Sunday, August 31, 2014

August Departs, with Previously Noted Opportunities and Your (well, someone's) Dream Jobs in the Wine Biz

As August slips off the calendar to rest up for 11 months, we bring you previously noted opportunities closing in the upcoming week, as well as three great opportunities to follow with Early Mountain Vineyards in Madison, Va., one of which has a flexible-in-Virginia location.  Scroll down and dream, and don't your old pals at DCPA+CJ when you snag one of those lovely opportunities, OK?

Programming note: we're taking Labor Day off, and we'll see you again on Tuesday, Sept. 2.

Community College of BaltimoreCoordinator, Media Relations – part-time – $23/hr – Catonsville, MD – Sept. 1

Dept. of JusticeCommunications Coordinator – $106k-$136k – job ID: JP-14-153 – Sept. 1 

ICCO/Interchurch Organization for Development CooperationDirector of U.S. Foundation RelationsSept. 1

Nature Conservancy (scroll to find or use advanced search & job #)
Peace CorpsMarketing Strategist – $82k-$120k – job ID: 14-274-NW – Sept. 2

Prince George’s County Public SchoolsPublic Information Officer (search keyword media) – $109k-$179k- Upper Marlboro, MD – Sept. 2

Frostburg State University – Frostburg, MD
Caterpillar Senior Communications RepresentativeSept. 3 

Embassy of Canada Policy Officer supporting the province of Ontario – $77k – Sept. 3 

USDA Food & Nutrition Service
Fish & Wildlife ServicePublic Affairs Specialist – $89k-$116k – job ID: R9-14-1200702-BF – Sept. 4

Center for Civilians in ConflictSenior Program Officer – fluency in French required – Sept. 5 

Jennings Policy StrategiesLegislative AssistantSept. 5

National Nuclear Security AdministrationDigital Media Specialist – $52k-$98k – job ID: 14-0104-DEU – Sept. 4

Federal Deposit Insurance CorporationDeputy to the Chairman for Communications – $193k-$257k – job ID: 2014-EMDEU-0056 – Sept. 5

Global Financial IntegrityJunior EconomistSept. 5 

Smithsonian InstitutionAdvancement Assistant, Air & Space Museum (pdf) – Sept. 5 

Richmond Dept. of Parks & RecreationPublic Information Manager – $53k-$88k – Richmond, Va. – Sept. 7

Loudoun CountyPublic Affairs & Communications Officer – to $135k – Leesburg, Va. – Sept. 7
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And, as promised above, we bring you assorted marketing opportunities with Early Mountain Vineyards,  a winery owned by Jean and Steve Case located in lovely Madison County, Va. – positions include Sales Manager, Marketing Associate, and Marketing Manager, as detailed below.  All of these are full-time opportunities.

To apply for these, send cover letter, resume & salary requirements to jobs@earlymountain.com – Please include title of position sought in subject line of your email.

The requirements listed in descriptions below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required to perform this job satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

See more at earlymountain.com

Corporate Sales Manager

Job Location: Northern Virginia, Central Virginia, Richmond, or Washington DC. The position will require travel to interact with potential clients and will also require work on site at the winery in Madison, VA.

Job Category: Event Sales and Management

With on-site events as a core revenue producer of the business, Early Mountain Vineyards is seeking a dynamic and driven sales professional that is event savvy with a track record of positive sales success. To date, our event sales have been very strong on weekends and holidays. We seek an individual that has the skill to maintain this momentum, but also book more events in off-peek periods of time to extend revenue. The ideal candidate will be a creative, entrepreneurial professional with the ability to successfully work across teams and departments to deliver excellent results. Supported by a robust marketing department and reporting to the General Manager, the Corporate Sales Manger will successfully market and sell EMV spaces for business, industry, and consumer events. A dedicated team of on-site staff will help execute these events and the candidate will manage the client experience through each event's successful completion.

The Corporate Sales Manager must be capable of delivering world-class customer service and generate sales in accord with Early Mountain Vineyards hospitality and sales principles. Paramount to their success is representing the winery with enthusiastic professionalism while being gracious, genuine and respectful of guests and employees alike.

