Looking Forward

We've reached that back-to-it Tuesday after Labor Day, and we miss Summer already; it's a can't-see-it 262 days from here to the start of Memorial Day weekend. Dang. So look forward to finding your next gig and those fun first months on the job to help you get through it. Here's 50 to get you rolling. 

1) Catholic social justice advocate NETWORK is seeking a Government Relations Director with 8-10 years of progressive professional experience in federal government relations, public policy, and/or political advocacy, and in managerial leadership – $103k-$129k

2) New America is recruiting for a Digital Director, Central Communications with 8+ years of relevant experience, including at least three years managing staff, along with demonstrated background developing & implementing an organization-wide digital strategy – $135k-$150k – apply by Sept. 30 – see also main career page 

3-4) Anti-hunger group MAZON has just passed these along – see also main career page

• Director of State Policy – $110k-$119k – 8+ years of prior/related work experience with government agencies, state-based advocacy organizations, or relevant public policy organizations sought; knowledge of or experience with food insecurity policy issues strongly preferred – DC or Los Angeles; other locations considered
• Communications Associate – $60k-$64k – 1-2 years of experience working in a nonprofit and/or public affairs organization, preferably in a communications role desired; social justice, anti-hunger, public policy, or Jewish community experience is highly preferred

5-6) DC-based opportunities with UK media mainstay The Guardian – see also main career page

• White House Enterprise Reporter – $120k-$160k – strong track record of producing scoops & original breaking news required along with contacts inside the current administration
• DC Office Admin – part-time – $30-$32/hr – seeking highly organized, reliable & detail-oriented types

7) Global financial communications firm Edelman Smithfield has opened the call for their Analyst Program for 2027 college grads to launch their careers in financial communications with a July 2027 start date – $60k-$72k – DC, New York, Chicago or San Francisco – apply by Oct. 31

8) American Flood Coalition – Government Relations Director/Associate Director – $150k-$195k

9) Blue Clarity – Project Manager for Media & Outreach (scroll to find) supporting a federal cybersecurity agency – $115k-$145k – award-contingent role – see also main career page 

10) Brillient Corp. – Senior Proposal Writer – see also main career page 

11) Bureau of Prisons – Legislative Affairs Specialist – $143k-$187k – apply by Sept. 10 

12) Center for the Study of the Presidency & Congress – Executive Assistant & Operations Manager – $50k-$57k – see also main career page 

13) Choice Hotels – Senior Manager, Social Media Strategy & Marketing – $123k-$145k

14) Fairfax County – Programming & Outreach Coordinator supporting the Historic Resources Division – $66k-$105k – apply by Sept. 20

15) FTI Consulting – Strategic Communications Consultant – entry-level roles starting July 2027 – $70k-$82k – DC, New York or Chicago – apply by Sept. 18

16) George Mason University – Senior Director of Digital Engagement, Marketing & Communications supporting the Office of Advancement and Alumni Relations – low $150k – apply by Sept. 21

17-18) Greater DC Diaper Bank

• Digital Marketing & Communications Manager – $70k – apply by Sept. 18
• Institutional Giving Manager – $70k – apply by Sept. 11

19) Honda Motor Co. – Government Relations Senior Specialist – $90k-$135k

20-21) Independent Community Bankers of America

• Vice President, Congressional Relations – $125k-$175k
• Director, Political Operations/PAC – $105k-$125k

22) Knowesis – Public Relations Manager – $105k-$125k – award-contingent role – see also main career page 

23) Levine Music – Associate Vice President of Marketing & Communications – $105k-$115k – see also main career page 

24-26) Lidl – see also main career page

• Senior Manager, Corporate Affairs – $160k
• Corporate Affairs Specialist – $70k
• Graphic Design Specialist, Weekly Promotions – $33/hr

27-28) Lockheed Martin

• Public Affairs Content Professional – $100k-$186k
• Strategy Communications Lead – $81k-$151k – Bethesda, Arlington, Denver, Fort Worth, Orlando, Grand Prairie, TX or King of Prussia, PA

29-30) Mystery leading news organization – searches managed by Profiles

• Senior Editor, Politics – to $180k
• Writer, Politics – $67k-$80k

31) Mystery membership organization – Communications Strategist/Thought Leader – part-time/6-month term – $105/hr – search managed by RJM Technologies

32) National Restaurant Association – Grassroots Advocacy Manager 

33-34) NBC4 Washington

• Reporter – $90k-$130k
• Platform Manager/Newscast Producer – $90k-$105k

35) NRP Group – Senior Vice President of Strategic Partnerships & Public Initiatives – DC, New York, Charlotte, Cleveland, Tampa, Houston or San Antonio – see also main career page 

36) Purpose Built Communities – Senior Vice President, Strategic Partnerships & Development – $190k-$225k – Atlanta, GA – search managed by On-Ramps 

37) Science Museum of Virginia – Communications Manager supporting the NOVA Science Center – $89k-$110k – Sterling, Va. – see also main career page 

38-39) Southern Environmental Law Center

• Senior Legislative Associate – $88k-$97k – apply by Oct. 4
• Director of Foundation Relations – $160k-$177k – Charlottesville, Va. – apply by Sept. 27

40) Southland Industries – Senior Communications Specialist – Dulles, Va. – see also main career page 

41) Town of Riverdale, MD – Communications Manager – $75k-$95k – see also main career page 

42) University of Virginia School of Medicine – Digital Media Coordinator supporting the Depts. of Anesthesiology & Surgery – $50k-$65k – Charlottesville, Va.

43) U.S. Senate Sergeant at Arms – Digital Communications Specialist – $86k-$152k – apply by Sept. 18

44) Uyghur Human Rights Project – Interns – Jan.-Apr. 2026 – apply by Dec. 15

45-48) W2 Communications – see also main career page

• Cybersecurity PR Professional, Mid-Level
• Account Associate – entry-level
• Senior Media Relations Specialist and Junior Media Relations Specialist – award-contingent roles

49) WSSC Water – Communications Specialist – $89k-$168k – apply by Sept. 23

50) … and finally: Georgetown University seeks an Information Officer to support the Admissions Office & help to handle the nearly 60,000 (!!!) visitors that come to campus to attend an information session and campus tour; perfect for someone who likes to stay busy at all times, we’d bet – $20-$31/hr