Public Affairs Specialist

Do you enjoy developing communications, managing public engagement, and leading digital media strategies?

This role will be primarily responsible for serving as a subject matter expert for public affairs for a federal government client.

The position is full time at the client site in Oxnard, CA.

Responsibilities:

Lead the development and execution of strategic communications strategies including the implementation of social media, public engagement and media outreach

Provide guidance on messaging to ensure products are technically accurate and easily understood by target audiences

Develop stakeholder mapping and personas

Produce digital and print graphics and layouts at the direction of the Creative Director

Assist with the planning and creation of social media content

Assist with the development and distribution of email marketing

Assist with 508 compliance

Monitor media and social media for relevant news articles and posts

Develop presentations and graphics

Draft messages and talking points

Qualifications/Skills:

5+ years of experience of communications experience supporting a Federal Agency

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Self-starter with the ability to work independently and multitask

Must be proficient with Adobe Creative graphic design and video applications (i.e., Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, XD, Premiere Rush, Media Encoder).

Proficiency with the full Microsoft Office Suite and SharePoint

Experience with WebEx, Zoom, and other virtual meeting platforms

Experience with web design and content management systems, such as Drupal, Wix, and WordPress

Familiarity with accessible design including WCAG standards desired

Ability to obtain secret security clearance

We’re looking for someone who is:

Able to manage multiple high-priority tasks

Capable of working independently and collaboratively in a deadline-driven environment

Able to manage and follow-up on deadlines, as well as to identify and recommend solutions and next steps

Fun and energetic

Top Secret/Secret clearance desired

Education:

Bachelor’s degree, preferably in communications, public policy or similar field. Master’s Degree preferred.

Benefits:

Comprehensive health insurance

Vision, dental, and short-term and long-term disability

401K with employer match (after six months of employment)

Federal and non-federal paid holidays

Paid time off and carry-over policy (upon employment and accrued)

Generous bonus program based on firm and individual performance

An opportunity to learn and grow in an inclusive and supportive environment with a fun team

Location:

This is a full-time onsite position. The candidate must be able to commute to the client location in Oxnard, CA.

Accommodations:

Avid Core is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, we provide reasonable accommodations as needed. Contact to request an accommodation to participate in the job application and/or interview process.

Avid Core is an award-winning small woman-owned business headquartered in Northern Virginia with employees throughout the Washington, D.C. metro area. We provide effective professional services and communications support to public and private sector clients.

Avid Core is an equal opportunity employer and operates a drug-free workplace.