Late to the Game :(

Hello Thursday job-search enthusiasts! Sorry for the delayed post. Make it a great day, OK?

1) Pfizer is seeking a Vice President, Political Engagement & Reputation Strategy with 15+ years’ experience combined in public policy or government relations/legal affairs/communications or media relations & a background working with federal government and/or in political campaigns – $256k-$426k – apply by Oct. 1

2) The Union of Concerned Scientists is recruiting for a Communications Officer with 3-7 years of experience in media relations or journalism – $84k

3) The Washington Post is seeking a Head of AI Discovery & SEO with 10+ years of experience working in digital content platforms, with a focus on SEO, content discovery, site performance, or platform strategy in media, publishing, or subscription-driven environments – $172k-$320k

4) The U.S. Council for International Business has shared this call for a Communications Intern for Fall/Winter 2025 with opportunity to extend – $17/hr – strong communications, analytical, writing, & design skills desired, as well as experience in digital marketing/social media marketing.

5) Adtalem Global Education – Senior Manager, Segment Communications – see also main career page 

6) American College of Cardiology – Marketing & Communications Associate – $60k-$68k

7) American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees – Senior Communications Specialist – $95k-$142k

8) American Humane Alliance – Major Gifts Officer – $115k-$140k – DC, Palm Beach or Los Angeles

9-11) Blue Cross/Blue Shield Association

• Vice President, Policy & Advocacy – $290k-$375k
• Senior Director, Policy Strategy & Research – $196k-$300k
• Legislative & Regulatory Policy Specialist – $102k-$158k

12) British Embassy – Defence Digital Lead – $66k – apply by Oct. 6

13) CoBank – Government Affairs Intern – Summer 2026 – $21-$25/hr

14) Global Business Alliance – Communications Intern and Events & Programs Intern – Spring & Summer 2026 – $18/hr – see also main career page 

15) Honda Motor Co. – Senior State Relations Specialist – $90k-$112k – DC; Alpharetta, GA; Marysville, OH; Swepsonville, NC or Timmonsville, SC

16) Intel – Policy Communications Manager – $133k-$188k

17) Mystery dynamic organization – Marketing & Communications Specialist – search managed by ROCS Staffing 

18) National Geographic Society – Senior Manager, Partnership Communications – $95k-$100k

19) National Latina Institute for Reproductive Justice – Virginia State Policy Advocate (pdf) – $60k-$65k – bilingual in English & Spanish preferred – see also main career page 

20-21) Natural Resources Defense Council

• Managing Director, Institutional/Global & Corporate Philanthropy – $230k-$250k – DC, New York, Chicago, San Francisco or Santa Monica, CA
• Director of Government Affairs – $150k-$170k – Albany, NY

22) SAP – Senior Manager & Policy Analyst, U.S. Government Affairs – $110k-$216k

23) Signal Financial Federal Credit Union – Vice President of Marketing & Communications – $130k-$150k

24) Society for Interventional Radiology – Manager, Development & Operations – $69k-$79k – apply by Oct. 17 – see also main career page 

25) SoundExchange – Interns – Summer 2026 – $20/hr + $2k stipend – specialties include communications & public policy – apply by Oct. 24

26) Stars & Stripes – Pentagon Reporter/Photographer – $62k-$67k – apply by Sept. 26 

27-28) Trust for America’s Health (scroll to find)

• Director of Strategic Communications & Policy Research – $170k-$185k
• Government Relations Manager – $72k-$85k

29-31) Under Armour – Baltimore, MD

• Director, Global Corporate Communications – $148k-$204k
• Lead, Corporate Communications & Public Affairs – $97k-$134k
• Lead, Global Brand Communications – $97k-$134k

32) UnidosUS – Senior Advisor for Affiliate & Institutional Strategy – $210k-$230k – JD required; bilingual in English & Spanish preferred

33) University of Maryland – Marketing & Communications Coordinator – $57k-$65k

34-36) Vantage Data Centers

• Director, Global Public Relations & Content Management – $165k-$175k
• Senior Manager, U.S. Federal Public Policy – $165k-$175k
• Graphic Designer – $145k-$155k

37) Verizon – Senior Analyst, Technology & Policy Center – $81k-$133k – apply by Oct. 12

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 Best wishes for an terrific and at least partially dry weekend from your favorite™ public affairs jobs resource; here some mainly Oktoberfest-oriented events to liven things up – see our compendium of Festival Season happenings for future planning purposes.

• Calvert County Fair – Barstow, MD – Sept. 24-28
• Frederick’s Oktoberfest – Frederick, MD Fairgrounds – Sept. 26-27
• Lovettsville Oktoberfest – Lovettsville, Va. – Sept. 26-28
• Ocean’s Calling Festival – Ocean City, MD – Sept. 26-28
• State Fair of Virginia – Meadow Event Park/Doswell, Va. – Sept. 26-Oct. 5
• Aslin Beer Co. 10th Anniversary Party – West End Alexandria, Va. – Sept. 27
• Rustico Oktoberfest – North Old Town Alexandria, Va. – Sept. 27
• Virginia Wine & Beer Festival – Crystal City/Arlington – more here – Sept. 27
• Alexandria Oktoberfest – John Carlyle Square Park – Sept. 27
• Clarendon Day – Clarendon, Va. – Sept. 27
• St. Anne Church Fall Festival – Arlington, Va. – Sept. 27
• Rocktobierfest – Rockville, MD – Sept. 27
• Zinnia Oktoberfest – Silver Spring, MD – Sept. 27
• Maryland Microbrewery Festival – Westminster, MD – Sept. 27
• Rocktoberfest @ Rockwood – Gainesville, Va. – Sept. 27
• Orangetoberfest – Orange, Va. – Sept. 27
• Montpelier Days – Montpelier, Va. – Sept. 27
• Mosaic Fall Festival – Fairfax, Va. – Sept. 27-28
• Brews with a Purpose – Wunder Garten, NOMA DC – fundraiser for the DC Rape Crisis Center – Sept. 28
• West Annapolis Oktoberfest – West Annapolis, MD – Sept. 28

Here They Are

Hello Monday & let's get back to it. That's all.

