Digging Out

We're still digging out, both metaphorically & literally – so just one this week.  Back again Monday, we hope.

1) The Data Center Coalition is recruiting for a Senior Manager, Environmental Policy with 3+ years of experience in environmental policy and/or sustainability, along with deep knowledge of water policy, permitting, and regulations affecting large industrial users – $110k-$140k – remote-based

2) The Nonhuman Rights Project, a group working to secure fundamental legal rights for nonhuman animals, is seeking a Senior Communications Director (pdf) with significant senior-level experience leading communications, media, or narrative strategy within a nonprofit, advocacy, or mission-driven organization – $115k-$125k – see also main career page

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

4-6) Associated Press

• International Elections Manager – $120k-$135k – apply by Feb. 9
• Elections Data Analyst – $53k-$85k – apply by Feb. 9
• Photo Assistant – $40k-$66k – apply by Feb. 9

7) Boeing – Senior Communications Specialist, Defense/Space & Security – $133k-$208k – Arlington, Va., Berkeley, MO; Hazelwood, MO; El Segundo, CA; Huntsville, AL; Seattle, WA; Renton, WA; Everett, WA; Wichita, KS, Titusville, FL or Ridley Park, PA – apply by Feb. 10

8-11) Capitol Hill

• Sen. Mark Warner (D-Va.) – Healthcare Legislative Correspondent – apply by Feb. 5
• Senate Republican – Legislative Aide – focus on national security, armed services, and foreign policy issues
• Senate Conservative – Senior Policy & Communications Advisor 
• Senate Progressive Democrat – Digital Aide – apply by Feb. 5

12) Center for American Progress – Senior Fellow, Foreign Development Assistance – $150k-$165k

13) Dexis – Legislative & Public Affairs Analyst supporting the Dept. of War – Secret clearance required – award-contingent position

14) Edison Electric Institute – Senior Director, Media Relations – $160k-$210k – see also main career page 

15-16) FTI Consulting

• Managing Director, Financial Services/Strategic Communications – $198k-$365k
• Director, Public Affairs/Technology & Telecom – $102k-$173k

17) Hive Group – Communications Specialist – see also main career page 

18) ICF – Public Policy Researcher – $50k-$85k

19) Information Technology Industry Council – Senior Director of Trade Policy (scroll to find) – $190k-$200k

20) Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group – Manager, PR & Marketing – $89k-$111k

21-22) National Association of Broadcasters – see also main career page

• Senior Vice President, State Policy – $270k-$300k
• Vice President, Communications – $200k-$250k

23) National Association of Counties – Director, Digital & Social Media – $110k-$130k

24) National Society Daughters of the American Revolution – Public Relations Events Coordinator – $50k-$56k

25-26) Northrop Grumman

• Senior Principal Media Relations Representative – $117k-$176k
• Principal Employee Communications Representative – $87k-$130k – Linthicum, MD

27) PAC Outsourcing LLP – Political Compliance Manager (scroll to find)

28) Pew Research Center – Editorial Specialist supporting Short Reads – $73k

29) Prudential Financial – Political Programs Manager – $114k-$188k – DC or Newark, NJ

30) White House Council of Economic Advisers – Economists (go to jobs & internships) – one-year term – positions are available at multiple levels, including college grads, PhD students, recent PhD grads, and faculty members/equivalent – tweet indicating they’re actively recruiting 

31-33) ZERO Prostate Cancer – see also main career page

• Manager, Copy & Content
• Manager, Digital & Email Marketing
• Vice President, Corporate Partnerships

Best wishes for a solid, but not frozen-solid, rest of the week and weekend from your favorite™ public affairs jobs resource.

Uh-oh; Big Snow!

The biggest winter storm in years language has us worried, excited & watchful. But there's jobs you can browse if you get snowed in, at least. We probably won't publish again until Wednesday, at earliest.

1) Demand Justice is seeking a Director of Communications to support their work to ensure a fair & accountable Federal judiciary system – $175k-$185k – 10+ years of communications experience desired, including electoral or advocacy campaign work – search managed by Grossman Solutions 

2-3) Opportunities with Watch Duty, an organization providing real-time information on wildfires & fire-fighting efforts – fully-remote; WD does have some key DC-based staff – see also main career page

• Senior Digital Content Manager – $135k-$155k – 6-8+ years of experience managing social media and content strategy for a brand, startup, nonprofit, or mission-driven organization desired.
• Senior Marketing Manager, Enterprise/B2B – $130k-$160k – 6–8+ years of marketing experience, including 2+ years supporting B2B or institutional go-to-market motions, preferably for enterprise SaaS, data, or infrastructure platforms sought.

4) The Data Center Coalition is recruiting for a Communications Manager, Content with 3-5 years of experience working in communications, public relations, journalism, or a related field & proficiency in social media, newsletters, websites, and other communications channels - $70k-$90k – remote-based

5-6) American Liberties Economic Project

• Communications Associate – $58k-$63k
• Communications & Advocacy Associate supporting Rethink Trade – $57k-$67k

7) American Policy Ventures – Government Relations Associate – $60k-$80k

8-9) Arena Stage – see also main career page

• Marketing & Communication Fellow – $700/wk
• Development Fellow – $700/wk

10) Bread for the World – Director, Policy and Research Institute – $140k-$150k – see also main career page 

11) Brookings Institution – Assistant to the VP, Global Economy & Development – $60k-$65k