Essential duties & responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following; other duties may be assigned:
  • Develops and implements creative sales strategies to drive additional event revenue.
  • Meets with key clients, maintains relationships, negotiates, and closes deals.
  • Makes outbound lead follow up calls to potential and existing customers by telephone and in person to qualify leads and sell services.
  • Handles inbound sales lead calls to convert calls into sales. Formulates and implements plans for soliciting business.
  • Analyzes and controls expenditures of sales department to conform to budgetary Corporate requirements.
  • Manages customer budgets to maximize revenue and meet customer needs.
  • Delivers sales presentations that emphasize EMV capabilities to key clients in designated population centers across Virginia.
  • Reviews market analyses to determine customer needs, price schedules and promotional planning.
  • Works with marketing personnel regarding advertising schedules and ad developments related to corporate event business.
  • Represents the company at trade association meetings to promote event business. Including attending trade shows and conventions.
  • Coordinates and communicates verbally and in writing with customer (internal and external) regarding event details.
  • Prepares periodic sales report showing sales volume, weekly sales reports, and market segment tracking report.
  • Compiles lists of prospective customers for use as sales leads, based on information from ad inquires, trade shows, direct mail response, business and trade journals, independent research and other sources.
  • Conducts pre- and post-event meetings as required to review/communicate group needs and feedback.
  • Interfaces with guests and functions as event coordinator to ensure exceptional hospitality and service levels at events.
  • Oversees necessary receipts-related procedures; remains vigilant and consistent with winery inventory and accounting procedures; immediately informs of any discrepancies discovered.
  • Proactively identifies opportunities/challenges and suggests methods to improve event operations, efficiency and service levels to customers.
  • Opens, closes and secures event venue as required.
  • Embraces, communicates and champions work procedures and processes that support company and departmental standards, procedures and objectives.
Education and/or Experience:
  • A Bachelor's degree and 3-5 years experience are required.
  • Candidates with sales, event, food & beverage, and hospitality career experience are encouraged to apply including catering account executives, hotel sales leaders, and destination marketing professionals.
  • Basic wine tasting knowledge and familiarity with the wine industry is a plus.
Specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  • Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Strong public speaking and presentation skills; must be comfortable in front of large and small audiences
  • Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm
  • Strong organizational, problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Positive role model and ambassador for Early Mountain Vineyards in the wine industry community
  • Professional appearance and demeanor
Other Qualifications, Technology, Software:
  • Knowledge of CMS platforms
  • Ability to learn point of sale (POS) systems specific to the wine and hospitality
  • industry Skilled in the use of MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Excel
  • PC/Mac
Physical Demands: Ability to lift up to 35 pounds (e.g. cases of wine)

Work Environment
  • Versatility and flexibility (dress clothes for events and sales appointments; business casual clothes for most days)
  • Must be able to work schedule that includes evenings, weekends, and some holidays
Transportation: Must have a valid Virginia driver’s license with a clean record and own vehicle

Marketing Associate

Job Location: Madison, VA and +/- 10% travel

Job Category: Communications & Marketing

With digital communications as a core strategy of the business, Early Mountain Vineyards is seeking a dynamic and driven individual that is proficient in marketing, social media and new media strategies. This position will contribute to Early Mountain Vineyards’ brand presence as well as work to engage both consumers and media in the activities of Early Mountain Vineyards and Virginia wine more broadly. This position will report directly to the Marketing Manager.

