Senior Public Affairs Strategist

TJFACT LLC - Totally Joined for Achieving Collaborative Techniques; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 115,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

TJFACT is seeking an experienced Public Relations Specialist to support Public Affairs operations at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in Bethesda, MD. You will develop and execute strategic communications, manage media relations, craft engaging content, and coordinate with stakeholders across the Military Health System and DHA programs.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in public affairs, exceptional writing and editing skills, and a proven track record delivering high-visibility

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Project Management, or a related field.
• Five (5) + years of experience in public affairs, strategic communications, project management, or a combination of related functions.
• Demonstrated knowledge of strategic communication principles, methods, practices, and techniques.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to translate complex information into clear messaging.
• Strong knowledge of AP Style and professional news and feature-writing practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop, execute, and evaluate strategic communications and public affairs plans supporting Walter Reed and DHA priorities.
• Develop messaging and content for internal and external audiences, with measurable results.
• Write, rewrite, and edit press releases, articles, talking points, newsletters, speeches, and web content.
• Coordinate media relations activities, including responding to inquiries and arranging interviews.
• Support leadership with strategic counsel and crisis communications planning.

Skills

Public relations

Project management

Strategic communications

AP Style

Media relations

Written communication

Verbal communication

Digital content

Stakeholder engagement

Content development

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

TJFACT is seeking an experienced Public Relations Specialist to support Public Affairs operations at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in Bethesda, MD. You will develop and execute strategic communications, manage media relations, craft engaging content, and coordinate with stakeholders across the Military Health System and DHA programs.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in public affairs, exceptional writing and editing skills, and a proven track record delivering high-visibility