Public Affairs Planner, Journeyman
$54,700–$112,000 year
On-siteTampa, Florida, United States
Job Summary
Develop and synchronize Public Affairs strategies, communication plans, and outreach activities supporting commander priorities and operational objectives. Advise senior leaders and stakeholders on messaging opportunities, media considerations, and audience engagement approaches. Integrate PA activities into operational planning to align with campaigns, exercises, and engagement efforts. Develop messaging products including press releases, talking points, media guidance, and digital content strategies. Coordinate with media organizations, government agencies, and mission partners to ensure accurate, timely communication. Monitor media environments, public sentiment, and misinformation trends to identify risks and recommended response actions. Analyze communication performance metrics and campaign effectiveness to refine messaging. Plan and support media engagements, press conferences, and public affairs events. Requires a Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of experience in Public Affairs or Strategic Communications.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree
- 3+ years of experience supporting Public Affairs, Strategic Communications, Media Relations, Communications Planning, or related mission areas
- Demonstrated experience developing communication strategies, media engagement plans, public messaging products, and executive communication materials
- Experience coordinating with government agencies, media organizations, senior leaders, and external stakeholders in support of communication objectives
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Experience preparing strategic communication products, briefings, and decision-support materials for leadership
- Up to 25% travel
- Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI
Desired Qualifications
- Master's degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Strategic Communications, International Relations, or a related field
- Experience supporting Combatant Commands, Joint Task Forces, Department of Defense organizations, or government communication programs
- Demonstrated experience integrating Public Affairs activities with Information Operations (IO), Operations in the Information Environment (OIE), strategic communications, audience analysis, or influence-related activities
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