Essential duties & responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following; other duties may be assigned:
  • Serve as primary communications representative on all social media platforms
  • Develop and execute strategies for engaging industry influencers
  • Both monitor and engage online conversations about Early Mountain Vineyards across Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, Pinterest, Instagram, blogs, web, etc.
  • Monitor wine-focused social networking sites for conversation and engage consumers to encourage interest in Early Mountain and Virginia wine
  • Stay abreast of trends in marketing & social media
  • Coordinate with the Marketing Manager to keep EMV Event calendars up-to-date
  • Work with third party design teams to coordinate printing of all marketing materials & advertisements (e.g. wedding/events ads, brochures, rack cards, event materials and online graphics) to ensure brand messages are consistent
  • Familiarize and follow all laws set for farm wineries by the Virginia ABC
  • Work with the executive team to prepare and adhere to budgets
  • Work with the Communications team to assist in planning and execution of marketing, public relations and branding objectives
  • Work with the Events Team to promote on-site events
  • Coordinate and provide on-site support with photo and video shoots
  • Assist in organizing and staffing media appointments
  • Create and distribute monthly marketing reports and summaries
  • Event staffing & ability to work weekends as needed
Education and/or Experience:
  • Bachelors Degree in marketing, communications or a similar field
  • 2-3 years experience in marketing, communications and social media
  • Past project coordination and/or hospitality experience is a plus
  • Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Self-starter that can work independently and juggle multiple tasks simultaneously
  • Comprehensive understanding of digital media
  • Driven with a strong work ethic and ability to complete tasks on deadline
  • Passionate with desire for continuous improvement
  • Collaborative, team-oriented approach
  • Enthusiasm for and interest in learning more about the wine industry & hospitality
Other Qualifications, Technology, Software
  • Google and/or Clicky Analytics
  • Social media sites for business (Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram, etc)
  • Final Cut Pro, After Effects, Photoshop (basic knowledge & interest)
  • CMS platforms
  • Ability to learn point of sale (POS) systems specific to the wine and hospitality industry
  • Skilled in the use of MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Excel
  • PC, Mac
Physical Demands: Ability to lift up to 35 pounds (e.g. cases of wine)

Work Environment: Versatility and flexibility (dress clothes for events; business casual clothes for most days)

Transportation: Must have a valid Virginia driver’s license with a clean record and own vehicle

Marketing Manager

Job Location: Madison, VA and +/- 30% travel

Job Category: Communications & Marketing

Early Mountain Vineyards is seeking a dynamic and driven individual that is proficient in branding, marketing, public relations, event execution and strategy development. The Marketing Manager is a core contributor to the Marketing and Communications team, as well as the on-site Events team. This position will report directly to the General Manager. The Marketing Manager will have at least one direct report (Marketing Associate).
Essential duties & responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following; other duties may be assigned:
  • Work with the Communications team to plan and execute marketing, public relations and branding objectives
  • Analyze market trends and recommend changes to marketing and business development strategies based on analysis and feedback
  • Work with the executive team to establish annual revenue goals including wine club membership acquisition and retention, event revenue and expenses
  • Ensure EMV branding remains consistent across all platforms
  • Oversee public relations initiatives and manage the relationship with our DC-based communications team and DC-based PR firm
  • Create promotional initiatives to meet sales goals
  • Procure and purchase staff uniforms, swag and EMV branded materials
  • Work with the Marketing Coordinator to create any necessary marketing and promotional documents
  • Develop wine club communication and wine club event strategies
  • Oversee day-to-day wine club operations and quarterly wine club shipments
  • Develop acquisition, retention and “win back” strategies
  • Assist in wine club sales training of tasting room associates
  • Target appropriate events for participation of our EMV Airstream in our key markets (Northern VA, Charlottesville, Richmond)
  • Represent Early Mountain alongside other EMV team members at appropriate events within the industry (wine tastings, dinners, festivals, etc.)
  • Work with the events team to plan and execute large-scale winery wide events (4xper year) and other targeted on-site events
  • Familiarize and follow all laws set for farm wineries by the Virginia ABC
  • Ongoing ability to work weekends as needed
Education and/or Experience
  • Bachelors Degree in marketing, communications or a similar field
  • 5-7 years experience in marketing, public relations, event planning and/or hospitality management
  • Proven track record for developing strong client relationships
  • Proven ability to meet or exceed forecasted revenue goals
Specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Self-starter that can work independently and juggle multiple tasks simultaneously
  • Comprehensive understanding of digital media
  • Driven with a strong work ethic and ability to complete tasks on deadline
  • Passionate with desire for continuous improvement
  • Collaborative, team-oriented approach
  • Enthusiasm for and interest in learning more about the wine industry & hospitality
  • The ability to coordinate internal team members from different departments
Other Qualifications, Technology, Software
  • Knowledge of CMS platforms
  • Ability to learn point of sale (POS) systems specific to the wine and hospitality industry
  • Skilled in the use of MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Excel
  • PC, Mac
Physical Demands: Ability to lift up to 35 pounds (e.g. cases of wine)

Work Environment: Versatility and flexibility (dress clothes for events; business casual clothes for most days)