12-15) Capitol Hill

• Sen. John Hickenlooper (D-CO) – Legislative Counsel, Economic Policy
• Senior Midwestern Republican Senator – Legislative Correspondent
• Sen. Jacky Rosen (D-NV) – Communications Assistant
• National Security Commission on Emerging Biotechnology – Policy Analyst – position runs through Dec. 2026 – $75k-$100k – apply by Feb. 2

16) The Daniels Fund – Media & Communications Manager – $110k-$130k – Denver, CO – search managed by Talent Market 

17) Genentech – Public Affairs/Advocacy Intern – Summer 2026 - $21-$28/hr

18) ICF International – Account Director, Health Communications – $98k-$166k – contract award-contingent role

19) Institute for Policy Studies – Media Relations Associate (scroll to find) – $57k – apply by Mar. 6

20) International Monetary Fund – Communications Analyst/Senior Communications Analyst – one-year term; renewable up to 4 years – apply by Feb. 3

21-22) Investment Company Institute – see also main career page

• Government Affairs Officer, Financial Service – $235k-$260k
• Government Affairs Director, State Policy – $190k-$215k

23) Issue One – Vice President, Communications – $130k-$150k – new since we noted other Issue One opportunities last week – see also main career page 

24-28) Longwell Partners

• Video Editor/Producer – $60k-$95k
• Political Advertising Strategist – $60k-$85k
• Social Media Content Strategist – $55k-$85k
• Media Researcher – $55k-$70k
• Video Editor Intern

29) Mystery financial publishing leader – Graphic Designer, Digital Media – $60k-$70k – Hunt Valley, MD – search managed by Profiles 

30) National Assembly of State Arts Agencies – Communications Director – apply by Feb. 9

31) National Minority Supplier Development Council – Vice President of Marketing & Communications – see also main career page 

32) National Rural Electric Cooperative Association – Political Programs Assistant – see also main career page 

33) Nature Conservancy – Director of Development, North America – $134k-$195k – location negotiable

34) NBC News – Researcher, White House Unit – $58k

35) Prince George's County Educators' Association – Political & Community Organizer – $75k-$85k

36) Priwils – Speechwriter – see also main career page 

37) SERCO – Senior Marketing/Communications Specialist supporting the MyArmyBenefits and MyAirForceBenefits programs – $99k-$161k – Secret clearance required – remote-based

38) Stony Brook University – Vice President for Marketing & Communications/Chief Communications Officer – Stony Brook, NY – search managed by Isaacson, Miller 

39) Washington Post – Op-Ed Editor – $105k-$176k

40) … and finally: you have probably seen stories about the future home of the Commanders on the old RFK Stadium site; and perhaps you would be interested in this very fresh Writer post (DC or other major cities) with stadium architect HKS or in keeping an eye on their career page for future openings as the project ramps up.

Best wishes for a fun & safe snow-weekend from your favorite™ public affairs jobs resource.

Land of Jobs

Hello Monday & Martin Luther King Day! Here's your jobs. Lots of jobs. Scan the jobs. Apply for jobs. More jobs soon. Jobs jobs jobs.

1) Corus International, parent organization to a diverse family of nonprofit social enterprise entitie including Lutheran World Relief, IMA World Health, CGA Technologies, Ground Up Investing, and LWR Farmers Market Coffee, is seeking a Vice President of Strategic Communications with 10+ years of experience in communications, public relations, or related roles, preferably within international organizations, NGOs or corporations – $225k-$250k – search managed by Korn Ferry 

2) ABC News – Digital Journalist – $79k-$106k

3) Alliance for the Great Lakes – Director of Federal Government Affairs – $105k

4) American Coatings Association – Director, Political Advocacy/PaintPAC – $120k-$145k – see also main career page 

5) Anaplan – Senior Corporate Communications Specialist 

6-8) Association of Clinicians for the Underserved – remote-based

• Associate Vice President, Disaster Preparedness & Response – $105k-$115k
• Program Manager, Disaster Preparedness & Response – $70k-$75k
• Communications & Marketing Coordinator, Disaster Preparedness & Response – $57k-$63k

9) British Embassy – Head of Political, Press & Public Affairs – maternity cover role; Mar.-July 2026 – $80k – Atlanta, GA – apply by Jan. 27

10) BRMi – Communications Strategist – $75k-$90k – Vienna, Va. or Pensalcola, FL – see also main career page 

11-19) Capitol Hill

• Sen. Mark Warner (D-VA) – Press Secretary – apply by Jan. 30
• Senate Republican – Press Secretary
• Senior Senate Democrat – Speechwriter
• Sen. Kirstin Gillibrand (D-NY) – Scheduler
• Secretary of the Senate – Committee Scheduling Coordinator – $61k-$106k – apply by Jan. 28
• Senate Sergeant at Arms – Special Projects & Communications Specialist, Employee Assistance &Wellbeing Team – $74k-$83k – apply today, Jan. 19
• Congressional Research Service – Analyst in Social Policy – $84k-$109k – apply by Jan. 22
• Congressional Research Service – Research Assistant, Domestic Social Policy – $57k-$75k – apply by Feb. 6
• subscribe to the House Employment Bulletin

20) Children's National Hospital Foundation – Senior Associate Director Editorial & Development Strategy – $86k-$143k

21-22) Common Cause

• Senior Manager, Organizing/DMV Region – $97k-$113k
• Communications Associate – remote-based – $72k-$89k

23) Defenders of Wildlife – Vice President, Government Relations – $195k-$210k – see also main career page 

24) Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee – Deputy Email & SMS Director – $90k

