Public Affairs Officer- Junior

About the role

The Public Affairs Officer – Junior, at Parsons, provides essential administrative and operational support to the public affairs team. This role is designed for a motivated and organized individual eager to develop foundational skills in the public affairs field.

Responsibilities

• Media Monitoring: Compile and distribute daily press clippings and news summaries for leadership.
• Content Development & Execution: Produce high-volume public affairs content in AP Style with minimal errors, including articles, newsletters, social media, podcasts, website content, daily news clips, communication plans, video concepts/scripts, and related products.
• Digital Media Management: Create platform-specific social media content and photojournalist products. Conduct trend research, build content calendars, and deliver analytics for social and web performance.
• Outreach Support: Provide public affairs support for conferences, academic outreach, and community events. Develop materials for industry, academia, leadership, and DoD/IC stakeholders (presentations, briefing books, slick sheets, brochures, handouts, agendas).
• Engagement & Awards Support: Plan and execute high-level external events/campaigns, ensuring all planning is completed three business days prior. Prepare visit-specific presentations, briefing books, and related materials, with planning completed three business days in advance. Support the Geospatial Intelligence Hall of Fame program: publicize nominations, process packages, coordinate reviews, serve as board secretary, and plan and oversee the annual awards event.

Requirements

• Education: A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Political Science, or a related field is required. In lieu of a bachelor’s degree, the candidate must have 2+ years of direct public affairs or journalism experience.
• Experience: 2+ years of professional experience or relevant internships in a public relations or journalism setting.
• Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication abilities with an eagerness to draft, edit, and proofread materials.
• Attention to Detail: A high degree of accuracy and thoroughness when completing tasks such as compiling media clips, maintaining contact lists, or scheduling posts.
• Organizational Skills: The ability to assist with multiple tasks and prioritize assignments effectively in a fast-paced support role.
• Proficiency with standard office software (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite) and major social media platforms (e.g., X/Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook).

Qualifications

• Must have a current/active TS/SCI clearance or higher Security Clearance Requirement.

Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• A high degree of accuracy and thoroughness.
• The ability to assist with multiple tasks and prioritize assignments effectively.
• Proficiency with standard office software and major social media platforms.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Paid time off
• 401(k)
• Life insurance
• Flexible work schedules
• Holidays

Pay

Salary Range: $26.59 - $46.54

Schedule

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team. The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.