Transportation: Must have a valid Virginia driver’s license with a clean record and own vehicle

Friday, August 29, 2014

Final Score: One-O-Two-Four

993-995) DCPA+CJ regulars have probably cracked the code that we consistently note new opportunities w/ the Pew Charitable Trusts on Fridays; we’d like to give extra visibility to this Officer, Communications, with a focus on institutional and strategic communications for the organization; also new at Pew:
996) Enroll America seeks to enroll you in a Fall Communications Fellowship of the unpaid variety – they promise you’ll learn about communications & media relations while helping the nation’s leading healthcare enrollment coalition educate uninsured consumers about their new health insurance options through the Affordable Care Act.

997-1000) The folks at the Climate Reality Project tell us that they are still seeking the right candidates for these Fall-term Intern opportunities:
1001-1004) The University of Maryland sent us these all of 5 minutes ago; good timing Terps:
1005-1006) AARP (scroll to find, or use advanced search & job #)
1007) Aerospace Industries AssociationPress Secretary

1008-1009) American Public Transportation Association
1010-1011) American University
1012) Caterpillar Senior Communications Representative – apply by Sept. 3

1013) Environmental Working GroupDirector of Communications

1014) Fish & Wildlife ServicePublic Affairs Specialist – $89k-$116k – job ID: R9-14-1200702-BF – apply by Sept. 4

1015) Initiative for Global Development Communications & Media Intern – apply by Sept. 5

1016) International City/County Management AssociationCommunications & Project Manager

1017-1019) Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts
1020) National Science FoundationPublic Affairs Specialist -- $105k-$136k – job ID: LPA-2014-0013 – apply by Sept. 19

1021) Old Dominion UniversityDirector, Public Affairs & News Bureau – $41k+ – Norfolk, Va. – apply today, Aug. 29

1022) Overseas Private Investment Corp.Public Affairs Specialist – $75k-$116k – job ID: OPIC-OEA-2014-0009 – apply by Sept. 8

1023) Qorvis MSLGROUPAccount Exec – healthcare practice

1024) … and, finally: St. Stephen’s & St. Agnes School, where we were educated for seven lovely, pleasant & formative years, seeks Assistant Director of Alumni Relations (search under staff category) – which reminds us to get out the old check-book, ourselves, and beat Fredericksburg Christian! (that came out a little rough, so how about just Go Saints!) – apply by Sept. 12

And, so, that's it for your just-the-jobs August run.  We only equaled 97.6% of last year's tally, but we'll still call 1,024 jobs & internships posted in a month a win.  Best wishes for a winning, wonderful & we-hope-starting-soon Labor Day Weekend from your favoritepublic affairs jobs resource.

Thursday, August 28, 2014

Penultimate

Here's the second-to-last entry in our approaching-four-figures-of-opportunities August blitz of just-the-jobs programming.  Whew.

943) Voto Latino seeks Communications & Campaigns Manager to help drive initiatives related to sexual & reproductive health rights (SRHR) – extensive knowledge of SRHR issues & related social justice issues (immigration, Latino civil rights, etc.) with experience in policy advocacy, organizing & coalition building particularly sought; Spanish language skills a plus

944) ACT/The App Association would like to download you into their In House Meetings & Events Planner (scroll to find) post, but only of you actually possess broad-based meeting/event management experience, plus some degree of cat-herding ability

945) The Dept. of Labor seeks Digital Media Intern (scroll to find) with a blend of skills in social media, web analytics, content management and utilizing digital media tools

946-954) We’ve referenced a few of these previously, but our friends at the Human Rights Campaign tell us they are still seeking resumes for the following:
955-956) Abt Associates
957) American Constitution SocietyDeputy Director of Strategic Engagement

958) American Institute of ArchitectsDirector of Digital Marketing

959-964) American Enterprise Institute
965) BASFManager, Corporate Media Relations – Florham Park, NJ

966-968) Brookings Institution
969-972) Center on Budget & Policy Priorities
973-975) Democratic National Committee (scroll to find)
976) Georgetown UniversityProgram Coordinator supporting the Center for Multicultural Equity and Access

977) Justice Research & Statistics AssociationExecutive Director – search managed by JDG Executive Search