1) Moderate policy champion Third Way is seeking a Higher Education Policy Advisor with relevant work experience, a basic understanding of the federal higher education system and a passion for improving student outcomes, and demonstrated ability to translate complex topics for non-expert audiences – $65k-$75k

2) The American Cement Association is recruiting for a Vice President, Regulatory Affairs with 12+ years of experience in regulatory affairs, government relations, or related policy roles, as well as a strong background in environmental, energy, climate, or industrial regulation, ideally with experience at EPA, DOE, or relevant association/corporate setting – $220k-$245k – see also main career page 

3) The National Association of REALTORS is seeking a Legislative Representative with 3-5+ years of related federal legislative, congressional, or public policy advocacy experience & demonstrated track record of working in a bipartisan fashion –  $135k-$150k

4) AbbVie – Director, U.S. Policy – $156k-$296k

5) Advancement Project – Managing Director of Communications – $166k-$195k

6) American Property Casualty Insurance Association – Assistant Vice President, Federal Government Relations – $145k-$150k – see also main career page

 7) American Society of Clinical Oncology – Chief Philanthropy Officer supporting Conquer Cancer – $225k-$275k – search managed by Korn Ferry 

8) American Water – External Affairs Specialist 

9-11) Aspen Institute

• Director of Education Policy & Leadership – $190k-$210k
• Assistant Conference Director supporting the Congressional Program – $113k-$125k
• Digital Content Editor – $64k-$74k

12) Audi of America – Senior Manager, Corporate Communications 

13-14) Brookings Institution

• Research Assistant, Foreign Policy – $56k
• Development Officer, Institutional Giving – $83k-$95k

15) CAVA – Social Media Manager – $105k-$120k – New York

16) Church World Service – Internal & Executive Communications Manager – $72k+ – New York location noted at top, but this position can be hybrid or remote within the U.S. also referenced under special requirements.

17) Covenant House Greater Washington – Chief Development Officer – $140k-$150k – search managed by Diversified Search Group 

18) Edelman PR – Assistant Account Exec, Crisis Communications – $48k-$52k – DC, New York or Chicago

19) EY – Associate Director, Public Affairs & Public Relations – $130k-$251k

20) FGS Global – Associate Director, Strategic Communications – $90k-$125k – energy & sustainability focus

21) Global Refuge – Director for Advocacy – $116k-$140k – see also main career page 

22-23) Govini – see also main career page

• Director of Communications
• Social Media Manager

24) Health & Fitness Association – Manager, Public Affairs 

25) Heritage Foundation – Policy Advisor, China & the Indo-Pacific – $112k-$130k – working fluency in an Asian language preferred

26) Johns Hopkins University – Communications Coordinator, Dept. of Health, Behavior & Society – $18-$33/hr – Baltimore, MD

27) League of Conservation Voters Education Fund – State Policy Research Manager supporting the Clean Energy for All campaign – $81k-$96k – remote-based – apply by Sept. 28 

28) Mystery employer – Legislative Coordinator – $73k-$75k – state-level govt. relations/advocacy focus – search managed by ROCS Staffing 

29) Mystery international science non-profit – Product Marketing Manager/Strategist – search managed by Creative Circle 

30) Mystery nationally recognized company – Senior Manager, External Communications – $100k-$110k – Baltimore County, MD – search managed by Legacy Search Advisors 

31-32) National Council of Jewish Women – see also main career page

• Director of Field Advocacy – $130k-$140k
• Digital Advocacy Director – $120k-$130k

33) National Grocers Association – Political & Government Relations Coordinator – $55k-$60k

34) Navy Federal Credit Union – Principal Government Relations Advisor – $127k-$163k – apply by Sept. 24 

35) NBC News – Senior Editor, Politics – $160k-$220k

36) Partnership for Public Service – Internships – Jan.–May 2026 – apply by Oct. 7

37) Rock Creek Foundation – Director of Development & Fundraising – $85k-$95k

38-40) Semafor 

• Deputy Editor-in-Chief – $175k-$200k – DC or New York
• Washington Editor – $140k-$180k
• Economic Policy Reporter – $130k-$180k

41) TIME Magazine – Senior Political Correspondent – $165k – DC or New York

42) TD Bank – Director of Government Relations – $200k-$280k – apply by Sept. 25 

43) United Food & Commercial Workers Union – Media Relations Specialist – $59k-$74k

44) UnitedHealth Group – Director of Public Affairs – $110k-$128k

45) University of Baltimore – Director of Communications, Marketing & External Relations/School of Law – $110k-$130k – Baltimore, MD

46) Washingtonian Magazine – Editorial Fellowship (scroll to find) – Jan. –May 2026 – $17/hr – apply by Nov. 21

47-48) Washington Times – see also main career page

• Digital Editor/Social Media – $60k-$75k
• Breaking News Political Reporter – $55k-$70k

49-50) Wilmer Hale – see also main career page

• Communications Manager – $139k-$174k
• Communications Coordinator – $68k-$85k

51) … and finally: the all-electric vertical takeoff & landing aircraft era looks cool and looks like it’s getting pretty close – and here’s your chance to hop on board as Federal Affairs Lead with Archer Aviation – $115k-$154k – 3+ years of relevant policy, regulatory, or government affairs experience desired, as well as familiarity with federal transportation, aerospace, or emerging technology policy; Hill background preferred – see also main career page 

52-54) … and finally, part 2: this may be a little outside the usual DCPA+CJ wheelhouse, but perhaps one of these posts with self-described creative collective Streetsense will strike a chord w/ you – see also main career page

• Paid Media Strategist – $75k-$90k
• Paid Media Specialist – $55k-$70k
• Social Media Content Producer – $55k-$70k – New York

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Partnership, Innovation, Action & Rights

We’ll start your Thursday set with a great event for current and former federal communicators. On Tuesday, Sept. 30, our friends at the Partnership for Public Service are holding a breakfast & networking panel event for that cohort, featuring insights from former federal communicators who have successfully transitioned to the nonprofit, corporate & state/local government sectors.