25-30) Edelman PR

• Senior Vice President/Digital Lead, Financial Communications – $182k-$250k – DC, New York, Chicago or San Francisco
• Vice President, Health – $95k-$165k – DC or Dallas
• Vice President, Media Intelligence – $99k-$150k – DC, New York or Chicago
• Vice President, Primary & Secondary Research – $99k-$150k – DC, New York or Chicago
• Account Supervisor, Financial Services Communications – $83k-$110k – crypto/digital asset focus – DC, New York, Chicago or San Francisco
• Account Exec, Technology – $55k-$65k – DC, New York, Chicago, Atlanta or Seattle

31) Fox News – Guest Greeter, DC Bureau – $23-$25/hr

32) Georgetown University – Content & Digital Communications Lead supporting the Center for Security & Emerging Technology – $54k-$100k

33) I Am ALS – Marketing & Communications Manager (scroll to find) – %60k-$75k – remote-based – apply by Jan. 23 

34) ICF International – Public Relations Director supporting the FDA – $143k-$244k

35) Ketchum – Account Supervisor, Financial & Professional Services – $85k-$95k
DC, New York, Chicago or San Francisco

36) League of Conservation Voters – Regional Campaigns Director – $92k-$112k – remote-based – apply by Jan 29

37) Loft Federal – Director of Government Affairs – $180k-$240k

38) McCabe Message Partners – Account Coordinator/Manager – $57k-$80k

39) Mystery pharma/biotech-related employer – Graphic Designer – temporary – $42-$49/hr – search managed by Robert Half 

40) National Geographic – Editorial Video Intern – Summer 2026 – $22/hr

41) National Park Foundation – Government Relations Manager – $75k-$85k – see also main career page

42) ReThink Media – Communications Associate, Client Services – $50k-$78k – remote-based – apply by Feb. 6 – see also main career page

43) Safe Routes Partnership – Federal Policy Manager – $68k-$78k – apply by Feb. 13

44) Stars & Stripes – Writer/Editor/Bureau Chief – $85k-$105k – apply by Feb. 15

45) Third Way – Deputy Director, Health Care – $90k-$125k

46) Truth Initiative – Director, Social Media & Digital Engagement – $135k-$140k

47) University of Maryland – Director, Donor Experience & Leadership Giving – $133k-$150k – apply by Jan. 26

48) … and finally: this Director of Communications role supporting the DC Office of the Chief Financial Officer/Office of Lottery & Gaming has been on the books since early Fall – but since it’s popped-up freshly on Indeed, we thought it was worth giving you a look – $148k-$190k

49) … and finally, part 2: how about spending May to November hanging out at Katahdin Woods & Waters National Monument (Patten, ME) as a seasonal Visual Information Specialist with the National Park Service? $29-$38/hr – apply by Jan. 23

50) … and finally, part 3: burger & transit enthusiasts should take note of this External Communications Specialist role with Five Guys based a short walk from the King Street metro station & about 15 blocks (take the trolley) down to their heart-of-Old-Town outpost.

Global, Federal, Environmental & Competitive

Keep on keeping on & make one of these your new workday home.  

1) The Data Center Coalition is seeking a Manager, Federal Affairs with 3-5 years of experience in successfully advancing policy and/or regulatory initiatives at the federal level & a background working in at least two of these policy areas: tax, trade, energy, environmental, and/or workforce – $100k-$130k

2-3) Ranked choice voting & proportional representation advocate FairVote has let us know they are actively recruiting for these roles – see also main career page

• Chief of Staff – $160k-$180k – experience as Chief of Staff or in a similar role, and/or reporting directly to a CEO or C-Suite executive, is required; background in nonprofit, advocacy, or other mission-driven organizations also sought.
• Director of Major Gifts – $113k-$138k – 7+ years’ experience in political, nonprofit, or private sector fundraising desired.

4-5) Our friends at Grossman Solutions are at the helm of these searches for SEIU United Healthcare Workers East – both roles are based in New York

• Director of Communications – $225k-$250k – 15+ years of experience in communications required, ideally in advocacy, political campaigns, unions and/or a government setting.
• Human Resources Director – $197k – 10+ years' of directly related experience in HR required, with at least 5 years in a leadership role

6) Kay Communications is helping to recruit a Vice President, Strategic Media & Communications for an unnamed public affairs firm client launching a high-impact initiative focused on shaping public discourse – $130k-$170k – 7+ years of experience in crisis communications, high-level media, and/or strategic communications desired – New York

7) Air Line Pilots Association, International – Senior Legislative Representative – $144k-$206k

8) American Registry for Internet Numbers – Government Affairs Analyst (scroll to find)

9) Association of Fish & Wildlife Agencies – Agriculture Conservation Policy Program Manager (pdf) – $75k – apply by Feb. 2 – see also main career page 

10) Association of State Drinking Water Administrators – Policy & Operations Associate – $55k-$75k – apply by Jan. 30

11) The Bulwark – Editorial & Audience Associate – $60k-$70k – see also main career page 

12) Carnegie Endowment for International Peace – Communications Coordinator – $50k-$53k – apply by Jan. 20 

13) Chevo – Federal Policy Management Analyst – $91k-$107k – active Secret clearance preferred – see also main career page 

14) DC Office of the Chief Technology Officer – Writer/Editor – $93k-$119k – apply by Jan. 23

15) Dept. of Education, Office of Federal Student Aid – Digital Communications Specialist – $107k-$171k – apply by Jan. 20; subject to early closure

16) Follicular Lymphoma Foundation – Chief Development Officer – $200k-$210k – remote-based in Eastern time zone – search managed by Freeman Philanthropic Services 

