Friday, February 18, 2022

Storied, Sustainable, Congressional & Multiplatform

Hello Fr!day job-wanters!  See you again next Wednesday (hopefully).

1) Ballast Research is seeking an Associate Director of Policymaker Content with 5+ years’ experience as a program or product manager, with experience creating content and/or building communities for sophisticated audiences as well as work engaging senior policymakers on the Hill.

2) The storied National Geographic Society is recruiting for a Senior Director, Integrated Marketing with 12+ years of experience in communications, marketing, branding, public relations or a related field, including prior experience supporting fundraising and/or advancement efforts – $155k+ – search managed by Chaloner

3) The National Association of State Aviation Officials is seeking a Communications Manager with at least 1-2 years of progressive relevant experience, preferably in nonprofit trade/professional association setting  or on Capitol Hill

4-5) ZemiTek has passed along these fresh opportunities supporting USAID bureaus:

6) Pine Gate Renewables is seeking a Director of External Affairs with 5+ years’ experience in external affairs, public relations and/or corporate communications & strong writing skills – can be located in in fast-growing & fun-in-our-experience Asheville, NC or remotely based on East Coast.

7) Democracy Forward has shared this Deputy Press Secretary role suited for candidates with 3+ years of communications experience in a campaign, agency, or non-profit setting – $60k-$70k

8) Pew Charitable TrustsAdvertising Strategy Officer – your 8+ years of overall experience should include at least 3-5 years of implementing cross-channel paid media strategies at a digital or creative agency, nonprofit or association preferred.

9-12) Alliance for Health Policy

13-15) American Enterprise Institute

16) American Federation of State, County & Municipal EmployeesDigital Communications Specialist – $71k

17-19) British Embassy

20) Bureau of Ocean Energy ManagementPublic Affairs Specialist – $89k-$141k – apply by Feb. 25

21) Bureau of PrisonsLegislative Affairs Specialist – $126k-$164k – apply by Mar. 1

22) Center for Mind-Body MedicineDevelopment Director

23) Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Congressional Liaison – $83k-$141k – apply by Mar. 2

24) General Services AdministrationSocial Media Specialist – $74k-$116k – apply by Mar. 2

25-26) George Mason University

27-29) George Washington University

30) Mystery, international, non-profitMarketing & Communications Specialist – search managed by the Sparks Group

31) National Taxpayers UnionDirector of Technology Policy – search managed by Talent Market

32-33) Volunteers of America – search Alexandria location, scroll to find – see also main career page

34-48) Washington Post

49) Wells FargoSenior Media Advisor

50-51) … and finally: how about taking your career to currently sleepy & secure Europe with the folks at Marriott:

Best wishes for an extra-great weekend from your favorite™ public affairs jobs resource.  

Monday, February 14, 2022

64 for You

Hello post-Super Bowl LVI Monday and happy Valentine's Day; we hope both (or at least one of them) played/plays out well for you. We collected a lot of direct-to-us (1-27) leads since we last checked in.

1) The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers is seeking a Communications Representative to wear social media expert, digital campaign strategist & writer hats – $119k – 3+ years’ experience in a similar role at a labor or progressive organization desired – apply by Mar. 4

2) The Children’s Hospital Association is seeking a Digital Communications Manager with of 5+ years of experience in communications & digital storytelling skills – knowledge of hospitals, health policy, children’s issues, state and federal legislative processes and constituency building within an association preferred.

3) The Council for Exceptional Children has passed along a Digital Media Specialist (scroll to find) role – $60k-$75k – 1-3 years’ experience in graphic or digital design desired.

4-8) Multiple opportunities available with our friends at communications cabal kglobal – see also main career page

9) Democrat/progressive direct mail firm Mission Control is looking for Junior & Senior Writer candidates with effective, speedy writing chops and some familiarity with direct mail, political messaging, and both persuasion and GOTV tactics – $50k-$90k

10) Mission capability integrator and enterprise IT provider Peraton is recruiting for an Editorial Content Lead to serve as the company’s storyteller; successful candidate will help to advance  business outcomes, customer solutions, and brand reputation by planning, sourcing & generating content that educates, inspires & influences external audiences.

