September Signs Off

We hope the final day of month nine is pleasant and productive for you all.  A high proportion of excellent, direct-submitted opportunities in today's set.

The Maryland-National Capital Park & Planning Commission seeks Senior Public Affairs & Marketing Specialist to will assist with developing & evaluating marketing campaigns, communications material, websites & ad campaigns, and also support media, social media, events and publications-related activities – $50k-$86k

NAFSA: Association of International Educators is actively recruiting for Associate Director of Media Relations & Advocacy – 5+ years related experience in media relations, communications required; experience with constituent advocacy mobilization a plus – Spring 2016 Media Relations Intern and Public Policy Intern posts also available, w/ an Oct. 30 application deadline.

Very new – as you can see here – opportunities with the Alliance to Save Energy:

• Media Relations Associate – $35k-$40k
• Digital Communications Associate – $35k-$40k

Political consulting firm plus data-driven R+D lab Applecart seeks Senior Political Strategist to join their Republican-focused and New York-based (Times Square) operation – 3-5 years of high-level campaign or committee experience in Republican politics or advocacy required.  Political Product Manager and other technical & marketing related posts also available.

America’s Health Insurance Plans – Coordinator, Digital Engagement (scroll down, pdf) – your 1-2 years digital media experience should include content creation & working Wordpress or similar CMS.

In addition to the Legislative Advocate opportunity noted in yesterday’s government relations/lobbying extravaganza, National Nurses United also has a locally-based Political Organizer post available, as well as a spot reserved for a Communications Specialist in the Oakland, CA office.

Reading is Fundamental is in search mode for a top-notch development professional to fill Major Gifts Officer opportunity – your 5+ years of development/fundraising or related work experience should show a record of success working with major donors, corporate partners, or equivalent experience in client management and sales.

We have it on good authority that Strategic marketing & communications cabal LeapFrog Solutions is still actively seeking a Public & Media Relations Manager with 5-10 years of PR & communications experience, including account management work & familiarity with supporting government agencies.

Association of Flight Attendants

• Strategic Public Relations Coordinator – apply by Oct. 5
• Communications Specialist – apply by Oct. 5

Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments – Transportation Planner/Communications Specialist – $51k-$82k – main focus is developing public-friendly written & graphic content for web, social media, and print & electronic publications

The communications component of this Communications Paralegal opportunity with a mystery prominent global law firm appears to refer to the focus on FCC-related filings – salary to $95k

George Mason University – Director of Communications, Law School – professional experience in marketing & communications senior leadership role desired – apply by Oct. 23

Capitol Hill

• Senior Democrat – Senior Legislative Assistant – housing issues focus
• Senate Office of the Legislative Counsel – Staff Attorney – $76k – apply by Oct. 23
• Rep. Trent Franks (R-AZ) – Intern
• Rep. Mike Honda (D-CA) – Intern
• Rep. Peter DeFazio (D-OR) – Intern

Congressional Black Caucus Foundation – Research Analyst – strong analytical & research skills desired, as well as solid knowledge of public policy and the federal legislative &regulatory process.

American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees – Social Media & Online Mobilization Coordinator – $81k – seeking candidates with seven to ten years of experience in labor, political or community organizing and campaign communications, including at least four years of social media experience

A highly respected publication of business information is seeking a Copy Editor for their financial news group – temporary/contract – $17-$22/hr – search managed by Beacon Hill Staffing

Faith in Public Life (scroll to find)

• Communications Director
• Operations & Development Manager

RAINN/Rape, Incest & Abuse National Network – Communications Manager – minimum four years of media relations experience required – apply by Oct. 31

Here’s a fresh Manager, Global Government Relations with Visa Inc. suited to individuals with 5+ years of relevant experience dealing with Congress, the Executive branch, foreign governments, and international organizations.

Mystery employer seeks Social Media Consultant to support women’s entrepreneurship and anti-trafficking websites – part-time – $35k-$40k – remote/telecommute post w/ occasional DC meetings.

Fairfax County

• Communications Specialist, Health Dept. – $56k-$94k – apply by Oct. 9
• Director of the Police Public Information Office – $71k-$118k – apply by Oct. 9

National Democratic Institute – Communications & Government Affairs Manager – minimum of eight years of professional experience in the field of communications required; international relations & development experience a plus.

National School Boards Association – Executive Director, Public Policy & Communications – substantial in-depth professional experience in corporate or association communications required; advanced degree in education, public policy or related field preferred.

Nielson Company seeks highly effective communicator for Director, External Affairs post – politically adept and executive presence boxes should also be checked.

Center for Disease Dynamics, Economics & Policy – Communications Intern – experience with Mac systems and social media are musts