17) Georgetown University – Senior Policy Advisor supporting the Center on Poverty & Inequality – $66k-$126k

18) Global Refuge – Advocacy Coordinator – $56k – see also main career page 

19) GovExec – Digital Marketing Associate – $50k-$55k – see also main career page 

20) iHeartMedia – Vice President, Political & Advocacy – $84k-$105k

21) International Rescue Committee – Communications Manager – $67k-$76k – New York

22-25) Issue One – see also main career page

• Legislative Manager – $80k-$100k
• Citizen Engagement Digital Manager – $70k-$85k
• Policy & Research Associate – $61k-$71k
• Citizen Engagement Associate – $60k-$70k

26) Malaria No More – Communications Manager – part-time/consultant status

27) Mystery mission-driven organization – Senior Prospect Management Specialist – $30+/hr – search managed by the Ford Agency 

28) Mystery nonprofit – Communications Specialist – $70k-$85k – search managed by Hawthorne Lane 

29-31) National Association of Counties – see also main career page

• Managing Director, Government Affairs – $185k
• Managing Director, Integrated Media & Content – $170k-$190k
• Senior Communications Manager – $100k-$120k

32) National Restaurant Association – State Affairs Manager, West – DC-based

33) Oceana – Engagement & Outreach Manager, Science & Strategy – $72k-$85k

34) Patent & Trademark Office – Writer/Editor – $143k-$187k – apply by Jan. 23

35-36) Prison Fellowship – see also main career page

• Media Relations Manager – $75k-$88k – remote-based
• Legislative Strategist, Virginia – $64k-$70k – regular travel to Richmond expected

37) Service Coordination, Inc. – Government Relations Admin Coordinator – $92k – Frederick, MD – see also main career page 

38-39) Southern Environmental Law Center

• Federal Legislative Director – $127k-$184k – apply by Feb. 1
• Donor Services Associate – $58k-$68k – Charlottesville, Va. –  apply by Feb. 8

40-46) Recently added searches via Talent Market:

• Competitive Enterprise Institute – Qualitative Policy Manager – $90k-$130k
• Society for the Rule of Law – Communications & Membership Manager – $50k-$60k
• Open Therapy Institute – Senior Fundraising Director – $90k-$150k – remote-based
• Open Therapy Institute – Outreach & Marketing Director – $70k-$90k – remote-based
• Young America’s Foundation – National Conference Director
• Foundation for Economic Education – Director of Donor Communications – remote-based
• Foundation for Research on Equal Opportunity – Director of Marketing and Brand Strategy – remote-based

47-48) United Food & Commercial Workers

• Campaigns & Policy Coordinator – $97k-$117k
• Policy Counsel – $89k-$109k

49) U.S. Postal Service, Office of Inspector General – Communications Analyst – $70k-$113k – apply by Jan. 28; subject to early closure

50) Washington Area Bicyclists Association – Engagement Coordinator – $55k

51) Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority – Event Producer – apply by Jan. 30

52) World Bank – Senior Knowledge Management & Communication Officer – apply by Feb. 2

 Best wishes for a super-great weekend from your favorite™ public affairs jobs resource. 

OK, We're Back

Hello Monday! We're back in good (ok, decent) shape with a lot of great jobs. Enjoy.

1) Our friends at the conservation stalwart Izaak Walton League are casting for a new Executive Director with a history of skilled leadership & management that indicates the capability of building and managing a growing organization while directing, motivating & organizing staff; understanding of environmental law and policy and the legislative process desirable – $150k-$175k – search managed by Thinking Ahead 

2-3) The Concord Coalition & Concord Action has passed along these roles:

• Communications Director (scroll to find) – $135k-$165k – 7-10+ years in communications, public affairs, campaigns, or media required; familiarity with federal fiscal/economic policy also highly valued.
• Digital Communications Associate (scroll to find) – $70k-$90k – 1-3 years of experience in digital communications, media production, public affairs, or related fields required, along with knowledge of audio and/or video editing tools.

4) Black Men Vote is seeking a Director of Development with 8+ years of political and nonprofit fundraising, including experience developing plans in multi-channel fundraising, ideally in a mix of 527, 501(c)3 and 501(c)4 organizations, as well as facility in building strong relationships with institutional and individual donors & prospects – $120k – search managed by Grossman Solutions 

5) An unspecified national organization dedicated to building a representative democracy & winning elections seeks an experienced Executive Assistant to provide high-level administrative, scheduling, and operational support to the ED – $80k-$90k – 5+ years relevant experience in a similar role desired; ideally within progressive advocacy or political organizations – search managed by Grossman Solutions 

6) Arnold & Porter is seeking a Rankings & Awards Specialist to overseeing the directory submission process, award nominations, and marketing surveys for publication in legal and business trades – $75k-$110k – 3+ years of experience in marketing or public relations driving the business & visibility objectives of organization desired; law firm or professional services firm background preferred.