Following breakfast and a panel discussion, there will be a speed networking session where attendees can meet with the panelists in small groups.  Find more info and RSVP here for this timely programming from a terrific organization.

Thursday update: We just ran across this Regional Grassroots Advocacy Specialist role at Boeing with a can't-wait Sept. 19 application deadline – $83k-$167k – Arlington, Va. or Berkley, MO  

1) The Data Center Coalition is recruiting for a Communications Coordinator with 1-3 years of experience working in communications, public relations, journalism, or related field and the ability to translate technical or complex topics into clear, compelling messaging – $50k-$65k – remote-based

2) Biotechnology Innovation Organization is seeking a Director of Communications with 7+ years of experience in communications, ideally in healthcare, biotech, or a related field, as well a track record of successfully engaging with top-tier media & trade reporters  – search managed by Chaloner 

3) WSSC Water is seeking a Digital Media Coordinator with 3+ years of digital media experience & top-notch skills in creating visually compelling & engaging PowerPoint presentations & infographics – $84k-$145k – apply by Oct. 6

4-5) The Institute for Islamic, Christian & Jewish Studies has shared these Baltimore-based opportunities – see also main career page

• Marketing Manager (pdf) – $72k-$82k – 5+ years’ experience in marketing, communication, or digital campaign management required – apply by Oct. 15
• Operations & Events Associate (pdf) – $57k-$63k – familiarity with office management procedures, top-notch organizational skills & proficiency with digital tools desired – apply by Oct. 15

6) American Heart Association – Science Media Relations Manager – $75k-$85k

7-8) American University

• Digital Content Strategist – $59k-$67k
• Director of Development supporting the Investigative Reporting Workshop – part-time – $38-$42/hr

9-10) Americans for the Arts – see also main career page

• Chief Marketing Officer – $180k-$225k – apply by Sept. 30
• Digital Communications Manager – $65k-$75k – apply by Oct. 7

11) Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation – Senior Program Officer, Policy & Sector Engagement – $203k-$314k – apply by Sept. 22 

12) Booz Allen – Organic Content Social Media Manager – $69k-$158k

13) Carnegie Endowment for International Peace – Director of Government Affairs – $115k-$140k – apply by Sept. 22 – see also main career page 

14-15) Center for Economic Policy Research (scroll to find)

• Director of Development – $87k-$130k – apply by Oct. 7
• Social & Digital Media Associate, International Team – one-year term; renewal possible – $41k – apply by Oct. 7

16) Center for International Environmental Law – Director of Development – $117k-$175k – DC, New York or San Francisco – apply by Sept. 30

17) Chesapeake Climate Action Network – Carol Brantley Policy Fellowship – part-time/16-week term/starting Jan. 2026 – $26/hr – 3 positions available; Takoma Park, MD, Annapolis & Richmond – apply by Oct. 23

18) Choice Hotels – Senior Director, Strategic Communications & Public Relations – $184k-$216k

19) Columbia Association – Director of Media Relations & Communications – $160k-$170k – Columbia, MD – see also main career page 

20) Crop Life America – Manager, Federal Government Relations – see also main career page 

21-22) Dept. of the Treasury/Financial Crimes Enforcement Network

• Legislative Advisor – $167k-$195k – apply by Sept. 22
• Strategic Policy Analyst – $120k-$185k – apply by Sept. 22

23) Georgetown University – Program Dissemination & Communications Specialist supporting the Center for Global Health Practice & Impact – $47k-$87k

24-26) Hatcher Group – see also main career page

• Director, Media Relations – $100k-$125k
• Marketing & Communications Associate – $60k-$67k
• Video Associate – $58k-$67k

27) House of Representatives/Office of the Legislative Counsel – Front Office Assistant

28-29) Human Rights Campaign

• Vice President, Policy & Law – $199k-$249k
• Director, Executive Communications – $108k-$135k

30) Institute for College Access & Success – Director of Federal External Affairs – $120k-$130k – remote-based; DC-area strongly preferred

31) Kentlands Community Foundation – Events & Communications Manager – part-time – $22k-$34k

32) Ketchum PR – Vice President, Strategy – $120k-$140k – Arlington, Va., New York, or Chicago, 

33) KPMG – Manager, Advisory Communications – $96k-$177k in DC per their salary tool – DC, McLean, Va., New York, Boston, Charlotte, Chicago, Dallas, Montvale, NJ, Philadelphia or San Francisco

34-36) Leadership Conference on Civil & Human Rights

• Director, Media Relations & Editorial – $124k-$157k
• Senior Counsel, Advocacy – $113k-$149k – JD or related Master’s/advanced degree preferred
• Senior Audience Outreach Advisor – $94k-$159k

37) Mystery agriculture group – Social Media & Digital Content Manager – $75k-$85k – search managed by Cella 

38) Motorola – Director of Defense Policy/Government Affairs – $190k-$230k

39) National Alliance to End Homelessness – Digital Communications Specialist – $65k-$98k

40) Philanthropy Roundtable – Director of Policy – $115k-$125k – search managed by Talent Market 