978) KetchumSenior Vice President, External Communications – New York

979) Make-a-Wish Foundation, Mid-AtlanticDevelopment Coordinator

980) National Association of RealtorsMeetings & Travel Admin Coordinator

981-985) Nature Conservancy (scroll to find or use advanced search & job #)
986-989) Rock Creek Strategic Marketing
990-991) Share Our Stength
992) World Food ProgramDirector, Corporate Relations [it appears this one has been removed; there is a Development Intern opportunity of recent-ish vintage noted, however]

Wednesday, August 27, 2014

It's a proven fact: there is no party like a Dept. of Public Works party

888) Homestretch, an organization serving & supporting the homeless community in Falls Church & nearby areas, seeks Development Director with at least 8 years of fundraising and development experience

889) Public affairs & strategic communications firm is kglobal is looking for Internship applications for the Fall class. The Research Associates program is designed to expose individuals to a wide variety of practice areas and industry skills in public affairs, grassroots, digital media, and public relations. Applicants must be able to receive school credit if selected.

890) Multiple opportunities noted with Rescue Social Change Group, a self-described for-profit behavior change marketing agency focusing on issues such as tobacco use, violence, binge drinking, and obesity prevention – positions available in DC; Atlanta, GA & San Diego, CA

891) NGP VAN, technology provider to Democratic & progressive campaigns/organizations, seeks Marketing Associate with 1-3 years experience or more working in a marketing or communications role; experience among their clientele a plus.

892) We have it on good authority that Citizens for Global Solutions is also still looking to fill out their Intern ranks this Fall for what are promised to be substantive engagements in several disciplines

893) Advisory Board CompanyCampaign Specialist, Marketing Solutions

894-895) American Geophysical Union
896) Anacostia Watershed SocietyStewardship Interns – apply by Sept. 5

897-903) Aspen Institute
904-913) Capitol Hill
914-916) Change.org – DC, New York or San Francisco, CA
917-920) Charles Koch Institute
921) The Fund for American Studies Coordinator, Individual Giving

922) Juvenile Diabetes Research FoundationDevelopment Coordinator with the Greater Chesapeake & Potomac Chapter (search DC location)

923-924) National Alliance for Public Charter Schools
925-927) Newspaper Association of America
928) Notre Dame of Maryland UniversityAlumnae and Alumni Relations Associate – Baltimore, MD

929-931) Open Society Foundations
932) Phillips Collection Major Gifts Officer

933) Russ Reid Account Coordinator

934) Salvation ArmyWeb Communications Coordinator (scroll down) – $58k-$65k

935) St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital Specialist, Regional Events

936) University of VirginiaAssociate Director of Development – $65k-$73k

937-938) World Wildlife Fund
939-940) World Resources Institute
941) … and, finally: because nothing says party like a DC Department of Public Works party, we know you’ll want to throw your CV in the ring for this Special Events Coordinator post w/ DCDPW – $87k-$112k – apply by Aug. 28 and get the par-tay started!

942) … and, finally, part 2: lobby for the makers of rocket-related products like the propulsion system for the probably-very-accurately-named Hellfire missile as Vice President, Government Relations for ATK

Tuesday, August 26, 2014

837-887

837) We’ll start off by noting this fresh Strategic Planning & Development Intern opportunity with the Council for a Strong America, a collection of organizations in the fields of business, military, law enforcement, faith, and athletics, working together on youth development initiatives.

838) MELTZ Communications is also actively seeking an Intern to join them at their Senate-side Capitol Hill location – potential to move into paid position noted – strong writers/editors particularly valued

839) American Bar AssociationManager, Communications Response Team

840) Bread for the WorldSenior Domestic Policy Analyst – apply by Sept. 19

841) CALIBRE SystemsEditor – noted as an entry-level opportunity; must be able to obtain Secret clearance

842) Cato InstituteProject Manager for the Center for the Study of Science

843) CBS NewsAssociate Video Producer (search DC location or req ID 19033BR)

844) Center for Progressive ReformExecutive Director – apply by Sept. 15

845) CNNProducer, DC News Assignment (search DC location or req ID 142651BR)

846) CSX Corp.Marketing Communications Specialist – Jacksonville, FL – apply by Aug. 27

847) Embassy of Canada Policy Officer supporting the province of Ontario – $77k – search extended to Sept. 3