7) Active Minds – Social Media Associate – $50k – see also main career page 

8) Air Line Pilots Association, International – Communications Specialist – $79k-$113k

9-10) American Association for Justice – see also main career page

• Campaign Manager – $105k-$125k
• Development Assistant – $48k-$52k

11) American Public Health Association – Social Media Specialist – mid-to-high $60k

11-12) The Atlantic

• Senior Associate Editor – $85k-$95k
• Assistant Editor – $69k-$75k

13) Blood Cancer United – Senior Manager, State Campaigns – $85k-$94k – fka Leukemia & Lymphoma Society – see also main career page 

14) BP – Policy Communications & Advocacy Manager 

15-17) Capitol Hill

• Sen. Patty Murray (D-WA) – Deputy Communications Director – $100k
• Sen. John Barrasso (R-WY) – Press Secretary
• Sen. Cory Booker (D-NJ) – Deputy Communications Director

18) Center for American Progress – Development Assistant – $52k-$57k

19) Children’s Inn at NIH – Chief Philanthropy & Communications Officer – search managed by Staffing Advisors 

20) Choice Hotels – Public Relations Manager – $86k-$100k

21) Council on Foreign Relations – Assistant Editor/Editorial Fellow – $55k-$58k – New York – apply by Jan. 26

22-26) Edelman PR

• Vice President, Corporate Communications – $95k-$155k – Technology client focus – DC, New York, Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas or Austin
• Senior Account Supervisor, Technology – $80k-$120k – DC or New York
• Account Supervisor, Global Health – $68k-$96k – DC, New York, Atlanta or Chicago
• Senior Account Exec, Technology PR – $60k-$80k
• Account Exec, Health – $55k-$68k – DC, New York or Chicago

27) George Washington University – Executive Director, Constituent Relations & Development/Law School – $88k-$154k

28) Heritage Foundation – Social Media Fellowship – one-year term –  $55k

29-31) Johns Hopkins University – Baltimore, MD

• Communications Administrator, Dept. of Genetic Medicine – $100k
• Development Coordinator – $35k-$66k
• Communications & Marketing Associate – part-time – $32-$50/hr

32-34) JPMorgan Chase

• Vice President, Trust/Security & Crisis Communications – $123k-$185k – DC or New York
• Vice President, Communications – $123k-$185k – DC or New York
• Vice President, Public Engagement Impact & Governance – $118k-$180k

35) Ketchum – Vice President/Group Manager for Earned Media & Fintech Communications – $155k-$185k – DC, New York, Chicago, or Raleigh

36) Lockheed Martin – Government Relations & Policy Communications Staffer 

37) Martha’s Table – Chief Development & Communications Officer – $185k-$200k – see also main career page 

38) National Guard Association of the U.S. – Government Affairs Admin Assistant – $55k-$70k – apply by Jan. 30

39) National Women’s Law Center – Media Relations Manager – two-year term – $90k-$106k

40) NBC News – Producer, Meet the Press – $90k-$120k

41) Optica – Manager, Marketing & Communications – $55k-$65k – see also main career page 

42) PEN America – Manager, Policy & Government Affairs – $75k-$85k – see also main career page 

43-49) POLITICO

• Deputy Head of Audio/Video
• Audience Editor
• Central Desk Editor
• Playbook Editor
• Brand Content Producer, POLITICO Focus
• Executive Assistant, Newsroom
• Now accepting applications for the POLITICO Journalism Institute (May 26-June 5, 2026) – this competitive training program will admit at least 12 undergraduates, graduate students, or recent grads w/ demonstrated interest in journalism through internships & coursework – apply by Jan. 23

50) Presidents’ Alliance on Higher Education & Immigration – Communications Manager – $80k – apply by Jan. 25 – see also main career page

51) SAIC – Strategic Communications Analyst – $120k-$160k – active Secret clearance required

52) SEIU – Chief Communications Strategist – $162k

53) Third Way – Technology Policy Advisor – $68k-$77k

54) Trust for America’s Health – Director of Strategic Communications & Policy Research – $170k-$185k

55-56) Volunteers of America, Chesapeake & Carolinas – see also main career page

• Director of Marketing & Communications – $125k
• Director of Development – $110k

57) United Nations Foundation – Senior Associate, Communications & Digital Marketing/UNA-USA 

58) Washington Metropolitan Transit Authority – Social Content Specialist – apply by Jan. 23

59-60) Washington Post

• Social Media Editor, Opinions – $82k-$123k
• Video Editor, Opinions – $82k-$123k

61) Welcoming Neighbors Network – Municipal Policy Campaigns Manager – $88k-$110k – 

62) …. and finally: this Marketing & Communications Associate role at Hillwood Estate & Museum in Georgetown puts you in one of the loveliest workplace settings in the area – $60k

2026 is Off to Mixed Start

We start off 2026 with a lot of great new jobs we found over the last few days – and also with the flu. So this may be it for this week. We'll keep you posted. And yes, we did get a flu shot; hopefully that shortens the duration.

1) Our friends at the Partnership for Public Service are recruiting for a Rapid Response & Outreach Manager with 5-7+ years of experience within the social impact, civic engagement, democracy and/or political space, as well as facility with developing public-facing materials including press releases, statements, fact sheets, talking points, etc. – one-year term – $70k-$95k – see also main career page 

2) Ad Hoc – Director of Marketing & Communications – see also main career page 

3-4) Amazon

• Manager, Policy Communications & External Affairs – $114k-$188k – Arlington, Va. or New York
• PR Manager, Worldwide Sustainability – $114k-$188k – Arlington, Va., New York or Seattle

5) American Gas Association – Senior Manager, State Regulatory Affairs – $110k-$135k – see also main career page 

6) American Society of Clinical Oncology – Global Marketing, Communications & Program Strategy Specialist 

7) AMTRAK – Lead Public Relations Specialist, Infrastructure Communications – $94k-$122k

8) ASR International – Strategic Communications Specialist supporting the F-35 Joint Program Office – Secret clearance required – see also main career page 

