Public Affairs Specialist

Duties

• Support and manage events, outreach programs, campaigns, ceremonies, and assignments.
• Manage message content to ensure consistency across the division.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute special events (e.g., ceremonies, official visits), ensuring all required activities are completed and aligned with the government lead and stakeholders.
• Support all division conference exhibit activities.
• Contribute to division strategic initiatives, including drafting press releases and articles, developing communications strategies, and leading strategic design for major events and conferences.
• Cook up community and stakeholder relations and lead execution of the division’s strategic community outreach plan to stakeholders, including industry, Congress, academia, and international organizations.

Requirements

• Citizenship: Must be a US citizen
• Clearance: Must have and be able to maintain a Top Secret Level Clearance with current SCI eligibility

Preferred Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's or Master's Degree in a related field
• Years of experience: 3+ years of experience with at least 3 years working in the DoD
• Extensive experience in DoD public affairs, protocol, and event management
• Excellent writing and communication skills with the ability to produce press releases, news articles, and speeches across multiple media
• Knowledge of agency program planning, funding, and management information systems