Public Affairs Specialist
About The Position
We need an experienced Public Affairs Specialist at the Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA). This role supports public affairs, strategic communications, and industry outreach for the Blue UAS Cleared List Program, which reviews and approves commercial drone systems for use by the military and other government agencies, engaging closely with the drone manufacturing industry. In this role, you will assist the Government in implementing strategic communications and outreach materials, develop multimedia products including photography, videography, and graphic design, and support industry days, conferences, and other public engagements. This is a full-time opportunity. We can offer a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Public Affairs, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Public Relations, or a related field, or a minimum of five (5) years of verifiable experience supporting public affairs, strategic communications, multimedia production, or outreach
- Demonstrated experience planning, coordinating, and supporting conferences, industry days, workshops, or trade shows, including event scheduling, logistics, and promotion
- Demonstrated experience developing written communications, multimedia products, digital content, and presentations using industry standard software applications
- Active or interim DoW security clearance; favorably adjudicated Tier 3 background investigation required
- Must be a US Citizen
Responsibilities
- Supports Government public affairs, strategic communications, stakeholder engagement, and industry outreach activities for the Blue List Program
- Assists the Government in implementing strategic communications, public messaging, outreach materials, and digital communications
- Develops multimedia products, including professional photography, videography, graphic design, presentations, digital content, technical articles, and social media content
- Assists in planning, coordinating, and supporting industry days, conferences, workshops, demonstrations, and other outreach activities, including event logistics and promotional materials
- Prepares briefing materials, talking points, speeches, presentation materials, fact sheets, and newsletters to support Government leadership during internal and external engagements
- Monitors communication metrics and public engagement activities and provides recommendations to improve the effectiveness of Government communication strategies
Benefits
- health, dental, and vision insurance coverage
- 401k contribution options
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