9) BASF – Government & Industry Affairs Coordinator 

10) Bipartisan Policy Center – Economic & Health Policy Quantitative Consultant – contract status; budgeted for up to $10k/mo for 6 months – see also main career page 

11) Blue Star Families – Associate Director, Government Affairs – $79k-$109k – see also main career page 

12) Brookings Institution – Senior Manager of Government Affairs – $80k-$90k 

13-14) Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms & Explosives

• Supervisory Public Affairs Specialist/Division Chief – $167k-$195k – apply by Jan. 9
• Chief of the Legislative Affairs Division – $167k-$195k – apply by Jan. 9
• we thought these might be the same job listed under different titles, but closer look appears to confirm they’re different roles

15-19) Capitol Hill

• Architect of the Capitol – Communications & Outreach Specialist – $101k-$156k – apply by Jan. 9
• Congressional Research Service – Legislative Research Assistant – $57k-$74k – apply by Jan. 21
• Unspecified Senate Committee, GOP Staff – Communications Director
• Senate Democrat – Legislative Assistant
• House Democratic Policy & Communications Committee – Communications Assistant/Associate – apply today, Jan. 5

20) Children's National Hospital – Assistant Director, Email Development - $86k-$143k

21) Computer & Communications Industry Association – Director of Patent Policy – see also main career page 

22) DC Criminal Justice Coordinating Council – Policy Analyst – $93k-$119k – apply by Jan. 12

23) District Alliance for Safe Housing – Director, Advancement – $115k-$130k – search managed by Good Insight 

24-26) Edison Electric Institute – see also main career page

• Managing Director, Public Affairs – $190k-$290k
• Senior Director, State Legislative Affairs – $160k-$210k
• Manager, Political Affairs – $80k-$125k

27) Embassy of Australia – Senior Policy Officer/Deputy Director for Industry, Science & Resources – $115k-$136k – apply by Jan. 11 – addl. details here – can also search here 

28) Enterprise Community Partners – Vice President, Communications – $200k-$210k – DC; Bethesda, Columbia or Baltimore, MD; New York

29) Forterra – Communications Manager – short-term, contract role through mid-Apr. 2026 – see also main career page 

30) Future Caucus – Coordinator supporting the Policy Innovation Lab (scroll to find) – apply by Jan. 12

31-34) GlaxoSmithKline

• Director, Federal Government Affairs – $171k-$285k – focus on Sen. Finance & House W&M Democrats
• Director, Federal Government Affairs – $171k-$285k – focus on Sen. HELP & House E&C Republicans
• Director, Federal Government Affairs – $171k-$285k – focus Sen. HELP & House E&C Democrats
• State Policy Manager – $132k-$220k

35) Hip Hop Caucus – Director of Development – Senior Director of Development – $160k-$175k – DC or Los Angeles preferred – search managed by DSG Global 

36) Honeywell – Director of Government Relations – $130k-$160k – aerospace focus – see also main career page 

37) Maximus – Senior Vice President, Federal Government Relations – $172k-$368k – see also main career page 

38) Montgomery County, MD Councilmember Evan Glass – Director of Digital Media Strategy – $62k-$75k

39) Mystery employer – Vice President, Policy & Advocacy – $200k-$230k – possibly a financial services association based on what’s noted under “preferred experience” –search managed by Cessna & Associates 

40) Mystery international science-based non-profit – Paid Media Manager – 6-month term – search managed by Creative Circle 

41) National Indian Gaming Commission – Public Affairs Intern – Summer 2026 – $27-$35/hr – apply by Feb. 9

42) Pew Research Center – Assistant Information Graphics Designer – $60k

43) Philip Morris International – Regulatory & Public Policy Manager – $140k-$187k

44) SEIU – Deputy Director, Strategic Initiatives/Capital Stewardship – $141k

45-46) SEIU Local 1199 – DC location currently referenced in headings, but NY, NJ & FL featured in description text 

• Senior Policy Analyst – $103k – apply by Jan. 21
• Political Organizer – $81k – apply by Jan. 22

47-48) United Airlines

• Senior Manager, Regulatory Affairs & Policy – $124k-$162k
• Strategic Engagement & Insights Manager – $102k-$133k

49) UnitedHealth Group – Director, Government Affairs – $132k-$226k

50) U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops – Communications Manager – $79k-$100k

51-52) Vanguard – see also main career page

• Director, Congressional Affairs 
• Senior Director, Regulatory Affairs

53) … and finally:the British Embassy is in search mode for a full-time Gardener for the Ambassador’s Residence Garden – $26/hr – apply by Jan. 11 – whet your interest with further reading on the garden and the architect 

50 to Close Out '25

We wrap 2025 DCPA+CJ programming with – what else? – a lot of great jobs & internships. See you again on Monday, Jan. 5.

Tuesday update: We just stumbled upon this mid-Jan. through Apr. 2026 Public Policy & Government Relations Internship at anti-poverty & human rights NGO InterAction with an $18/hr pay grade & and fast-approaching Jan. 2 priority application deadline – see also main career page. 

1) The Nature Conservancy is seeking a Senior Corporate Engagement Associate with 4+ years of experience in corporate engagement, sustainable finance, ESG, conservation, or similar background – $66k-$103k – role is further described as ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of finance, business, and environmental sustainability, and is ready to take ownership of strategic relationships & projects.

