industry Council – scroll to find

29) Johns Hopkins UniversityAssociate Director, Digital Marketing supporting the Office of Alumni Relations – $85k-$95k – Baltimore, MD

30-33) Meta

34-35) Montgomery County

36) Mystery DC law firmSenior Policy Specialist – $95k-$185k – search managed by the Ford Agency

37) Mystery national membership organizationMarketing Communications Specialist – 6-month term – search managed by Creative Circle 

38) Mystery social service nonprofit serving the DMV regionDirector of Development – $100k – search managed by Elite Personnel 

39) National Motor Freight Traffic AssociationDigital Marketing Coordinator 

40-41) Northrop Grumman

42-43) Orchestra – see also main career page

44) Project on Government OversightFact Checker/Editor – $68k-$80k – see also main career page 

45-46) Public Knowledge – see also main career page

47) Radiological Society of North AmericaGovernment Relations Manager – $70k-$75k – DC or Oak Brook, IL – see also main career page 

48) Sempra InfrastructureU.S. Federal Public Affairs Manager – $173k-$305k – see also main career page 

49) Sinclair Broadcasting/WJLA TVGeneral Assignment Reporter – $43-$53/hr

50) Southern Poverty Law Center Lead, Public and Media Relations Strategist – $78k+ – DC, New Orleans, Miami, Montgomery, or Jackson, MS – see also main career page 

51) Tatitlek Corp.Public Affairs/Media Relations Specialist supporting the Diplomatic Security Service – Secret clearance required

52) United Motorcoach AssociationDirector of Marketing & Communications 

53) Washingtonian MagazineAssistant Research Editor – $45k-$50k

54) … and finally: the White House Historical Association is recruiting for a Managing Director (pdf) with experience serving as in a senior managerial position at a museum, nonprofit organization, or business, as well as the ability to provide strong leadership & vision for the 33,000-square-foot gallery & exhibit space – $160k+ – alternate listing here – search managed by DSG|Koya  

55) … and finally, part 2: Fox is recruiting for Fall 2026 TMZ Interns to help chase down Members of Congress & whatever other hijinks go with the gig – could be fun & at least you’ll get some exercise – $20/hr

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 USAPrograms & Communications Associate (pdf) – $54k-$63k – see also main career page 

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

7-8) Amazon

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

10) Bank of AmericaFederal Government Relations Executive 

11) Blue Cross Blue Shield AssociationLegislative & 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 OneDirector, 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 DemocraciesSenior Director of Podcasts – $140k-$200k

27-28) Georgetown University

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

30-31) Microsoft

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

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

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

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

36) Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of AmericaAdvocacy & Strategic Alliances InternPublic Affairs InternInternational Advocacy Intern – Fall 2026 - $25-$35/hr

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

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

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

40-43) Weber Shandwick

44) We. CommunicationsVice 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.

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 VotesSocial Media Interns – Fall 2026 – $18/hr – remote-based

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

5) ANCORSenior 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 UnitedCampaign Fundraising Manager – $72k-$81k

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

9-12) Brookings Institution

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

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

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

16-17) CNN

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

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

20) Conservative Energy NetworkDirector 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 AgencySupervisory Policy Advisor – $99k-$139k – apply by Aug. 1 

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

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

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

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

28-29) Georgetown University

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

31) Healthcare Anchor NetworkPolicy 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 MartinSocial Media Manager – $90k-$159k

34-35) Middle East Institute

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

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

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

39) PCI FederalPress 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 & StripesSupervisory Editor – $85k-$105k – apply by Aug. 4

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

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

47) Versant MediaDC 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 ProductionsNews 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

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 SongSenior Media Relations Manager 

9-10) American University

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

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

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

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

15) Cancer Support CommunityDirector, 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) CovistaDirector, State Government Relations & Public Affairs – $100k-$181k

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

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

32-33) General Dynamics Information Technology

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

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

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

37) Lockheed MartinSenior 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) MetaAI Policy Manager – $153k-$224k

41-42) New America

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

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

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

46) RTXDirector, 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 VirginiaAssistant Director, Public Service Partnerships supporting Madison House – $60k-$65k – Charlottesville, Va. – apply by July 27 

51) United Nations FoundationSenior 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!