41) TC Energy – Senior Advisor, Media Relations – apply by Sept. 21 – see also main career page 

42) Visa – Senior Manager, North America Brand Communications & Public Affairs – $149k-$195k

43-46) Washington Post

• Deputy Editor, WP Intelligence – $154k-$256k
• Senior Video Producer, Opinions – $122k-$204k
• Video Editor, Opinions – $64k-$96k
• Op-Ed Editing Intern and Opinion Video Intern – multiple time-frames throughout 2026 noted

47) … and finally, here’s Donor Services Coordinator role with Army Relief Services that has a $40k-$48k paygrade and an Oct. 10 application deadline – we found it via a new-to-us job board from the Association of Fundraising Professionals/DC Metro Area Chapter 

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 Best wishes for an awesome weekend from your favorite™ public affairs jobs resource – lots to choose from as Oktoberfest officially kicks off; see the full run Festival Season happenings for more.

• Trillium Tap Takeover + more – Churchkey/14th St. NW DC – Sept. 18
• History & Hops – Heurich House, Dupont Circle DC – Sept. 18
• BBQ & Barrels – Nationals Park – Sept. 19
• Lost Generation Lagerfest – Eckington/NE DC – Sept. 19
• Siebenfest – Elder Pine Brewing, Gaithersburg, MD – Sept. 19-21
• Dacha Beer Garden Oktoberfest – Navy Yard/SW DC – Sept. 19-21 & subsequent weekends through Oct. 5 – plus similar fun at their Shaw outpost
• 2 Silos Oktoberfest – Manassas, Va – Sept. 19-21
• St. Benedict Oktoberfest – Richmond. Va. – Sept. 19-21
• Delaware Saengerbund Oktoberfest – Newark, DE – Sept. 19-21
• H Street Festival – Northeast DC – Sept. 20
• Wunderfest – Port City Brewing/Alexandria, Va. – Sept. 20
• Bluejacket Oktoberfest – Navy Yard/SW DC – Sept. 20
• Taste of Annandale – Annandale, Va. – Sept. 20
• Bierdeck Opening & Oktoberfest Kickoff – Clarendon Ballroom/Arlington, Va. – Sept. 20
• RhinO'fest 2025 – Lost Rhino Brewing, Ashburn, Va. – Sept. 20
• Solace Brewing Oktoberfest – Sterling, Va. – Sept. 20
• Reston Multicultural Festival – Reston Town Center – Sept. 20
• Middleburg Oktoberfest – Middleburg, Va. – Sept. 20
• Old Bust Head Brewing Harvest Fest – Warrenton, Va. – Sept. 20
• Festival of Grapes and Hops – Petersburg, Va. – Sept. 20
• 16th Annual Lynchburg Beer, Wine & Cider Festival – Lynchburg, Va. – Sept. 20
• 5th Annual Susquehanna Wine & Seafood Fest – Havre De Grace, MD – Sept. 20
• Stratford Hall Wine & Oyster Festival – Stratford, Va – Sept. 20-21
• Bluemont Fair – Bluemont, Va. – Sept. 20-21
• Iron Blossom Festival – Richmond, Va. – Sept. 20-21
• Columbia Heights Day – NW DC – Sept. 21

Go Big

Hello Monday! Here's 60 to get your job-seek week rolling.

1) Northern Virginia Family Services is seeking a Director of Marketing Communications with 5+ years’ related experience in community outreach, fundraising or communications that includes leading an organization-wide communication function that includes all forms of media including external affairs, media relations, and marketing; facility with design & web development preferred

2) The Prince William County Board of Supervisors is recruiting for a Chief of Staff to serve as the principal advisor & senior administrative officer to the Chair –7+ years of progressive leadership experience in government, public administration, or related field desired, as well as proven expertise in strategic planning, policy development, and program management – $105k-$115k – Woodbridge, Va. – apply by Sept. 28

3) The U.S. Naval Institute is looking to bring on a Chief Development Officer with with a deep understanding of strategic comprehensive development along with advanced skill, comfort, and passion working with & securing gifts from high-net-worth individuals. – $160k-$200k – Annapolis, MD – search managed by DRiWaterstone 

4) Adventist Development & Relief Agency – Major Gifts Officer – $85k-$99k

5) Alliance for Chemical Distribution – Government Affairs Coordinator 

6-7) American Enterprise Institute

• Program Manager supporting the Center for Technology, Science & Energy – $60k-$65k
• Research Assistant, Energy & Climate Policy – $50k-$54k

8) American-German Institute – Interns – Jan.-May 2026 – apply by Nov. 7

9) APCO Worldwide – Associate Director, Higher Education Government Affairs – $90k-$120k

10-11) Audubon Society

• Senior Director supporting Water for Birds & People – $162k-$202k – DC or New York
• Special Assistant to the CEO – $82k-$92k

12-14) Burson

• Account Supervisor, Health & Wellness – $50k-$105k
• Digital Senior Account Exec, Health & Wellness – $40k-$80k
• Account Exec/Senior Account Exec, Media Partnerships – $35k-$75k

15) Can Manufacturers Institute – Senior Director of Government Relations & Regulatory Affairs – $140k-$225k

16) Center for Biological Diversity – Campaigner – $55k-$72k – DC, Asheville, Oakland, Portland, Tucson or remote – see also main career page 

17) Center on Budget & Policy Priorities – Senior Manager, State Communications – $83k-$115k

18) Cherokee Federal – Digital Media Communications Assistant – $110k-$120k – active Secret clearance required

19) Chesapeake Bay Foundation – Philanthropy Assistant – temporary; mid-Nov. 2025 to mid-Jan. 2026 – $21/hr – Annapolis, MD

20) Collaborative Solutions for Communities – Content & Social Media Specialist – temporary/part-time – $40/hr – see also main career page 