848-849) Freedom to Marry (scroll to find)
850-854) George Washington University
855-857) Guidestar
858) Kennedy Center for the Performing ArtsCorporate & Foundation Relations Assistant [note: this may be a listing from their old HR solution; you might want to scroll up to the Friday, Aug. 29 post for updated version]

859) Loudoun CountyPublic Affairs & Communications Officer – to $135k – apply by Sept. 7

860) Manhattan InstituteDirector of Media Relations – New York

861) Mystery employer Research Associate – $42k-$45k

862) Mystery prestigious legal publishing companyJDs w/ research & editing skills – temporary/contract basis – search managed by Beacon Hill Staffing

863) National Association of CountiesAssociate Legislative Director, Public Lands

864-865) National Institutes of Health
866-868) National Park Foundation
869) National Propane Gas AssociationDirector, Regulatory Affairs

870) NetflixManager, North America Media Relations for Kids programming – Los Gatos, CA

871) Nielsen Vice President, Public Policy

872) Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of AmericaSenior Director, Alliance Development

873-874) Porter Novelli
875) Project on Government OversightInterns – apply by Oct. 15 for Winter term

876) Providence HospitalVice President, Marketing/Communications
877-878) Strategic Media Services
879) Thompson Coburn Intern, Lobbying & Policy Practice Group

880) Unnamed government relations firmExecutive Assistant/Regulatory Analyst

881-884) Various mystery employers (easiest to just check all boxes & search) – searches managed by EEI Communications
885) VerizonDirector/Lobbyist

886) WellpointHealth Policy Manager/Director – location flexible to most Wellpoint office locations

887) WETADevelopment Coordinator

Monday, August 25, 2014

Stretch Run

This we're-not-slacking-in-this-waning-days-of-Summer week at DCPA+CJ as just-the-jobs programming enters the final August turn.

If you missed us on Friday, that's because we finally delivered that set on Saturday – and don't forget Sunday's run of previously noted opportunities closing this week.

772-775) Center for Democracy & Technology (scroll to find)
776-777) DC Public School Charter Board
778) Lyons PR seeks Broadcast Media Publicist (scroll to find) with 3-5 years relevant experience including strong writing skills and pitching proficiency – Spanish language skills a plus

779) We have it on good authority that MedStar Washington Hospital is actively searching for a Communications Intern (scroll to find) with strong, proven research and writing skills to join them for the Fall season

780-781) AARP (scroll to find or use advanced search & job #)
782) American Chemical SocietyAssociate Editor, Government & Policy

783) American Jewish World ServiceDirector of Media Relations – New York

784) Arabella Philanthropic AdvisorsHead of Advocacy – DC; New York; Chicago, IL or San Francisco, CA

785-786) Adfero Group
787) American Academy of DermatologyManager, Advocacy Communications

788) American Anthropological AssociationDirector, Communications & Public Affairs

789) American Postal Workers UnionCommunications Specialist – $62k

790) American Society of HematologyEditorial Assistant (scroll way down)

791-794) Burson Marsteller
795) Chesapeake Bay FoundationVice President of Development – Annapolis, MD – apply by Sept. 12

796) Community College of BaltimoreCoordinator, Media Relations – part-time – $23/hr – Catonsville, MD – apply by Sept. 1

797) Concerned Veterans of AmericaNorth Carolina Local Team Leader (scroll to find) – Raleigh, NC – search managed by the Center for Shared Services

798) Counterpart InternationalIntern supporting the Responsive Governance Project, Yemen – DC-based – Arabic language skills preferred

799-800) CropLife America
801) Drug Policy AllianceDigital Fundraising Manager

802) Education Writers AssociationWeb & Multimedia Associate

803-805) Facebook
806-808) Frostburg State University – Frostburg, MD
809) Genesis Event Communications Assistant – deemed entry-level – Virginia Beach, Va.

