Communications Specialist

Most Comprehensive Finance Options for Owner Flown Aircraft • Washington, DC

27d • Onsite

About The Position

This position assists in communicating AOPA’s advocacy efforts through strategic and creative channels to ensure AOPA members, the aviation community, and the public are aware of AOPA’s role, influence, and effectiveness in advocating for aircraft owners and pilots. The role involves collaborating with Government Affairs and Communications teams, writing and coordinating articles and social posts related to advocacy initiatives, and developing networks with key aviation/transportation outlets and reporters to enhance AOPA's advocacy profile and thought leadership. This position also serves as the Government Affairs department liaison to the Social team for content. Other duties may be assigned based on business and departmental needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline (Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Political Science, etc.).
• Demonstrated ability to draft and edit written materials for public audiences.
• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Positive demeanor.
• At least 2 years' experience in corporate communications, public relations, or journalism.
• Excellent project and time management skills, with emphasis on organization and prioritization.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively and handle time-sensitive requests.
• Highly proficient with a variety of platforms including Office 365 (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive).

Nice To Haves

• Aviation-related experience or demonstrated interest in the field.
• Private Pilot Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate and coordinate with both Government Affairs and Communications teams.
• Write and coordinate approval of articles and social posts relating to AOPA’s advocacy initiatives.
• Develop network with key aviation/transportation outlets and reporters to increase AOPA advocacy profile and thought leadership.
• Assist with writing, editing, and proofing advocacy articles and social posts.
• Serve as the Government Affairs department liaison to the Social team for content.

Benefits

• Flight Training (earn your Private Pilot License for free) & Annual Flight Proficiency Program
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Plans
• Health Savings Plan with employer contribution
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with a company match, and annual discretionary supplemental employer contribution
• Company paid Short and Long-term Disability Insurance
• Company paid Life Insurance and AD&D insurance with the option to buy up
• Paid Time Off (PTO): 17 days accrued during first year (accruals increase based on tenure)
• Paid Holidays: 12 holidays
• Personal days: 3
• Volunteer day: 1
• Work From Home Fridays
• Paid Parental Leave
• AOPA Membership
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program (earn medical insurance premium discounts)
• Gym Reimbursement Program
• Supplemental insurance options (critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Discount on AOPA swag

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level