21) Drug Enforcement Administration – Chief, Congressional &  Public Affairs – $150k-$225k – apply by Sept. 25

22) Edelman PR – Account Exec, Health – $55k-$68k – DC, New York or Chicago

23-24) Environmental Defense Fund – DC, Boston, Boulder, Austin or San Francisco

• Principal Gifts Officer – $155k-$165k
• Director, Donor Stewardship – $140k-$150k

25-26) Heritage Foundation

• Young Leaders Program Manager – $72k-$90k
• Donor Event Coordinator – $54k-$60k

27) International Monetary Fund – Senior Communications Officer/Digital Content Editor – apply by Sept. 18

28-29) Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts

• Assistant Manager, Advertising Communications – $52k-$60k
• multiple development/stewardship posts (scroll to find) also recently added

30) International Fresh Produce Association – Government Affairs Coordinator – see also main career page 

31) League of Women Voters – Media Relations Coordinator – $65k-$75k – see also main career page 

32) Mystery DC law firm – Media Relations Manager – $120k – search managed by the Ford Agency 

33) Mystery employer – Senior Coordinator, Conferences – $70k-$75k – search managed by Cessna & Associates 

34) Mystery environmentally focused nonprofit – Media & Entertainment Partnerships Associate (scroll to find) – one year term, starting late-Sept. – $24/hr – search managed by The Choice, Inc. 

35) Mystery food sector nonprofit – Meetings & Events Coordinator – temporary role – $22-$24/hr – search managed by Careers in Nonprofits 

36-37) National Alliance for Public Charter Schools

• Senior Director, Federal Government Affairs – $110k-$140k
• Vice President of Development – $140k-$170k – remote-based

38) National Association of Broadcasters – Communications Manager supporting the NAB Show – $80k-$90k

39) National Automatic Merchandising Association – Senior Director, Government Affairs – $150k-$160k

40-41) NBC News

• Breaking & Live Politics Reporter, NBC News Digital – $93k-$115k
• Senior Manager, News Standards – $85k-$105k

42-43) Oceana – opportunities supporting the Coalition for Fisheries Transparency – see also main career page

• Senior Policy Manager – $95k-$110k – apply by Sept. 19
• Senior Communications Manager – $85k-$95k – apply by Sept. 26

44) Pacific Life – Head of Federal Government Affairs – $220k-$280k – see also main career page 

45) One America Movement – Communications Director – $100k-$130k

46) Pew Charitable Trusts – Senior Associate supporting Fiscal 50 – $79k-$89k – apply by Oct. 6

47) Pew Research Center – Writer/Editor, Race & Ethnicity Research – $86k

48) SEIU – Organizing Campaign Coordinator – $105k

49-50) TECOLOTE Research – opportunities supporting the Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Space Acquisition & Integration

• Strategic Communications Specialist
• Senior Communications, Policy & Strategy Development Support – recruiting for multiple roles

51) United States of Care – Health Policy Data Scientist – $115k-$125k – apply by Sept. 22

52-54) United Way of the National Capitol Area

• Multimedia Content & Communications Strategist/Senior Manager – $71k-$122k
• Director, Corporate Partnerships – $80k-$129k
• DESM/Major Gifts Officer – $71k-$110k – we have no idea what DESM stands for

55) U.S. Green Building Council – Graphic Designer – $68k-$78k

56) Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority – Event Producer – apply by Sept. 19 

57) World Vision – Director, Brand Strategy & Content – $128k-$146k

58-59) … and finally: last week, we noted a Press Officer role with Booz Allen (#19) supporting the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health – and we’ve since stumbled on two other Press Officer listings with contractors who are recruiting for the same; so these are almost assuredly contract-award-contingent opportunities:

• Strategic Analysis, Inc. – Press Officer, ARPA-H – see also main career page
• Joint Research & Development – COMPASS Press Officer, ARPA-H – $76k-$170k – see also main career page

60) … and finally, part 2: this Program Specialist role at the DC outpost of Johns Hopkins University in support of their Planetary Health Alliance initiative is more of an operational/admin role, but we expect some browsers here would have interest & fit for it – $66k

Planning, Education, Justice & Magnets

Everything's fine; everything's not fine. But here are your jobs & weekend amusements.

1) West End Strategy Team has shared this call for a Strategist with 3–5 years of experience in a relevant field that demonstrates strong writing & editing skills as well as ability to monitor, pitch, and respond to news cycles – $70k-$75k – more about WEST here 

2) The DC Office of Planning is seeking a Public Affairs Specialist to handle a broad range of media relations, communications & digital/social media assignments – $93k-$119k – apply by Sept. 19

3) The New Media Firm is in search mode for an entry-level Digital Media Buyer with 2+ years of experience (which can include internships) as well as knowledge of digital advertising (programmatic, OTT, and/or social) and background in & around digital media buying – $55k-$60k – search managed by Grossman Solutions 

4) The Smithsonian Institution is recruiting for a Senior Manager, Global Cultural Programs & Partnerships with 7-10 years of related experience & expert level knowledge of the structures, functions, and strategic priorities of cultural, museum, and scientific institutions in order to develop high-value relationships & global funding opportunities – $120k-$156k – apply by Sept. 19

5) American Council on Education – Marketing & Communications Associate – $53k-$66k

6-7) American Forest & Paper Association – see also main career page

• Government Affairs Coordinator – $52k-$57k
• Senior Manager, Government Affairs – $116k-$145k – remote-based in Sacramento, CA area

8) American Rivers – Director of Planned Giving – remote-based

9-10) American University

• Senior Digital Content Creator, School of Business – $65k-$70k
• Major Gifts Officer, WAMU – $90k-$110k

