Monday, March 28, 2022

Here Are a Lot of Great Jobs

Hello Monday! A lot of great jobs, including a significant portion of direct-to-us leads (1-21) and a an above-average haul of Federal government roles.

1) The American Gastroenterological Association is in search mode for a Communications Manager with 3+ years’ communications experience, as well as command of social media platforms as well as design/creative tools – see also main career page

2-3) International construction/development giant Skanska USA has passed these along; we believe these can also be DC-based*; check back for clarification on that point soon [update: not DC-based, although the Comms Coord post will be expected to travel to DC office at times]:

4) Bloomberg Government is seeking a Legislative Analyst Team Lead to guide their team of talented analysts to produce bill summaries, news stories, and other well-written, accurate, thorough & timely content – 5-7 years of experience in journalism & legislative/policy analysis desired

5) Communities in Schools is seeking a Digital Communications Manager with 5-7 years related experience that demonstrates your strong writing skills & experience developing digital content, as well as proficiency with content management & social media tools; facility with Salesforce a plus – see also main careers page

6-7) Fresh opportunities to support AIDS United’s mission to end HIV in the U.S. & strengthening the health, well-being, and human rights of everyone impacted by the condition:
(scroll to find): [these have been filled]

8) The American Society of Health-System Pharmacists has shared this Marketing & Communications Specialist role suited for candidates with 2-3 years of relevant experience in marketing and/or communications, including significant work writing & deploying content across digital channels – see also main career page.

9-11) Fresh opportunities from the Edison Electric Institute:

12) The Mortgage Bankers Association seeks an Associate Director, Strategic Industry Engagement to develop and implement a strategic plan to ensure that association members are well informed of MBA’s advocacy positions & generate feedback in this area – 3+ years of professional experience desired, ideally in mortgage banking or the financial services industry, and trade association and/or government oversight of that sector.

13-14) Our friends at Crosscut Strategies have let us know they are actively recruiting for these roles (scroll to find):

15) The Center for the Study is seeking a Senior Program Analyst, Capacity Building & Leadership (pdf) – $65k-$90k – 7+ years of relevant experience desired, including work in non-profit policy & strategy areas, particularly anti-poverty, health justice, child welfare and other social justice issues – see also main career page – apply by Apr. 30

16-17) New opportunities supporting the awesome, important work of the International Foundation for Electoral Systems – see also main career page:

18) The United Philanthropy Forum is seeking a Senior Public Policy Communications & Engagement Associate with 4+ years’ experience in policy, advocacy or an equivalent combo of education & experience, as well as a background supporting community organizing, member outreach, government relations, or similar activities – $62k-$72k

19-21) The Council on Foreign Relations has passed along several DC-based roles – see also main career page:

22) Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms & Explosives – Congressional Liaison Specialist – $126k-$164k – apply by Mar. 29

23) Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services – Supervisory Media Relations Officer – $148k-$176k – apply by Mar. 29

24) Election Assistance Commission – Communications Specialist – $74k-$95k

25) Dept. of Education – Legislative Affairs Specialist – $126k-$164k – apply by Apr. 4; subject to early closure

26) Dept. of Energy/Office of Electricity – Supervisory Communications Specialist – $148k-$176k – apply by Mar. 29

27) Federal Trade Commission – Congressional Liaison Specialist – $61k-$97k – apply by Apr. 1

28-31) George Mason University

32-36) George Washington University

37-38) National Association of Broadcasters

39) Office of Congressional Workplace Rights – Executive Director – $143k-$173k – apply by Apr. 29

40-46) Public Citizen

47) U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service – Congressional/Legislative Affairs Specialist – $88k-$137k – Hadley, MA – apply by Apr. 1

48-57) Washington Post – note the handful of non-editorial jobs at end of list

58) Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars – Deputy Director of Congressional Relations – $106k-$138k – apply by Apr. 8

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Monday, March 21, 2022

44 for You

Hello Monday!  Here's your jobs.

1) The National Health Care for the Homeless Council is seeking a National Health Policy Manager (pdf) with 2+ years’ experience in policy/advocacy work and/or community organization, ideally with work in legislative advocacy – $50k-$60k – DC or Baltimore, MD – see also main career page

2) The American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery has passed along this Senior Communications Manager (pdf) role suited for aspirants with 3+ years’ experience
in media relations, communications, and/or PR; background in health/medical communications preferred – Old Town Alexandria Metro-proximate location – see also main career page

3) The Center for Community Progress seeks an Associate Director of Impact & Evaluation (pdf)  with 5+ years of experience in program evaluation and/or nonprofit or government impact measurement;
as well as a strong understanding of monitoring and evaluation methodologies involving both quantitative and qualitative data – see also main career page.