11-12) The Center for the Study of Social Policy has shared these – see also main career page

  • Program Analyst (pdf) – $50k-$65k – focus on early childhood education & other education-related work – 2-7 years’ relevant experience desired – apply by Mar. 1
  • Senior Policy Analyst (pdf) – $65k-$90k – areas of focus include child welfare policy – 7-15 years relevant experience desired – apply by Mar. 10

13) The American Registry for Internet Numbers is in search mode for a Social Media & Content Specialist with 5+ years of experience with writing and coordinating social media and outreach in a professional setting – Government Affairs Analyst role also shown available.

14) The American Academy of PAs is seeking a dynamic Manager, Media Relations with 3-5+ years of  experience in a communications-related field, preferably in a position directly associated with media; background in public health or healthcare field a plus – $60k-$70k – see also main career page

15-16) Families Against Mandatory Minimums has shared two roles:

17) Crosscut Strategies is recruiting for a highly-organized & unflappable Director of Operations with 5+ years’ experience, including admin & operations-related work.

18) Resources for the Future is seeking a Staff Writer/Reporter with 3+years of related experience in editing, publishing, or editorial research – hands-on experience with scholarly research a plus, particularly in economics – see also main career page

19-24) The National Council of Indian Urban Health is actively recruiting for these – see also main career page

25) Consumer Brands is seeking a Manager, Media Relations with 3-5 years in media role or related field as well as superior project management skills.

26) Drexel University is hiring an Engagement Officer to support the Nowak Metro Finance Lab – 3+ years’ experience & background related to neighborhood and economic development, civic engagement, policy/communications, or similar field desired – while Drexel is based in Philadelphia, the position can be fully remote – apply by Mar. 4

27) World Wildlife FundCommunications Manager, Private Sector Engagement – 8+ years’ relevant experience desired

28) Bureau of Land ManagementPublic Affairs Specialist – $126k-$164k – apply by Feb. 17; subject to early closure

29) Capitol Hill

30-35) Georgetown University

36) Millennium Challenge CorporationDeputy Vice President, Congressional & Public Affairs – $143k-$197k – apply by Feb. 25

37-38) Montgomery Parks

39-40) National Cattlemen's Beef Association

41-54) National Public Radio

55-56) National Trust for Historic Preservation – opportunities supporting their Main Street America affiliate

57) National Urban LeagueInterns – Summer 2022 – paid positions – DC or New York – apply by Feb. 18

58) Prince George’s County Parks & RecreationWriter – $54k-$95k – fluency in Spanish required – apply by Mar. 17

59-64) Smithsonian Institution (scroll to find except as noted)

Thursday, February 3, 2022

Your Thursday Set

1) The World Resources Institute is recruiting for a Communications Coordinator to support their Energy Program – $53k-$68k – 3+ years of relevant experience working in public relations, journalism, or communications with salient link to climate, energy or broader environmental issues moves your CV to the top of the stack.

2) Stones’ Phones describe themselves as the go-to firm for Democratic candidates & progressive organizations who want to run smart, innovative phone campaigns – and they’ve asked us to share this entry-level Project Associate post – $40k – recent college grads or college seniors encouraged to apply – DC or Columbus, OH

3-6) Fresh searches helmed by our friends at Grossman Solutions:

7) Dow has passed along this Government Affairs Manager post suited for aspirants with 5+ years of experience in federal government affairs or in a congressional office, with emphasis on advocacy and congressional and agency relations work – we’re told the opportunity will remain open through Feb. 14, but that’s no excuse to procrastinate!

8-10) The National Endowment for Democracy is looking to expand their roster:

11-14) Advancement Project – see also main career page

15) ASCDSocial Media Strategist – up to $60k – see also main career page

16-17) American Academy of Physician Assistants

18) Association of American Medical CollegesLegislative Analyst

19-23) CNN

24-27) Edelman PR

28-29) Environmental Defense Fund

30-32) Hamilton Place Strategies

33) PATH Marketing Copywriter – DC or Seattle, WA

34-36) Pew Charitable Trusts

37) Rails-to-Trails ConservancyAdvocacy Outreach Director

38) Rape, Abuse & Incest National NetworkSpanish Outreach Coordinator – advanced proficiency in Spanish required – apply by Mar. 20

