Public Relations Manager I - Public Trust

AttainX, Inc.; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Paid vacation

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

AttainX, Inc. seeks a Public Relations Manager I to coordinate stakeholder communications for CISA’s advisory councils and working groups, supporting the Stakeholder Engagement Division.

The role requires 3–5 years of PR experience, a B.A. in communications or related field, strong writing skills, and the ability to prepare executive messaging while ensuring plain language and accessibility.

Qualifications

• Three (3) to five (5) years of related public relations, strategic communications, public affairs, or stakeholder engagement experience.
• A bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, journalism, public affairs, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Experience developing executive communications, outreach materials, public messaging, and engagement plans for varied audiences.
• Excellent writing, editing, event coordination, and stakeholder relationship skills.
• Ability to review content for accuracy, tone, branding, plain language, accessibility, and approved release procedures.
• Knowledge of FACA and FACA-exempt council operations, DHS Directive 093-01, and federal records requirements, including General Records Schedule 6.2.
• Accreditation in Public Relations (APR) is preferred.
• Must obtain and maintain a favorable DHS Public Trust and required facility and system access.

Responsibilities

• Develop communications and outreach plans for councils, advisory entities, and stakeholder engagement initiatives.
• Prepare emails, memoranda, public messaging, executive communications, graphics, and social media content for Government review.
• Coordinate stakeholder participation, meeting agendas, event materials, and follow-up communications.
• Review content for accuracy, tone, approved branding, plain language, and accessibility before submission for approval.
• Support membership outreach and collect feedback to assess participation and engagement effectiveness.
• Maintain communications calendars, outreach records, and version-controlled products using approved tools and distribution channels.
• Perform assigned unclassified engagement duties and safeguard sensitive Government information through approved access, records, and distribution procedures.

Skills

Public relations

Writing and editing

Event coordination

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications

APR preferred

Job description

Public Relations Manager I - Public Trust

Full Time Professional Arlington, VA, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 2010

Salary Range: $80,000.00 To $84,000.00 Annually

Job Title: Public Relations Manager I - Council and Advisory Support - Public Trust Clearance

Location: Remote/Hybrid - DHS CISA, 4200 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, VA 22203. Primary performance at CISA facilities; telework requires COR approval.

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, generally 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time, excluding federal holidays; schedule flexibility may be required for emergent events.

Security Requirements: DHS Public Trust - Must obtain and maintain a favorable DHS Public Trust Clearance, complete the appropriate background investigation, and maintain required facility and system access.

Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the United States and meet DHS personnel and system access requirements.

AttainX is seeking a Public Relations Manager I to coordinate stakeholder communications and develop engagement and outreach materials for CISA’s SED-governed councils, advisory entities, committees, working groups, and strategic stakeholder engagements. This position supports the Stakeholder Engagement Division through critical infrastructure engagement and advisory services.

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

• Three (3) to five (5) years of related public relations, strategic communications, public affairs, or stakeholder engagement experience.
• A bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, journalism, public affairs, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Experience developing executive communications, outreach materials, public messaging, and engagement plans for varied audiences.
• Excellent writing, editing, event coordination, and stakeholder relationship skills.
• Ability to review content for accuracy, tone, branding, plain language, accessibility, and approved release procedures.
• Knowledge of FACA and FACA-exempt council operations, DHS Directive 093-01, and federal records requirements, including General Records Schedule 6.2.
• Accreditation in Public Relations (APR) is preferred.
• Must obtain and maintain a favorable DHS Public Trust and required facility and system access.

Job Duties:

• Develop communications and outreach plans for councils, advisory entities, and stakeholder engagement initiatives.
• Prepare emails, memoranda, public messaging, executive communications, graphics, and social media content for Government review.
• Coordinate stakeholder participation, meeting agendas, event materials, and follow-up communications.
• Review content for accuracy, tone, approved branding, plain language, and accessibility before submission for approval.
• Support membership outreach and collect feedback to assess participation and engagement effectiveness.
• Maintain communications calendars, outreach records, and version-controlled products using approved tools and distribution channels.
• Perform assigned unclassified engagement duties and safeguard sensitive Government information through approved access, records, and distribution procedures.

Non-Essential Functions:

Other related duties as assigned.

About Us

AttainX, Inc. delivers technology solutions, software products, and professional services to Federal Government customers. Our people are central to achieving our customers’ missions. We support quality, collaboration, and employee growth through teamwork and professional development.

We are proud to offer competitive compensation and benefits packages, including paid vacation, medical, dental, and vision insurance, a matching 401(k) plan, tuition/training reimbursement, and long- and short-term disability coverage, subject to plan terms and eligibility.

EEO Commitment:

AttainX is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to a workplace free from discrimination. We provide equal opportunity to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Accommodations:

Applicants and employees who need a reasonable accommodation for the application process or to perform essential job functions may contact Human Resources.

Physical Demands:

This position primarily involves computer-based work, reviewing technical materials, and communicating with team members and stakeholders. Essential functions may be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.

Work is performed at DHS CISA facilities in Arlington, VA, with telework permitted only when approved by the COR. This position supports unclassified activities and must protect sensitive Government information. General work hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday, excluding federal holidays. Office noise is generally moderate. Hours may be adjusted for emergent events, and Government-directed travel may be required.