11-15) Artemis Arc – see also main career page; click all openings to find these

• Project Manager – $120k-$140k – communications focus
• Digital Communication Specialist – $100k-$119k
• Strategic Communications Associate – $100k-$112k
• Media Relations Specialist – $100k-$110k
• Graphic Designer – $70k-$77k

16-18) Asian Americans Advancing Justice – see also main career page

• Assistant Director of Strategic Communications – $80k-$90k
• Digital Engagement Associate – $70k-$85k
• Manager of Immigration Advocacy – $65k-$80k

19) Booz Allen – Press Officer supporting the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health 

20) Brand USA – Senior Director, Media Relations & Corporate Communications – $145k-$218k – see also main career page 

21-22) Center on Budget & Policy Priorities

• Director, Income Security – $125k-$160k
• Messaging & Events Associate – $58k-$63k

23) Center Road Solutions – Director, Legislative & Regulatory Policy – $65k-$75k

24) CFP Board – Director of Public Relations – $145k-$175k – see also main career page 

25-26) Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget

• Engagement & Coalitions Director – $125k-$160k
• Senior Policy Analyst – $90k-$100k

27) Elexlon – Communications Intern – Summer 2026 – DC, Baltimore, Philadelphia, Chicago, Newark, DE or Mays Landing, NJ

28) Lawyers for Good Government – Policy & Compliance Advisor, Clean Energy – $115k – see also main career page 

29) LMI – Strategic Communications Specialist supporting a DoW (fka DoD) client – Secret clearance required – $100k-$115k

30) Mystery Arlington-based association – Creative Marketing Specialist – $32-$36/hr – search managed by Creative Circle 

31) National Indian Health Board – Public Policy & Advocacy Staff and Communications & Events Staff – not actively hiring for specific roles; looking to build talent pool for future opportunities – FWIW, NIHB posted these this week 

32) Proctor & Gamble – Senior Manager, U.S. Federal Government Relations – $115k-$190k

33) TikTok – Senior Manager, Public Policy & Federal Government Affairs – $178k-$330k

34) University of the District of Columbia – Development Associate – $68k – see also main career page 

35) University of Virginia – Digital Media Coordinator, UVA Library – $60k-$70k – Charlottesville, Va. – apply by Sept. 17 

36) Unleash Prosperity – Special Assistant – $45k-$60k – search managed by Talent Market 

37) U.S. Chamber of Commerce – Senior Vice President, Policy – $254k-$318k

38) Washington Post – National Correspondents – $97k-$162k – looking to fill 2 roles: one in Great Lakes region & one in California/Southwest; the latter will focus on Latino life & demographic shifts that are remaking that part of the country – apply by Sept. 21

39-40) World Bank

• Multimedia Communications Officer – apply by Sept. 19
• Communications Officer, Media Relations – apply by Sept. 24

41) and finally: Permanent Magnets. Zero Rare Earths. Made in Minnesota. – that’s what Niron Magnetics loudly & proudly proclaims on their home page. Get in on the fun as their DC-based Director, Government Affairs with a $135k-$185 pay grade & monthly jaunts to the MN mothership – see also main career page 

42) … and finally, part 2: Virginia Beach area part-time job-seekers should take note of this Clean the Bay Day Assistant role with the Chesapeake Bay Foundation running from Dec. 2025 through June 2025 – $18/hr – apply by Oct. 31 – more on CtBD here

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  Here's some weekend happenings – see the full Festival Season 2025 roundup for more into November: 

• Anne Arundel County Fair – Crownsville, MD – Sept. 10-14 
• Charles County Fair – La Plata, MD – Sept. 11-14
• DC Art All Night – various locations – Sept. 12-13
• 28th Annual Fall Wine Festival – Virginia Beach – Sept. 12-13
• Washington Ukrainian Festival – Silver Spring, MD – Sept. 12-14
• 101st Charles County Fair – LaPlata, MD – Sept. 12-14
• Wundergarten Oktoberfest – NOMA DC – Sept. 12-Oct. 12
• Silver Branch Brewing Oktoberfest – Rockville, MD – Sept. 13
• Fall Makers Market & Brewfest at the Stacks – Buzzard Point/SW DC – Sept. 13
  
• Maryland Wine Festival – Westminster, MD – Sept. 13
• 757 Battle of the Beers – Virginia Beach – Sept. 13
• Stone Bridge Fall Festival & Chili Cook-Off  – Potomac Town Center/Woodbridge, Va. – Sept. 13
• Fredtoberfest – 6 Bears & a Goat Brewery/Fredricksburg, Va. – Sept. 13
• Alexandria Art Festival – John Carlyle Square – Sept. 13-14
• Wheatland Spring Oktoberfest – Waterford, Va. – Sept. 13-14
• Maryland Seafood Festival – Sandy Point State Park, Annapolis, MD – Sept. 13-14
• Adams Morgan Day – where else? – Sept. 14
• 49th Falls Church Festival/Taste of FC – Falls Church, Va. – Sept. 14
• Hyattsville Porchfest – Hyattsville, MD – Sept. 14  

DoW is going to take some getting used to

Thursday update: We'll be a little late publishing today, but hopefully close to 10:00am.

Hello Monday! We're not going to wade into the fuss about the Dept. of War re-brand today – but #15 already has us missing the crisp DoD initialism.