39-40) Public Accountability Initiative – remote based – pay may be supplemented by COLA adjustment based on location

41-43) Search for Common Ground – see also main career page

44-46) Truman Center/Truman National Security Project

47) United Way of the National Capitol AreaSenior Manager, Individual Giving

48-52) University of Maryland

53) Visit BaltimoreHousing & Call Center Information Specialist (pdf) – bilingual w/ Spanish required – Baltimore, MD

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

Monday, January 31, 2022

Management, Priorities, Consulting & Strategy

Welcome back to your slowly-warming (we hope) job-seek week!  Enjoy the jobs!

 1) Dezenhall Resources, a self-described non-partisan, boutique crisis management & public affairs firm, is seeking a highly organized Senior Director (scroll to find) with strong writing skills & 4+ years of experience in political, communications, public affairs or advocacy-focused roles.

2-4) The Izaak Walton League of America has shared this Conservation Policy Manager (scroll to find) role suited for candidates with 3-5 years of public policy experience in Congress, the Executive Branch, or related non-profit or private sector employment, along with demonstrated ability to engage & mobilizing grassroots advocates – $60k-$65k – apply by Feb. 18 – IWLA is also recruiting for:

5) Help highlight Emerge’s efforts to recruit, train, and support Democratic women who want to run for political office as Deputy Communications Director – $75k-$85k – 3+ years’ experience in communications, politics, and/or public policy work desired, including significant writing and communications responsibilities.

6) The Nutrition Coalition is seeking an Executive Director with 10+ years relevant campaign, organizational management and leadership experience; scientific, medical, nutrition, or public health background is helpful – search managed by Chaloner

7-12) Unify America, a nonpartisan group on a mission to replace politics with problem solving, is actively recruiting for these:

13) FairVote is in search mode for a Research Analyst with experience using spreadsheet applications such as Google Sheets or Microsoft Excel, and at least one advanced analytics tool such as R, Python, or similar, as well as knowledge of statistical methodologies & analyses – $55k-$65k

14) Bureau of Land ManagementPublic Affairs Specialist – $126k-$164k – apply by Feb. 10; subject to early closure.

15) C&O Canal TrustDirector of Marketing & Communications – $45k-$55k – apply by Mar. 4

16-24) Center on Budget & Policy Priorities

25) General Services AdministrationLead Public Affairs Specialist – $106k-$138k – apply by Feb. 7

26-27) Freedman Consulting – see also main career page

28-29) Intelsat – see also main career page

30) Marriott InternationalSenior Director, Public Relations, U.S. & Canada

31) Nemours Children’s HealthPublic Relations/Communications Program Manager – DC; Wilmington, DE, Jacksonville or Orlando, FL

32-35) Fresh searches managed by Talent Market:

36) Transportation Security AdministrationPublic Affairs Specialist – $58k-$110k – apply by Feb. 1

37) USAgingProgram Associate/Senior Program Associate – apply by Feb. 11

38-39) Weber Shandwick

40-41) West End Strategy Team

42) … and finally: just to be clear, we were not actively looking for jobs in warmer locales in response to this weekend’s punishing temps – but this Honolulu-based Public Affairs Specialist post with the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service we happened upon is nonetheless filling us with balmy, tropical reveries – $97k-$127k – apply by Feb. 8

Tuesday, January 25, 2022

So Get to It, OK?

Friday update: disappointed that we only managed one post this week; see you Monday.

No nonsense, just jobs (47) and a few internships (7) today.  That's it.