2-3) American Farmland Trust

• Policy Director – $120k
• multiple development/fundraising posts also available

4) Brookings Institution – Special Events Assistant – $53k-$56k

5-7) Center for American Progress

• Chief Development Officer – $210k-$260k
• Senior Fellow, China Policy – $150k-$165k
• Press Assistant – $55k-$63k

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

9) Center on Budget & Policy Priorities – Research Assistant/Associate, Federal Fiscal Policy & Immigration Policy – two-year term, starting June 2026 or sooner – $55k-$63k

10) Chesapeake Bay Foundation – Donor Stewardship Coordinator – $53k-$58k – Annapolis, MD

11) Children’s National Medical Center – Senior Executive Communications Specialist – $93k-$155k

12) Coptic Orphans – Marketing Manager – see also main career page

13) Cosby Marketing – Interns – Summer 2026 – $20/hr – Bethesda or Annapolis – apply by Jan. 15

14-18) DCI Group – see also main career page

• Account Exec, European Affairs – $80k – French and/or German language skills required – DC-based
• Account Exec, Client Services – $70k-$80k
• Account Exec, Strategic Alliances – $70k-$80k
• Account Exec, Media Affairs – $70k-$80k
• Account Associate – $60k

19-22) Edelman PR

• Senior Account Supervisor, Technology – $80k-$120k – DC or New York
• Senior Account Supervisor, Technology PR – $80k-$120k – DC, New York or Atlanta
• Account Exec, Health – $55k-$68k – DC, New York or Chicago
• Account Exec, Technology – $55k-$65k – DC, New York or Atlanta

23) Episcopal Relief & Development – Vice President of Advancement (pdf) – $190k-$195k – DC, New York or Atlanta – see also main career page 

24-25) Federation of American Scientists – see also main career page

• Senior Manager, AI Safety & Security Policy – $110k-$145k
• Government Affairs Manager – $70k-$85k

26) FleishmanHillard – Digital Paid Media Intern – Spring 2026 – $17-$20/hr – apply by Jan. 31

27) Gensler Research Institute – Graphic Designer – $77k-$87k – DC or New York

28-29) Heritage Foundation

• Director, Media & Public Relations – $120k-$140k
• Assistant Director, Media & Public Relations – $105k-$125k

30) Ketchum – Managing Account Supervisor, Sports – $100k-$120k – DC, New York, Chicago or Los Angeles

31) Meta – Public Policy Operations Associate – $119k-$177k

32) New Blue Interactive – Ads Account Coordinator – $50k-$60k

33-36) Reason Foundation

• Editorial Manager
• Copy Editor – freelance role
• Fellowships: Reporter – Producer for Free Media – one year terms
• Summer 2026 Internships – Policy – Marketing – Journalism – apply by Mar. 1

37) Semafor – Congressional Reporter 

38-40) Smithsonian Institution

• Assistant Director of Advancement/Individual Giving supporting the National Museum of African American History & Culture – $142k-$185k – apply by Jan. 9
• Special Assistant, Office of the Regents – $69k-$90k – apply by Jan. 12
• Advancement Assistant supporting the Hirshhorn Museum & Sculpture Garden – $57k-$74k – apply by Jan. 9

41-45) Recent searches via Talent Market

• Foundation for American Innovation – Development Director – $100k-$180k
• Do No Harm – Vice President of Strategic Communications – remote-based
• American Conservation Coalition – State Policy Lead – $65k-$75k – remote-based
• Palmetto Promise Institute – Policy Research & Communications Associate – Columbia, SC
• Center for Independent Employees – Director of Development – remote-based

46) United Food & Commercial Workers – Digital Content Lead – $66k-$84k

47) United Nations Association of the USA – Executive Director – $160k-$198k

48) United Nations Foundation – Interns supporting the U.S. Climate Alliance – late Jan.-late Apr. 2026: Federal & External Affairs – Communications – Policy – $18-$20/hr

49) Urban Institute – Research Assistant, Health Policy – $52k-$65k

50) … and finally: MORI Associates is seeking a Communications Strategist to engage and support NASA’s Citizen Science community to accomplish science that relies on volunteers – $135k-$145k – qualifications include experience writing & winning government grants and master’s degree or PhD in a field of science relevant to NASA’s Science Mission Directorate – see also main career page 

Best wishes for a productive and/or relaxing week in whatever ratio fits you, a safe & satisfying New Year's Eve, and a really really really great 2026 from your favorite™ public affairs jobs resource. See our 12/22 set to find our still-expanding annual dive into best champagnes lists.

You Better Watch Out!

The lyrics to Santa Claus is Coming to Town ring a little different in an era when your refrigerators and cars report back to someone, you know?

On a cheerier note, we've made a list & checked it twice to find some nice, fresh jobs for you. Back again next Monday.

1) The Sustainable Energy & Environment Coalition Institute is looking for an External Affairs Associate with strong communications instincts who wants to use their skills to turn climate & clean energy ambition into real-world progress – they tell us you’ll be part small team where no two days look the same, initiative is expected, and you’ll shepherd ideas from concept to execution – $60-75K – apply by Jan. 20 

2) AARP – Public Relations Director – $135k-$150k

3) Acusensus – Vice President of Government Affairs (scroll to find) – $130k-$147k – see also main career page 

4) American University – Director of Marketing & Communications, WAMU – $108k-$118k

5) Biotechnology Innovation Organization – Director, Federal Government Relations – $175k-$200k – see also main career page 

6) Boy Scouts of America, National Capital Area – Development Director – $95k-$98k

