Public Relations Specialist, Journey

Overview

AVIAN is seeking a Journeyman

Public Relations Specialist

to provide full-time support to Naval Air Systems Command's (NAVAIR)

F/A-18 and EA-18G Program Office (PMA-265).
Responsibilities

Coordinate with the Program Executive Office public affairs office to facilitate communications between the media, squadrons, industry partners, NAVAIR IPTs, and other agencies by providing specialized communications.
Produce and deliver effective internal and external stakeholder communications using the Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, and other current industry software.
Write articles, captions, briefs, documents, presentation and news media strategies, including communications plans and crisis media response planning, media query responses, key messages, press releases, feature articles, talking points/speeches, and social media posts.
Support public relations initiatives, including senior leadership interview preparation, media training, event planning and coordination, protocol activities, and promotion or creation of an intended public image for individuals, groups, or organizations.
Participate in the development and review process for multimedia and graphic products, including infographics, illustrations, graphics, logos/branding, digital image editing, and publication design.
Support SharePoint site creation and content management.
The ideal individual will function effectively in a team environment or autonomously, manage competing priorities, and meet critical project schedules.
Occasional travel is required.
You’re Succeed Here If You

See opportunities where others see routine.
Are curious, collaborative, and passionate about making things better.
Enjoy connecting dots across teams, tools, and tasks.
Believe in doing the right thing the right way - even when no one's watching.
Play an active role in our growth, using your ideas and initiative to shape how we work, serve, and succeed together.
Embrace a "one team" mindset, knowing we are stronger together through trust, transparency, and teamwork.
Understand the power of ownership and are excited to be part of an employee-owned culture.
Education

BA/BS degree plus three to ten years of combined experience in communications. Four years of additional work experience in communications may substitute for a bachelor’s degree.
Required Experience

Experience writing articles, captions, and other products in Associated Press style.
Experience executing internal or externally focused mass communications plans.
Demonstrated experience in media writing, research, and response development.
Demonstrated ability to respond to customer requests professionally, proactively, and proficiently.
Desired Experience

Working knowledge of the Naval aviation acquisition environment.
Knowledge of military public affairs processes and general DoD military practices and procedures.
Additional Requirements

Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Department of Defense security clearance.
U.S. citizenship is required owing to sensitivity of customer-related requirements.
Salary range: $78,000 - $90,000 (The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities, and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.)
Why Join Us?

Employee Ownership:

As an employee-owner, you'll share in our success and have a direct stake in our future.
Real Growth:

Your contributions will shape our direction and help us grow stronger.
Purpose-Driven Work:

Every improvement you help make adds value for us and the missions we support.
Culture of Collaboration:

We take on meaningful challenges and maintain a team environment where everyone knows your name.
Comprehensive Benefits Package:

Medical, dental, vision coverage, telemedicine, and a TRICARE supplement for veterans.
Flexible Leave Benefits:

Balanced, supportive environment with flexible and paid time off, 11 paid holidays, paid sick leave, maternity and bonding leave, and military training leave.
AVIAN is a service-based organization. As an equal opportunity employer, our policy is to seek the most qualified candidate for each talent opportunity without regard to race, creed, color, sex, age, religious belief, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sexual preference, physical or mental handicap, lawful political affiliation, or veteran’s status.

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