1) The International Tax and Investment Center is seeking a Program Assistant (scroll to find) with previous admin experience & program management responsibilities in an international-oriented setting – apply by Feb. 7

2-6) The American Chemical Society has shared multiple currently available posts:

7) The National Institute on Retirement Security is recruiting Manager of Membership Services with top-notch organizational skills & facility with Adobe Creative Cloud applications – $45k-$50k

8) Squared Communications is looking for a self-motivated Intern (scroll to find) interested in learning about all aspects of the public relations field - $17/hr – remote-based

9-11) American Battlefield Trust

12) American Frozen Food InstituteVice President of Communications

13-14) American Society of Anesthesiologists – Schaumburg, IL

15-17) Anthem

18) Architect of the Capitol Communications/Congressional Relations Intern – Summer 2022 – $15/hr – apply by Jan. 31

19-21) Associated Builders & Contractors – see also main career page

22) Blue OriginPAC & Government Relations Manager

23-27) Booz Allen Hamilton – DoD/military-related experience/focus noted for all of these

28) Building Owners & Managers Association – Director of Communications

27) Carnegie Council for Ethics & International AffairsInterns – Mar.-May 2022 – communications & research specialties noted – remote-based

28) Center for International Policy Executive Assistant/Communications Associate

29-32) Conservation Fund – see also main career page

33-35) FP1 Strategies

36) Jewish Federation of St. Louis/Kaplan Feldman Holocaust MuseumDirector of External Affairs – St. Louis, MO

37) KellenSenior Director, Government Relations

38) Pew Charitable TrustsFiscal Federalism Associate – focus on quantitative research analysis/budget & tax policy issues

39-41) Pew Research Center

42-45) POLITICO

46-48) Save the Children – DC or Fairfield, CT

49) U.S.-China Economic & Security ReviewCongressional Fellow – $54k-$64k – apply by Jan. 30

50) Volunteers of AmericaSenior Director, Campaign – fundraising/development focus

51-52) Washington Nationals

53) Washington WizardsSocial Media Manager

54) Woodrow Wilson International Center for ScholarsSocial Media Specialist – $56k-$72k – apply by Feb. 4

Friday, January 21, 2022

Tartan

Hello Friday job-scourers!  Let's get to it!

Friday afternoon update: we just stumbled across this DC-or-NYC-based Associate Director, Major Gifts post with the International Crisis Group sporting a fast-approaching Jan. 23 application deadline, so we figured we'd better add it now.

1) National Nurses United is looking to bring aboard two Social Media Specialists with excellent writing skills and solid experience using Facebook, Twitter, Instagram for progressive campaigns, as well as fluency in social media performance metrics – can be DC-based or in one of several California locations offered.

2) The American Gaming Association has shared this Senior Manager, Media Relations post suited for candidates with 3-6 years’ media relations and communication experience along with strong writing skills – note the read more+ link at right on listing to see full description.

3-6) Opportunities available to join AIDS United’s work advocating for social justice & access to healthcare for individuals with HIV (scroll to find):

6) USAID is recruiting for a Strategic Communications Specialist (pdf) to support the Office of Transition Initiatives on contract basis – $106k-$138k – 5+ years’ related experience that includes work implementing outreach campaigns & producing relevant content desired – apply by Jan. 26

7-9) American Association for Justice – see also main career page

10-11) American Gastroenterological Association

12-13) American Hospital Association

14-17) Beekeeper Group

18-19) Center for Public Integrity – see also main career page

20) Consumer Healthcare Products AssociationDirector, Communications & Media Relations (pdf) – see also main career page

21-23) DC Office of the Mayor

24-25) Hospital & Healthsystem Association of Pennsylvania (scroll to find)

26-27) Interfaith Alliance

28-29) League of Conservation Voters

30-31) Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty

32) Research!AmericaSenior Director of Global Health Advocacy – search managed by Staffing Advisors

33) University of Maryland, Baltimore CountyPolicy Specialist/Policy Analyst supporting the Hilltop Institute – Medicaid policy focus – Baltimore, MD – apply by Jan. 30

34) U.S. News & World ReportMedia Relations Director – see also main career page

35) WETA – multiple producer, social media, and other roles (scroll to find) supporting NewsHour & Washington Week noted

36-38) …. and finally: this Relationships Manager, Scottish Government post with our friends at the British Embassy includes work engaging Capitol Hill’s Friends of Scotland Caucus, who boast an officially registered Tartan pattern – $26/hr – apply by Feb. 1 – other opportunities with the Embassy include:

Best wishes for a grand & winning weekend from your favorite™ public affairs jobs resource. 

Tuesday, January 18, 2022

Thousands of Jobs ...

