Arctic blast, ISIS video, fiery derailment, and anything with a -gate or -ghazi suffix attached.

We could go a while without seeing those terms in our assorted news-feeds for a while, thank you very much.  And, please throw "I'd like to apologize to my fans ...." into that mix, as well.  Enjoy the jobs, and stay warm.

The Edison Electric Institute seeks Manager, Media Relations (scroll to find) with at least five years of applicable experience in communications, PR, journalism, or other press-related post – energy background a plus.

Our friends at the Center for Science in the Public Interest are in search mode for a Nutrition Policy Associate for lobbying, coalition management, and grassroots organizing work on behalf of better nutrition policies & programs nationwide.

Digital Communications Associate is the freshest opportunity to help promote the smart power approach diplomacy & international development favored by the U.S. Global Leadership Coalition – we're told that Field Associate, Senior Communications Manager and Communications Associate posts are all still available, as well.

Scroll well down the page to see a Senior Media Strategist post with the Rendon Group; background in international affairs, particularly the Africa region, is particularly desired – Summer 2015 Communications & Research Intern also sought

The National Human Genome Research Institute does not require a DNA sample for this fresh & terrific Chief, Communications and Public Liaison Branch (also described as Communications Director) opportunity, but Demonstrated understanding of biomedical research, and genomics in particular, is preferred.

Medtronic – Government Affairs Director (scroll down) – extensive government relations & healthcare policy experience desired – DC or Minneapolis, MN

United Way – Director, Media & Public Relations – broad PR/communications background desired – apply by Mar. 16

Capitol Hill

• Senior New Jersey Republican – Press Secretary
• Rep. Ken Buck (R-CO) – Intern
• Rep. Peter DeFazio (D-OR) – Intern
• Rep. Ron Kind (D-WI) – Intern
• Rep. Kurt Schrader (D-OR) – Intern
• Florida Democrat – Intern

University of Virginia – Development Researcher – $32k-$37k – experience in prospect research, business writing or development/fundraising deemed helpful – Charlottesville, Va.

Occasional travel back to DC would seem like a perk (except during frigid Februarys) for this Chapel Hill, NC-based Senior Coordinator, Federal Affairs opportunity with the University of North Carolina – 3+ years experience in government service or government relations desired.