810) Global Financial IntegrityJunior Economist – apply by Sept. 5

811) Health Care Without HarmProgram Assistant

812-815) Hillel International
816) International Foundation for Electoral SystemsOnline Communications Manager (go to view all current opportunities, then select DC location)

817) Library of CongressInformation Research Specialist, Health Policy & Medicine – $75k-$98k – job ID: 140222 – apply by Sept. 10

818) Mercatus Center at George Mason University – Media Relations Associate

819) Morgan State UniversityAssociate Director, Public Relations & Communications – Baltimore, MD

820) MorochCommunications Coordinator – Parkersburg, WV

821) Operation HomefrontMarketing Communications Manager – search managed by SeeKing HR

822-824) National Education Association
825) Planned ParenthoodAssistant, Media Relations – temporary; six month term

826) ReThink Media Media Associate (pdf) supporting the Money in Politics & Fair Courts Communications Collaborative

827) School Sisters of Notre DameCommunications Director – Baltimore, MD

828) SmithBucklin Government Relations Manager, Healthcare Practice

829) Society for NeuroscienceNeuroscience Policy Fellow

830-832) Thales (search communications category or req ID 141054; all jobs show in same listing as Senior Communications Opportunities) DC or Irvine, CA
833) Urban InstituteResearch Associate

834) US Chamber of CommerceAssistant Scheduler & Admin Assistant

835-836) Working America/AFL-CIO

Sunday, August 24, 2014

Happy Birthday, Cal

Looks like a lovely Sunday so far in the DC area, and we hope it's a good one for the O's mainstay, as well.  So, quickly check out previously noted opportunities closing in the upcoming week, and have a fine day, yourself.  Yes, that's an order.

British EmbassyBusiness Development Associate, Life Sciences & Healthcare – $44k – Aug. 25

Chesapeake Bay FoundationPennsylvania Outreach & Advocacy Manager – Harrisburg, PA – Aug. 25

Federal Communications CommissionSocial Media Associate – $89k-$115k – job ID: DEU-OMR-2014-002 – Aug. 25

Office of National Drug PolicyPolicy Analyst – $89k-$138k – job ID: ONDCP-14-11-LC-DE – Aug. 25

Patent & Trademark OfficeOnline Communications Specialist – $75k-$116k – job ID: CCO-2014-0011 – Aug. 25

YMCA of Metro WashingtonCommunications AssociateAug. 25 

Nature Conservancy (scroll to find, or use advanced search & job #)
Dept. of Homeland SecurityLegislative Affairs Specialist – $42k-$55k – Aug. 26

United Nations Foundation
METI, Inc. – Climate Change Communications Specialist supporting US Forest Service International ProgramsAug. 27

Corporation for National & Community ServiceDeputy Chief of External Affairs – $106k-$130k – job ID: CNS-14-076-1190223 – Aug. 28

Dept. of DefensePublic Affairs Specialist – $106k-$136k – job ID: OSD-14-1179970-B – Aug. 28

Federal Communications CommissionCommunications Director, Enforcement Bureau – $89k-$124k – job ID: DEU-EB-2014-0001GS13 – Aug. 28  

Architect of the CapitolWriter/Editor – $89k-$116k – job ID: WP-SOB-2014-202 Aug. 29

Arlington County Dept. of Environmental ServicesCommunications Specialist – part-time $23-$43/hr – Aug. 29

Goucher CollegeContent Manager/Writer – multiple posts available – Baltimore, MD – Aug. 29

National MS SocietyGovernment Activism Coordinator – Oklahoma City, OK – Aug. 29 

University of MarylandSenior Director of Development, College of Arts & Humanities – $100k-$120k – Aug. 29

Smithsonian Institution
Northern Virginia Community CollegeDirector of Media Relations – $87k-$120k – Aug. 31

United WayDirector of StrategyAug. 31

Saturday, August 23, 2014

Friday's set, arriving on Saturday

We're finally back on track, if nonetheless behind schedule. Hope your Saturday has been nice so far, and continues on that arc.