... noted in item #1, plus a lot of other great opportunities as we start to get back on track to more regular (we hope) posting.  And, if you didn't catch Friday's pre-holiday-weekend set, you missed a bunch of of terrific, direct-to-us submissions.

1) We’ll start off your job-search week by highlighting Thursday’s news of the coming-soon DOE Clean Energy Corps and its attendant resume portal – the planned 1,000+ roles to be filled will apparently include communications, legislative affairs, and public policy.

2) Progressive-oriented narrative messaging pioneer The New Media Firm seeks Principal, Digital with 8-10+ years of experience leading digitally driven campaigns and/or advocacy projects designed to mobilize & persuade communities & voters – search managed by Grossman Solutions

3) Feldman Strategies has shared this Communications Coordinator suited for candidates with have at least one year of communications experience in a firm, campaign, Capitol Hill or other setting;  can include substantive internship work – $42k+

4) Global leadership retreat facilitator Dialog is seeking an efficient & creative Assistant Director, Events with experience successfully directing or assistant-directing large, multi-day events for VIP participants – high-profile tech-industry founders, a remote-forever promise, and potential travel are also part of the equation for this intriguing opportunity.

5) American Institute of Aeronautics and AstronauticsStaff Reporter for Aerospace America

6) American UniversityMarketing & Communications Coordinator for the Arts

7) Atlas NetworkDonor Communications Manager – search managed by Talent Market

8) Brady & Center to Prevent Gun ViolenceDevelopment & Donor Relations Associate

9-10) Council on Foreign Relations

11-13) Economic Policy Institute

14) Federal Energy Regulatory CommissionVisual/Graphic Design Specialist – $72k-$113k – apply by Jan. 26

15-16) FHI 360 – see also main career page

17) Ford FoundationDigital Writer & Editor – New York – see also main career page

18-23) George Mason University

24) Georgetown UniversityCommunications Manager, School of Continuing Studies

25-27) George Washington University

28) HHS/Health Resources & Services AdministrationPublic Affairs Specialist – $106k-$138k – digital communications focus – apply by Jan. 31

29-31) Information Technology Industry Council – searches managed by Cessna & Associates

32-33) National Consumers League (scroll to find)

34-37) Nature Conservancy

38) Pew Charitable TrustsSenior Director, Government Relations

39-41) Refugees International

42) Sidwell Friends SchoolChief Communications Officer

43-44) Smithsonian Institution (scroll to find)

45) State Dept.Public Affairs Specialist – $106k-$138k – digital communications focus – apply by Jan. 24

46-48) United Nations Foundation

Friday, January 14, 2022

Still Scuffling, but We've Got Some Great Jobs For You

We're still scuffling to get 2022 going the way we'd like (ha! good luck with that!), but we do have a lot of excellent, straight-to-us job submissions (1-24) for your Friday search.

1) Aerospace Industries AssociationManager. Strategic Initiatives – +2 years work experience in marketing, communications, public affairs, or social impact desired

2) Metropolitan Washington Airports AuthorityMedia Relations Specialist – $84k-$121k – poise under pressure & 5+ years of experience in corporate or industry media relations/communications desired – apply by Jan. 22

3) American Association for the Advancement of ScienceWeb & Publications Associate supporting SciLine – 1-3 years of experience in website management and/or digital search technologies required

4-6) Fresh opportunities from the lifestyle, food/beverage, & tourism-focused PR pros at Linda Roth & Associates:

7-9) The folks at the Washington Post passed along this awesome Publicist gig with a Sunday-Thursday 1:00pm-9:30pm shift – here’s some other recent opportunities we’ve noted:

10) EMC CommunicationsSenior Associate – $56k-$65k – 2-3 years of experience working in communications required; journalism background a plus – DC, San Francisco or Sacramento, CA

11) Signal GroupExecutive Vice President, Communications (scroll to find) – 15+ years of experience in communications required, or at an integrated agency, with at 5 years in a leadership role, as well a proven record of success in pitching & client procurement.

12-13) Destination DC

  • International Media Relations Manager – ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of PR experience, be creative, resourceful and passionate about promoting DC to international audiences.
  • Digital Marketing Manager – 4+ years' experience in digital marketing with a focus on digital content production & facility w/ relevant applications required

14-16) Loudoun County – Leesburg, Va.