1) KMPG is recruiting for an Associate Director, Advisory Corporate Affairs with 8+ years' experience in corporate communications, editorial management, and project leadership within professional services or highly matrixed environments – $124k-$259k – DC, McLean, Va., New York, Boston, Charlotte, Chicago, Dallas, Montvale, NJ, Philadelphia or San Francisco

2) Building materials stalwart Amrize is seeking a Regional Government & Public Affairs Manager with 10+ years working in state government in either the Legislative or Executive branch, or similar experience in a major County or City government – $83k-$130k – see also main career page 

3-4) Deloitte is in search mode for:

• Research Specialist, Legislative Affairs – $102k-$171k – 5+ years of experience providing executive-level operational support, including reviewing, editing, & processing executive-level correspondence for accuracy & compliance
• Policy Analyst – $80k-$134k – 2+ years of experience in logistics and policy analysis required

5) National security-focused contractor Peraton is seeking a Chief Marketing Officer with 15+ years’ experience and a proven track record of executive-level marketing & communications leadership, preferably within the government contracting, aerospace, defense, or technology sectors – $229k-$366k

6-7) ACLU

• Organizing Manager – $132k
• Deputy Director of National Organizing – $188k – New York or remote-based

8-10) AI Policy Network (scroll to find)

• Vice President of Government Affairs – $190k-$260k
• Director of Legislative Engagements – $110k-$160k
• Junior Associate – $55k-$75k

11) Amazon – Communications Manager, Delivery Experience – $114k-$188k – Arlington, Va. or Seattle

12) ASIS International – Communications Manager – company site here 

13) Baltimore City Council – Director of Communications, Office of the President – $93k-$121k – Baltimore, MD – apply by Sept. 10

14) Boehringer Ingelheim – AD, State Government Affairs & Public Communications – background in healthcare, animal health, pharmaceuticals, or related sectors highly preferred – we’re guessing AD = Assistant Director – see also main career page 

15) Booz Allen – Communications Specialist, Mid-Level supporting a DoD (or DoW now, we suppose) client – $55k-$126k

16) Boston University – Director, Policy Engagement/Federal Relations – we think Salary Grade 51 gets you $96k-$192k per BU’s guidance – DC-based

17) Brookings Institution – Project Coordinator supporting the Center for Universal Education – $56k-$63k

18) Catholic University – Assistant Director of Athletic Communications – $42k-$52k

19) Competitive Enterprise Institute – Policy Analyst, Financial Policy – $55k-$75k – search managed by Big Fish 

20) Corus International – Senior Advisor, Congregational Engagement – $82k-$122k – faith-based anti-poverty group/affiliated with Lutheran World Relief – see also main career page 

21) DACOR/Bacon House Foundation – Development Director – $90k-$100k – see more about this organization of foreign affairs professionals and here’s a bit about the Bacon House 

22) ExxonMobil – Media Relations Advisor – $130k-$300k

23-25) Fannie Mae

• Social Media Operations Advisor – $121k-$158k
• Senior Associate, Public Relations & Media – $83k-$108k

25) Freddie Mac – Digital Content Writer & Strategist – $93k-$139k

26) FTI Consulting – Director supporting the Center for Healthcare Economics & Policy – $148k-$241k

27-28) Google

• Senior Director, Government Affairs & Public Policy/State & Local – $304k-$423k – DC, New York, Chicago, Austin or Mountain View, CA
• Security Policy Manager – $182k-$249k

29) H&R Block – Government Relations Program Manager, Republican Engagement – $121k-$194k

30) Independent Sector – Manager, Government Relations – $85k-$95k

31) jetBlue – Government Affairs Manager 

32) Martha’s Table – Development Manager, Annual Giving – $62k-$67k – see also main career page 

33) Mystery association supporting senior living sector – Corporate Communications Writer – part-time – $45-$80/hr – remote-based – search managed by Brainstorm Creative Resources 

34) National Council of Jewish Women – Vice President of Development – $180k-$190k – apply by Sept. 15

35) National Education Association – Fall 2025 Interns: Media – Counter Disinformation – Graphics – $20/hr – appears these were posted on Sept. 3

36) Netflix – Senior Manager, U.S. Federal Regulatory Affairs – $250k-$530k

37) Omada Health – Senior Director of Communications & Public Relations – $206k-$270k – remote-based – see also main career page 

38) R Street Institute – Senior Director of Communications – $140k-$180k – see also main career page 

39) Securing America’s Energy Future – Policy Analyst supporting the Center for Critical Minerals Strategy – $60k-$70k

40) SOS Children’s Villages – Donor Stewardship Coordinator – $45k-$55k

41) Syracuse University – Director of Policy – $108k-$132k – DC-based

42) UnitedHealth Group – Vice President of External Affairs, Pharmacy Care Services – $196k-$337k

43) Urban Institute – Data Visualization Developer

44) World Relief – Director of US External Engagement – $95k-$105k – Towson, MD

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There Are Some Great Jobs Out There!

Hello Thursday job-wanters and -browsers! Make one of these your new workday home.

1-2) The Large Public Power Council has passed along these opportunities – find more about LPPC here

• Senior Director, Policy & External Affairs – $210k-$240k – 10+ years of experience in energy policy, government affairs, regulatory strategy, or utility-sector legal work required
• Communications Manager – $90k-$120k – 7-10 years of experience in strategic communications required, preferably in energy, infrastructure, public policy, or related sector

3-6) Penn Quarter Partners, an advisory services & communications firm focused on innovations in healthcare, is recruiting for these posts (scroll to find) – see more about them here

• Business Development Manager
• Senior Associate, Creative
• Associate
• Senior Manager, Research & Analytics – Chicago preferred

7) We’re spotlighting this Baltimore-based Digital Communications Manager post with the University System of Maryland near the top of today’s set on account of the looming Sept. 5 application deadline & also to note their link to employment pages for all 12 colleges in the UM system – $80k-$100k

8-9) AARP

• Executive Communications Director & Speechwriter – $135k-$150k
• Multimedia Content Strategist – $117k-$130k

10) American Enterprise Institute – Media Relations Assistant, Foreign & Defense Policy – $50k-$54k

11) American Flood Coalition – Communications Associate – $66k-$78k – see also main career page