4-7) Aspen Institute

8) BlueGreen Alliance – Campaigns Communications Manager – $75k-$90k

9-10) British Embassy

11-12) Citizens for Responsibility & Ethics in Washington (scroll to find)

13-15) Doctors Without Borders – see also main career page

16-17) Dominion Energy

18-19) Fannie Mae

20-23) Georgetown University

24-25) Goodwill Industries

26-27) International Rescue Committee – see also main career page

28-31) Nature Conservancy

32-34) Pew Charitable Trusts

35-36) Pew Research Center

37-39) POLITICO

40) Transamerica – PAC & Grassroots Engagement Manager

41-42) U.S. Naval Academy Alumni Association – Annapolis, MD

43) Weber Shandwick – Account Director, Media Relations

 44) … and finally: evening & weekend work is part of the package as Manager of Weddings & Events at the Chesapeake Bay Foundation’s handsome, waterfront Merrill Center, but perhaps that also means you’ll be able to score a few reception leftovers, as well; sounds like a fantastic gig to us – $73k – Annapolis, MD – apply by Apr. 1

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Monday, March 14, 2022

Not Fooling Around

It's Monday and we've got a lot of great jobs for you, including 21 from direct-to-us tips.  We're not fooling around and neither should you. Get to it!

1) Giffords, the gun violence prevention organization founded by former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords, is seeking a National Press Secretary with 5+ years of experience in media and/or communications; political campaign or Capitol Hill background preferred – $75k+

2) The Credit Union National Association is recruiting for a Media Relations Strategy Manager with 5+ years’ experience in either media relations, journalism, or related fields; familiarity with financial services issues a plus – search managed by the QTI Group

3-4) Scott Circle Communications is in search mode for:
  • Vice President – 10+ years’ related experience in Congressional, White House, or campaign press setting and/or at a PR firm desired
  • Coordinator – some level of intern or entry-level work experience in a professional setting desired, preferably in communications

5) Dezenhall Resources is seeking a Senior Director with 4+ years of experience in political, communications, public affairs or advocacy roles, including work developing & deploying digital strategies – $90k-$110k

6) Promundo-US, an international NGO working to promote gender equality & prevent violence, seeks a Digital Marketing & Content Associate (pdf) at least 1-3 years’ related experience, such as graphic design, social media, web and/or email service provider management – see also main career page – apply by Mar. 30

7) The Human Rights Campaign is seeking a Director of HIV & Health Equity with 5-7 years of experience in public health or a related field, as well as expertise in HIV policy & advocacy – search managed by Grossman Solutions

8) Collage Group, self-described as the leading source of cultural intelligence about diverse consumers to more than 250 of America’s iconic brands, is in search of a highly motivated & self-directed Public Relations & Communications Manager to build and implement a brand awareness strategy from the ground up – 5+ years’ experience desired – see also main career page.

9-18) Our friends at Fenton have let us know they are looking for communications pros across all levels interested in social impact and progressive social change – DC, New York, San Francisco, Los Angeles or remote-based:

19) The Institute of International Finance has passed along the Digital Platform Associate role – seeking candidates with 2+ years of experience in a digital project/content management role or managing the technology of a high-traffic web platform – see also main career page.

20-21) World Wildlife Fund

22) ACM Strategies – Senior Digital Strategist – $65k-$70k – remote based – apply by Mar. 24

23) Air Line Pilots Association, International – Senior Communications Specialist

24) American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees – Legislative Affairs Specialist – $77k+

25) American Postal Workers Union – Communications Specialist – $64k-$74k

26-28) Blue Cross Blue Shield Association

29) Cox – Media Public Affairs Specialist – Herndon, Chesapeake or Roanoke, Va.

30-32) Edison Electric Institute

33-34) FHI 360

35) HDR – Mid-Atlantic Strategic Communications Manager

36) The Hatcher Group – Digital Project Coordinator

37-44) Hill+Knowlton – DC & other major cities

45-51) Heritage Foundation

52) House of Representatives, Office of the CAO – Videographer – $64k-$73k – apply by Mar. 23

53) International Center for Law & Economics – Program & Events Manager – DC or Portland, OR – or remote based – search managed by Talent Market

54) International Fresh Produce Association – Communication & Public Relations Manager

55) League of Conservation Voters – Donor Engagement & Events Coordinator – $52k-$57k – apply by Mar. 15

56-57) Mercatus Center at George Mason University

58-59) National Employment Law Project

60-65) National Geographic Society

66) Ocean Conservancy – Director of Government Relations – $112k-$130k

67) Population Reference Bureau – Senior Strategic Communications Consultant – may be a temporary assignment based on description – see also main career page

68-73) United Nations Foundation

74) Working America/AFL-CIO – Political Associate – $70k

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Tuesday, March 8, 2022

Mood Level: Medium

We're just kind of feeling medium today.  It reminds us of of Jim Zorn, which may not be a good thing.  Some great direct-to-us leads today; enjoy the search.

