Public Affairs Specialist (Temporary NTE 1 yr)

Job Duties

Communication Support and Project Assistance (45%)
Drafts communication materials which include releases, advisories, talking points, and website content.
Collaborates with other Public Affairs Specialists in the development of communication plans.
Identifies information needs and recommends approaches.
Media and Stakeholder Coordination (30%)
Responds to routine and moderately complex media inquiries. Coordinates with program staff to ensure accuracy.
Prepares leadership for interviews and briefings.
Coordinates communication strategies and responses between leadership within the Departmental Communications office and lower organizational program managers.
Project Coordination and Training (25%)
Coordinates events, media logistics, and stakeholder meetings.
Provides information guidance to lower graded public affairs specialists.
Participates in training and professional development.
Performs other related duties as assigned. Depending on location, government housing may be available, but is not guaranteed.