Senior Public Affairs Coordinator

Job Description
Senior Public Affairs Coordinator – Operations in the Information Environment (OIE)

Parsons is seeking an experienced Senior Public Affairs Coordinator to support Government Public Affairs (PA) leadership within OIE by integrating PA equities early and consistently in planning, coordination, and execution processes.

Responsibilities

Facilitate synchronization of PA activities with J39 plans and associated information‑related capabilities, ensuring PA considerations, authorities, and approval requirements are identified, organized, and communicated in advance of decision points.

Coordinate development, review, and staffing of press releases, public statements, media responses, and communication products, ensuring content is factually accurate, contextually appropriate, and aligned with commander intent while preserving PA’s statutory responsibilities and independence.

Support structured coordination processes to ensure PA actions are deconflicted, formally documented, and treated equitably alongside other OIE activities.

Maintain continuous engagement with J39 planners, Information Forces, intelligence elements, legal counsel, and operational staffs to ensure PA equities are incorporated during mission analysis, course of action development, and execution.

Track approvals, authorities, and timelines associated with PA actions to reduce risk of late coordination, conflicting guidance, or operational friction.

Monitor media reporting and public discourse to inform Government PA leadership of emerging narratives, misinformation, and reputational risks, supporting timely, transparent responses.

Assist in preparation for media engagements and public communication events, ensuring messaging remains coherent across joint, interagency, and coalition partners.

Ensure all PA support activities comply with DoD policy, applicable legal authorities, and ethical standards, reinforcing transparency, credibility, and public trust while enabling effective integration within broader OIE efforts.

Required Skills and Experience

Bachelor’s degree and 13+ years of relevant experience. Years of comparable experience can be used in lieu of degree (HS diploma 17+ years, Associate’s 15+ years, Master’s 10+ years).

Current active TS/SCI clearance or higher.

Security Clearance Requirement
An active Top Secret SCI security clearance is required for this position.

Salary
$125,100.00 – $225,200.00

Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays.

EEO Statement
Parsons is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

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