1) Ballast Research is in search mode for a Director of Communications & Marketing with 8 + years’ experience in communications, marketing, public relations or similar field; strong writing skills & facility with content management systems, digital graphics applications, and social media also desired.

2-5) Carbon180 continues to grow their team – see also main career page:

6) PAVE – aka Parents Amplifying Voices in Education – is seeking a Communications Coordinator (pdf) with 1-3 years of experience in social media, digital asset and content production; background in coordinating advocacy-focused social media campaigns ideal – $55k-$75k

7) The DC Dept. of Consumer & Regulatory Affairs is seeking an IT Specialist with Drupal experience to manage the agency’s website to include adding content, graphics, and interactive functionality (also described to us as a webmaster role) – strong attention to detail, customer service, oral communication & problem solving are critical – $77k-$99k – see also man DCRA career page, which includes info on upcoming opportunities there.

8-10) Fresh opportunities with RH Strategic:

11) The National Association of Broadcasters is seeking a Communications Manager with 3-5 years of experience in external communications, public relations or related area; Capitol Hill, agency and/or event marketing background a plus – see also main career page

12-15) The National Women’s Law Center has shared several opportunities:

16) Interested in public policy at the local government level? An outstanding writer who can research complex topics and translate them for the public? Someone who thrives in a fast-paced and dynamic environment? Looking to work with a great and growing team of communicators? – that’s Loudoun County’s pitch for this Communications Manager post – $68k-$120k – Leesburg, Va.

17-19) Accountable.US – DC or New York – see also main career page

20) American Retirement Association – Political Affairs Manager – search managed by Seamless HR Solutions

21) Center for Community Progress – Events Coordinator (pdf) – $55k-$65k – apply by Mar. 31

22-24) Consumer Brands Association

25) DC Office of the Chief Technology Officer – Writer/Editor – $89k-$115k – apply by Mar. 15

26-27) Destination DC

28-35) Georgetown University

36) ONE Campaign – Executive Director, North American Advocacy – DC or New York

45) Washington Post

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Thursday, March 3, 2022

All Too Relevant

1) The PAN Foundation is seeking an experienced Web Content Strategist to accessible and world-class user experience for their 1 million one million annual site visitors looking for help with out-of-pocket treatment costs & other health needs – can be remote-based – $78k-$84k – see also main career page

2) VEIC/DC Sustainable Energy Utility seeks a Public Relations Manager with 8+ years of experience that demonstrate a strong internal drive, tenacity & perseverance to deliver high impact PR results. 

3-4) Fresh opportunities with our pals at communications group kglobal:

5) The Association of Governing Boards of Universities & Colleges is seeking a Strategic Communications & Public Policy Associate (pdf) with strong organizational & communications skills; experience in writing for higher education leaders and members of the media a plus – Director of Marketing post noted, as well – see also main career page

6) The Virginia Dept. of Transportation has shared this part-time Communications Coordinator role supporting their Office of Strategic Innovation – knowledge of communications/PR practices and ability to speak in front of groups desired – $20-$39/hr – can be remote based anywhere in Virginia; travel to events across the state required – apply by Mar. 14

7-10) Amazon

  1. Senior Manager, Public Policy
  2. Manager, Public Policy
  3. Communications Manager, Finance & Global Business Services
  4. PR Manager, Customer Trust & Retail Communications

11-13) American University

14) The Atlantic – Assistant Editor, Science/Technology, & Health – DC or New York

15-17) British Embassy

18) Commission on Civil Rights – Public Affairs Specialist – $106k-$138k – apply by Mar. 11

19-23) FleishmanHillard

24) House of Representatives – Bill Clerk – to $121k – apply by Mar. 4

25) Library of Virginia – Communications & Marketing Director – to $110k – Richmond, Va.

26-27) Milken Center for Advancing the American Dream

28) National Board for Professional Teaching Standards – Director, Communications & Marketing

29-34) Niskanen Center

35-40) Pew Charitable Trusts

41-42) St. Mary’s College – St. Mary’s City, MD

43) US Trade & Development Agency – Public Affairs Specialist – $106k-$164k – apply by Mar. 22

44) Virginia Dept. of Health/Alexandria Health Dept. – Communications Officer – $64k-$80k

45) World Wildlife Fund – multiple Summer 2022 Intern (scroll to find) roles available – $16/hr

46) … and finally: how about an all-too-relevant job for these twitchy times? Director of Communications for the Nuclear Threat Initiative would seem to fit that bill.