7-12) Capitol Hill

• Senate Republican – Press Secretary
• New England Senate Democrat – Healthcare Legislative Correspondent – apply by Jan. 6
• Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX) – National Security Legislative Correspondent
• Senate Sergeant at Arms – Digital Graphic Designer – $72k-$80k – apply by Jan. 1
• Senate Sergeant at Arms – Photographer – $87k-$102k – apply by Dec. 31
• find more Senate jobs here or subscribe to the House Vacancy Bulletin

13-16) Cato Institute – see also main career page

• Podcast Host & Creative Producer – $70k-$120k
• State Affairs Manager – $70k-$100k
• Social Media Content Producer – $50k-$85k
• Research Associate supporting the Center for Educational Freedom – $52k

17) Center for the Study of Social Policy – Strategic Communications Manager (pdf) – $80k-$100k – apply by Jan. 30

18) Constellation Energy – Political Affairs Manager – $124k-$138k

19) George Washington’s Mount Vernon – Social Media & Video Manager – see also main career page 

20) GlaxoSmithKline – Director, Federal Government Affairs – $171k-$285k – appears to be focused on advocacy w/ Senate HELP Committee members & House E&C Democrats

21-22) Goodwill Industries – see also main career page

• Government Affairs Manager – $80k-$90k – sustainability focus
• Government Affairs Manager – $80k-$90k – tax focus

23) Greenpeace – Senior Director, Climate & Rights – 12-month term – $144k-$165k

24) Institute for Market Transformation – Senior Associate supporting the Building Innovation Hub – $60k-$65k

25-26) Interactive Strategies – see also main career page

• Senior Digital Copywriter, Fundraising – $82k-$113k
• Associate Designer, Fundraising & Digital Marketing – $50k-$75k

27-28) Invariant – see also career page

• Director, Strategic Communications & Public Affairs – $175k-$200k
• Communications & Public Affairs Intern and Government Relations Intern – Summer 2026 – $19-$24/hr

29-30) Library of Congress

• Agricultural Policy Analyst – $120k-$156k – apply by Dec. 31
• Environmental/Air Pollution Policy Analyst – $120k-$156k – apply by Jan. 20

31) Marijuana Policy Project – Development Assistant/Intern – part-time – $22/hr

32) National Asphalt Pavement Association – Senior Manager, Advocacy Communications – $85k-$115k

33) National Disability Institute – Public Policy Fellow – Feb.-Aug. 2026 – $20/hr – apply by Jan. 4

34) SEMI – Senior Director of Public Policy & Advocacy – $185k-$215k – see also main career page 

35) Semiconductor Industry Association – Director, Government Affairs (scroll to find) – $200k-$260k

36-38) Spectrum News

• Senior Manager, News & Content – $107k-$191k
• Senior Political Advertising Account Specialist – $55k-$127k
• Intern – 4-mo. term – for current students

39-40) University of the District of Columbia – see also main career page

• Vice President for Government, Community & Corporate Relations – to $187k
• Website Administrator & Digital Communications Strategist – $81k-$85k

41) United State of Care – Federal Policy & Advocacy Assistant – $50k – apply by Dec. 29

42) U.S. Geospatial Intelligence Foundation – Senior Director of Marketing & Communications – $110k-$120k

43) Young People’s Alliance – Advocacy Director – $70k-$80k

44) … and finally – we finish with one more casting call from American University: Research Assistant/Content Editor supporting the Adventure Scientists’ documentary package highlighting the Hemlock census project – part-time/temporary – $25/hr – responsible for editing & producing a polished 2-minute documentary & four short-form social media videos

Best wishes for an awesome last-day-of-Hanukkah, a lovely Christmas, and/or good vibes for however-you-wrap-up-the-holiday-season from your favorite™ public affairs jobs resource. Be safe, be cheered in the face of adversity, send out the same measures of kindness & empathy that you would like to receive, and we hope Santa is generous to you all.

And while we're at it, here's a reading list if champagne or similar sparklers are on your shopping list:

• Business Insider – Sommelier recommends best sparkling wines under $30
• Champagne & Sparkling Wine World Championships – 2025 Winners
• Chowhound – 8 Hands-Down Most Affordable 'Champagnes' To Pop This Season
• CNN – Best Champagnes of 2025
• Decanter – 96+ Point Champagnes to Try 
• Food & Wine – The Best High-End Champagne for When You Really Want to Treat Yourself
• Food & Wine – Ring in the New Year With Our Editors’ Go-To Wines
• Food & Wine – 22 Sparkling Wines for Every Kind of Holiday Party
• Forbes – Best Champagnes for Christmas 2025
• Forbes – Prestige Champagnes to Pop this New Year’s Eve 
• Forbes – Eight Underrated Sparking Wines for New Year's Eve 
• Forbes – Five Best Champagnes for New Years 2026
• Mashed – I Tried 7 Trader Joe's Sparkling Wines Under $10 and this was the Best Bottle
• Tasting Table – Six Underrated Champagne Brands You Need to Know
• New York Times – Toast the New Year with these Sparkling Wines
• Robb Report – 9 Stellar Champagnes to Pop this New Year's Eve 
• Vine Pair – 25 Best Champagnes for 2025
• Vine Pair – The 7 Best Champagnes to Gift This Holiday
• Vine Pair – Best Cheap Champagnes – note: Vine Pair’s idea of where the cheap line falls may be different than yours
• Vine Pair – 9 Producers You Should Know to Get into Grower Champagne
• Wall Street Journal – Tasting Veuve Clicquot Alternatives 
• Wine Enthusiast – Champagne for Every Occasion
• Wine Enthusiast – Great Champagne Doesn’t Need to Cost More Than $100
• Wine Searcher – Best Champagnes of 2025