12) Amnesty International – Grassroots Legislative Advocacy Assistant – 4-month term; Dec. through mid-March 2025 – $30/hr – apply by Oct. 1

13) Baptist Joint Committee for Religious Liberty – Director of Development – $102k-$125k – see also main career page 

14) Basilica School of Saint Mary – Communications Officer – part-time – Olt Town Alexandria location

15) Bill of Rights Institute – Vice President, Marketing & Communications (scroll to find)

16) Bipartisan Policy Center – Director supporting BPC Action – $160k-$180k

17) Brewer’s Association – Manager of Federal Affairs 

18) Career Education Colleges & Universities – Director/Vice President of Government Relations – $140k-$180k – focus on Democratic party legislators

19) CUMMINS – Government Relations Director – $135k-$225k

20) Democratic National Committee – Social Media Platforms Manager – $68k

21) EARTHWORKS – Communications Associate, Energy – $60k-$70k – apply by Sept. 19

22) Erickson Senior Living – Senior Manager, External Communications – $100k-$110k – Baltimore, MD

23-24) George Mason University

• Communications Specialist – $60k-$80k – apply by Sept. 8
• Development Associate – part-time – apply by Sept. 8

25) Georgetown University – Senior Content Strategist & Copywriter, School of Continuing Studies – $54k-$100k

26) Housing Assistance Council – External Affairs Specialist – $64k-$82k – see also main career page 

27) League of Conservation Voters – Membership Writer – $71k-$87k – remote-based – apply by Sept. 10 

28) Libertas Institute – State Government Affairs Director – remote-based; significant travel expected – search managed by Talent Market 

29) Loudoun County – Communications Specialist – $80k-$141k – Leesburg, Va. – apply by Sept. 12

30) MANTECH – Social Media Communications Manager supporting the U.S. Army – Secret clearance required – Fort Belvoir, Va.

31) Maryknoll Office for Global Concerns – Digital Media Specialist – $73k – Spanish language skills a plus – apply by Sept. 30

32) Medstar Health – Operations Communications Manager supporting their Research Institute – $80k-$152k

33-34) MissionWired – remote-based opportunities – see also main career page

• Vice President, Digital Advertising – $135k
• Managing Editor – $110k – copyediting focus

35) Mystery healthcare education employer – Copy Editor – Oct. 2025-Apr. 2026 term – $20-$22/hr – search managed by the Addison Group 

36) Mystery DC nonprofit – Interim Senior Vice President of Development – temporary for 1 year –  $75-$90/hr – $170k-$190k if converted to permanent – search managed by Beacon Hill 

37) National Association of Medicaid Directors – Senior Policy Analyst (scroll to find) – $112k-$120k

38) National Gallery of Art – Marketing Specialist – $84k-$131k – apply by Sept. 17

39-40) National Wildlife Federation – see also main career page

• Senior Manager, Clean Energy Policy – $85k-$90k
• Legacy Society Manager – $65k-$75k

41) Partnership for Civil Justice Fund – Communications Manager – $70k-$95k – see also main career page 

42) Phillips 66 – Director, Government Affairs – $198k-$242k – apply by Sept. 11

43) SAP – Senior Director, U.S. Government Affairs – $142k-$327k – Executive Branch focus

44) Society for Human Resource Management – Policy Analyst – $75k-$92k

45) SoftDev – Senior Communications Specialist – hiring contingent upon a Federal contract award – see also main career page

46) Total Wine – Director, State/Local Government & Industry Affairs – $143k-$235k

47) Transportation Intermediaries Association – Associate Marketing & Communications Manager – $60k-$65k

48) UNITE HERE – Communications Specialist – $46k – DC or Baltimore – see also main career page 

49) USA for UNHCR – Communications/Social Media Associate – $61k-$72k – see also main career page 

50) Washington Legal Clinic for the Homeless – Assistant/Coordinator, Communications & Development – $58k-$83k

51) … and finally: it hasn’t been a great year on the pitch for DC United but perhaps hiring you as Director of Corporate Communications can be a part of the glorious rebuild – $80k-$90k

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Best wishes for enjoying a super-great weekend from your favorite™ public affairs jobs resource as the NFL resumes & Festival Season 2025 rolls on:

• Watermelon Picker's Festival (bluegrass, etc.) – Berryville, Va. – Sept. 4-6
• Prince George's County Fair – Upper Marloboro, MD – Sept. 4-7
• Bear Chase Brewing Oktoberfest – Bluemont, Va. – Sept. 5-6
• Saints Constantine & Helen Greek Festival – Sliver Spring, MD – Sept. 5-7 
• DC State Fair – Eckington/Brookland, NE DC – Sept. 6
• MegaFest – Anthem Row/NW DC – Sept. 6
• 33rd Rosslyn Jazz Fest – Gateway Park – Sept. 6
• Silver Spring Jazz Festival – Veterans Plaza – Sept. 6
• Apple Harvest Cider Festival – Gaithersburg, MD – Sept. 6
• U.S. Asian Fest – Dulles Town Center – Sept. 6
• Chestertown Jazz Festival – Chestertown, MD – Sept. 6
• Virginia Cider Festival – Fredericksburg, Va. – Sept. 6
• 50th Orange Street Festival – Orange, Va. – Sept. 6
• Rockbridge Beer & Wine Festival – Lexington, Va. – Sept. 6
• Bethesda Row Arts Festival – Bethesda, MD – Sept. 6-7
• Lake Anna Jazz Fest – Mineral, Va. – Sept. 6-7 
• DC Dine All Night – various locations – Sept. 6-13
• Slavic American Festival – Annandale, Va. – Sept. 7
• OktoberForest Fest – Fine Creek Brewing/Powhatan, Va. – Sept. 7
• Takoma Park Folk Festival – Takoma Park, MD – Sept. 7