47) … and finally, part 2: of course we thought this would be an apt moment to check in on any availabilites at the Embassy of Ukraine, but their website is either too overwhelmed or perhaps being cyber-thwarted – so just get a beer at one of Dacha DC’s outposts, as they are raising money to aid Ukrainian citizens or check out DCist’s list of other local Ukraine-related worthy causes.

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

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Monday, February 28, 2022

Life During Wartime

Take a break from doom-scrolling and do some job-scrolling, instead. Good to be back.

1) Fairfax County is seeking a Social Content Editor with 5+ years’ relevant experience – significant previous experience managing social media in government, facility with Drupal, Hootsuite & Sharepoint, and ability to develop/incorporate graphics, video & photos into content preferred – $60k-$100k – apply by Mar. 4

2) The National Wildlife Federation is seeking a Communications Manager to spotlight their Hispanics Enjoying Camping, Hunting & the Outdoors program – $65k-$75k – 6+ years of experience working in communications, government relations, political campaigns, public relations, public affairs, or journalism desired – fluent/conversational Spanish language proficiency preferred.

3) We got tired of doom-scrolling. We decided to own our power and do something – so says the lean-and-green Climate Changemakers team, who are seeking a remote-based Marketing Manager (pdf) possessing familiarity with the publications, key voices, range of narratives, and cultural & political contexts of the climate emergency as well as a track record of generating impact using a range of marketing & communications strategies – $62k-$70k

4) Patients for Affordable Drugs has shared this Digital Director (Google doc link) post with an $85k-$95k pay grade – 4+ years or campaign cycles of digital strategy and organizing and paid media experience with non-profits, on Capitol Hill, political or advocacy campaigns, or similar is required; background in health care & drug pricing policy is preferred.

5-6) National Geographic Society – searches managed by Chaloner:

7) The International Society for Stem Cell Research is seeking a Director of Policy (scroll to find) with 5-10 years of experience in advocacy, policy-making, or lobbying efforts with policy and decision-makers, as well as knowledge of the scientific research enterprise; familiarity with the process of developing new medical treatments a plus – additional marketing & program support posts also noted.

8) The American Hospital Association is actively recruiting for this Senior Communications Specialist role suited for candidates with 5+ years of professional writing and editing experience; background working on health care issues a plus – $74k-$92k

9) ZemiTek is recruiting for a Senior Communications Specialist in Trainings & Metrics to support USAID – 5+ years’ experience in digital communications as well as demonstrated ability in designing and leading trainings around of the use of internal platforms & intranet systems desired.

10-12) Our pals at the Center for Science in the Public Interest have shared these:

13) The Annie E. Casey Foundation has let us know they are actively recruiting for this Senior Communications Associate role overseeing day-to-day operations of its websites & newsletters with a focus on content development & production – Baltimore, MD – see also main career page.

14) New America is seeking a full-time Communications Intern for the Summer 2022 term – paid position – excellent writing, proofreading & copy-editing skills, high attention to detail, and extensive experience preparing content for e-newsletters desired – apply by Apr. 22 – additional Intern roles and a pair of communications jobs (scroll to find) also shown.

15) World Wildlife Fund – Social Media Specialist – 2-6+ years’ experience in digital engagement with a focus on social media desired

16) Staffing agency Whitman Associates has passed along a suite of career advice resources for professionals – and we also see several admin, membership, operations & support roles they are helping to fill.

17) Architect of the Capitol – Senior Communications Specialist – $126k-$164k – apply by Mar. 7

18) Aspen Institute – Senior Communications Officer

19-21) Axios

22) Boeing – Communications Specialist – described as a mid-level role – two positions available; Arlington, Va. along w/ many other location options

23-27) Brookings Institution

28) DoorDash – Manager, Federal Government Relations

29) Mathematical Association of America – Communications Coordinator (pdf) – see also main career page

30-32) National Governors Association

33) National Highway Traffic Safety Administration – Public Affairs Specialist – $89k-$116k – apply by Mar. 7

34-36) POLITICO

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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 Trusts – Advertising 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 Employees – Digital Communications Specialist – $71k

17-19) British Embassy

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

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

22) Center for Mind-Body Medicine – Development Director

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

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

25-26) George Mason University

27-29) George Washington University

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

31) National Taxpayers Union – Director 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 Fargo – Senior 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.  

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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 Fund – Communications Manager, Private Sector Engagement – 8+ years’ relevant experience desired

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

29) Capitol Hill

30-35) Georgetown University

36) Millennium Challenge Corporation – Deputy 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 League – Interns – Summer 2022 – paid positions – DC or New York – apply by Feb. 18

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

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

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