17) America Votes Senior Deputy Political Director – 8+ years campaign or political experience required, including knowledge of independent expenditure campaigns – search managed by Grossman Solutions

18) World Resources InstituteSenior Communications Manager supporting the Systems Change Lab – 10+ years of experience in a communications role with three+ years in a leading strategic capacity desired, preferably at an environmental or sustainable development nonprofit or other mission-based setting.

19) Crosscut StrategiesAssociate/Senior Associate (scroll to find) – 1-2 years of experience working with social & traditional, writing materials for public distribution, conducting policy and media research, and coordinating media events desired.

20-21) Center for Science in the Public Interest:

22) World Wildlife FundAssociate Specialist, Integrated Marketing – 2+ years of online marketing/advertising experience required.

23) Communities in SchoolsCommunications Intern – available ASAP – interest in the education landscape & ability to write for online & print audiences desired

24) Sierra ClubIntern supporting the Outdoors Alliance for Kids – $15/hr – 6-month term – knowledge of justice, environmental/conservation, health and wellness, youth and/or outdoors movements sought

25) Association of American Publishers Director/Senior Director/Vice President Communications (pdf) – see also main career page

26) The AtlanticSenior Ideas Editor

27) ONE CampaignCoordinator supporting ONE’s President – this fellow, we guess

28) … and finally: the Bulletin of Atomic Scientists, the folks behind the iconic Doomsday clock (currently at 11:58:20 pm), are seeking an Associate Editor to join their self-assessed staff of “brilliant, highly educated over-achievers.” DC-based candidates preferred.  P.S. – the 2022 clock reset announcement is scheduled for Jan. 20.

29-30) and finally, part 2: here’s a couple of admin roles with our friends at the British Embassy

  • Project Coordinator – $21/hr – duties include managing storage & reinstall of all Embassy Fine Arts & Furnishings in the Ambassador’s Residence & associated properties – apply by Jan. 24
  • HR Officer, Compensation – $62k – apply by Jan. 31

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

Thursday, January 6, 2022

Off to a ____ Start

Welcome back to your job-search.  It's been a scrambling, stumbling 2022 out-of-the-gate so far, but we'll all hit our stride soon enough.

1) Dairy stalwart Land O’Lakes  has shared this Senior Communications Manager role promoting their Venture 37 agricultural research/support affiliate – 5+ years’ relevant communications experience desired – DC or Alden Hills, MN

2) Prince William County Public Schools is hiring a Web Communications Specialist to help manage website content for the school division & nearly 100 schools –  $52k-$127k – Manassas, Va. – apply by Jan. 9

3) KPMG has let us know they are recruiting for two Key Account Marketing Managers focusing on Federal government clients – 8+ years of marketing, account management or other relevant experience required, background in professional services environment preferred – DC, McLean, Va. or Baltimore, MD

4) America Votes is seeking a Data Support Director with at least two cycles of experience in a mid-to-senior political data role along with strong staff & project management skills – search managed by Grossman Solutions

5) MACPAC, a legislative branch agency that advises Congress on Medicaid & CHIP policy issues, is seeking a Communications Specialist with 2+ years of relevant experience, as well as facility with social media & content management applications.

6) ZemiTek is seeking a Communications Specialist to support their USAID Bureau for Development, Democracy & Innovation client – 10 years of experience required, including a background in gender-related issues in development.

7) The National Council on Teacher Quality seeks an organized & highly motivated Development Associate (scroll to find) on a part-time/remote basis – proficiency with G-Suite including Docs, Sheets, Slides desired; experience managing Shared Drives a plus – apply by Jan. 28

8) American Enterprise InstituteInterns, Summer 2022 (scroll to find) – various specialties offered

9-12) American University

13-15) Booz Allen Hamilton

16-22) Center for American Progress

23-27) George Washington University

28-37) Johns Hopkins University – Baltimore, MD

38-40) March of Dimes

41) ONE CampaignDevelopment Coordinator

42) Pew Charitable TrustsCommunications Officer, Safety & Justice

See you again next week.  Best wishes for a lovely, omicron-free Friday+weekend from your favorite™ public affairs jobs resource.