Public Affairs Officer - Mid

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Job Description:

The Public Affairs Officer - Mid, is a public affairs professional responsible for producing internal and external news and information products about the agency and its mission. This mid-level role executes key tasks across multiple functional areas, including news and media relations, digital media, community outreach, strategic communications, and internal and external engagements.. The incumbent will work to ensure the agency's messaging is consistently and effectively delivered to the public, media, and key stakeholders, while also beginning to take on project coordination and strategic support duties.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Content & Digital Media

• Develop AP Style content: articles, newsletters, social media, podcasts, website content, daily news clips, video concepts/scripts.

• Produce photojournalist products for social media and public websites.

• Manage social media (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, X/Twitter), conduct trend research, build content calendars, and report analytics for social media

• Media Relations

• Draft talking points, news releases, and pitches.

• Prepare staff for media engagements and track media metrics.

• Strategic Communications

• Lead communications planning for key agency initiatives and workforce development.

• Ensure accuracy of public-facing content (senior leader bios, org charts).

• Outreach & Events

• Support conferences, academic outreach, community relations, and the distinguished speaker program.

• Manage public inquiries (phone/email).

• Develop event and audience-specific materials (presentations, briefing books, slick sheets, brochures, handouts, agendas).

• Plan, coordinate, and execute high-level events and campaigns; complete planning at least three business days prior.

• Coordinate venues, logistics, AV, VIP rooms, lodging, group movements, and provide on-site support and escort duties.

• Deliver formal/informal briefings and museum tours.

• Track and manage external speaking engagements (EXCOM and non-EXCOM), maintain databases, process intake forms, coordinate with Ethics and component communication teams, and respond to invitations within 24 hours.

• Engagement & Awards

• Support high-level domestic/foreign visits, ceremonies, and special events for Customer leadership.

• Manage schedules, agendas, and planning materials for senior leader engagements.

• Support the Geospatial Intelligence Hall of Fame program: publicize nominations, process packages, coordinate IG review, serve as Selection Board Secretary, and oversee the annual awards event.

• Internal Collaboration

• Provide copy editing and quality assurance for public affairs products.

• Support monthly communicators meetings and maintain media/public affairs logs.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Education: A minimum of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, , Completion of formal DoW public affairs training (Defense Information School coursework) preferred.

• Experience: A minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in a public affairs, public relations, or journalism, role. In lieu of a bachelor's degree, the candidate must have 8+ years of direct public affairs or journalism experience.

• Media Engagement: Demonstrated experience drafting press materials (releases, media advisories) and responding to routine inquiries.

• Content Creation: Proven ability to write and produce content for a variety of platforms, such as websites, social media, and internal communications.

• Event Support: Experience coordinating or supporting the logistics for public events, meetings, or conferences.

• Interpersonal Skills: The ability to build effective working relationships with internal colleagues and community partners.

• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks while also functioning as a collaborative and reliable team member.

• Social Media Management: Proficiency in managing professional social media accounts and using them to engage audiences and disseminate information.

• Written and Verbal Communication: Strong writing, editing, and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex information into clear, accessible language.

• Project Coordination: Experience managing smaller projects from start to finish, including coordinating with multiple stakeholders to meet deadlines.

• Adaptability: The ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and respond effectively to shifting priorities and time-sensitive requests.

• Must have a current/active TS/SCI clearance or higher

Security Clearance Requirement:

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

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what's next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

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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