733-735) American University
736-741) British Embassy
742) Cascades TechnologiesSocial Media Outreach Specialist

743) Center for Responsive PoliticsOutreach & Social Media Coordinator

744) Certified Financial Planner Board of StandardsOnline Communications Coordinator

745) Concentric MethodsCommunications Specialist

746) Dept. of JusticeCommunications Coordinator – $106k-$136k – job ID: JP-14-153 – apply by Sept. 1

747-748) Discovery Communications
749) EarthjusticeCommunications Intern

750) Fox NewsAssociate Producer for #MediaBuzz

751) Graduate Management Admission Council - Social Media & Marketing Manager (may have to scroll to find)

752-753) ID.me
754-755) IDS International
756) John Snow, Inc.Web & Social Media Specialist – apply by Oct. 31

757-758) Ketchum
759-761) National MS Society
762) National Nuclear Security AdministrationDigital Media Specialist – $52k-$98k – job ID: 14-0104-DEU – apply by Sept. 4

763-765) Pew Charitable Trusts
766) Syska Hennessy GroupCommunications Intern

767-770) US Conference of Catholic Bishops
771) … and, finally: Herndon-based armored vehicle maker Alpine Armoring seeks Receptionist/Secretary of the organized, dependable & social media-savvy sort – let us know if we can get the Pitbull VX in blue metallic, please.

Thursday, August 21, 2014

As for us, we'd just as well stay on the NSA's good side

Update to the update: well, we've fizzled out today, and hope to bring you some fresh opportunities on Saturday, instead.  Maybe.  So, on that uncertain note, best wishes for a great weekend (or at least one that has gone smoother than our own Friday) from your favoritepublic affairs jobs resource.

Friday a.m. update: a cocktail of web-connectivity issues and pending utility company work at DCPA+CJ HQ will result in a much-delayed Friday set - see you later!

698) We’ll start off your Thursday with this Web Editor & E-Communications Associate opportunity with our friends at Casey Trees – 2+ years experience working with web content management systems aand strong project management, training/support, and writing skills particularly sought – $40k-$43k – apply by Sept. 22

699-700) Very fresh opportunities with the Environmental Defense Fund:
701) The Center for Community Change seeks Media Specialist for Ethnic Media to focus on building relationship w/ the Latino & ethnic press audiences – fluency in Spanish is required, as well as a commitment to social justice and knowledge of immigration-related issues

702) ACLU - Legal Internships, Summer 2015 - DC, New York, and other locations nationwide

703) America SCORESCommunications Associate – part-time – $700/mo. – apply by Sept. 15

704) Atlantic CouncilProgram Assistant, Board Relations (scroll to find)

705) Benchmark Hotels & ResortsCommunications Coordinator

706-709) Brookings Institution
710-715) Center for American Progress
716-717) Children’s National Medical Center – positions supporting Safe Kids Worldwide
718) Dept. of Homeland SecurityLegislative Affairs Specialist – $42k-$55k – apply by Aug. 26

719-720) GE
721-722) Georgetown University
723-728) Nature Conservancy (scroll to find, or use advanced search & job #)
729) Peace CorpsMarketing Strategist – $82k-$120k – job ID: 14-274-NW – apply by Sept. 2

730) Prince George’s County Public SchoolsPublic Information Officer (search keyword media) – $109k-$179k- Upper Marlboro, MD – apply by Sept. 2

731) University of VirginiaAssistant Director of Content Strategy – $64k-$70k – Charlottesville, Va.

732) … and, finally: please note that our we’d-like-to-stay-on-their-good-side pals at the National Security Agency will begin accepting applications for Summer 2015 Strategic Communications Intern posts on Sept. 1

Wednesday, August 20, 2014

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662) American Beverage AssociationVice President, Government Affairs

663) American College of SurgeonsDeputy Director, Legislative & Political Affairs

664) Americans for the ArtsResearch Coordinator

665-668) Capitol Hill
669) Camris InternationalSenior Communications Advisor supporting USAID’s Bureau for Global Health

670-671) Comcast
672) Communities in Schools, Nation’s CapitalFund Development Contractor – part-time – $70-$95/hr

673) Democracy Prep Public SchoolsCommunications Associate

674-675) Dept. of Health & Human Services
  • Legislative Liaison – $89k-$116k – job ID: HHS-ONC-DE-13-1183147 – apply by Aug. 23
  • Public Affairs Specialist – $73k-$106k – jobs ID: HHS-IEA-DE-14-1186965 – opportunities available in Dallas, TX & San Francisco, CA – apply by Aug. 21
676) Dept. of Parks & RecreationPublic Information Manager – $53k-$88k – Richmond, Va. – apply by Sept. 7

677) Electronic Transactions AssociationGovernment Relations Coordinator

678) Federal Communications CommissionSocial Media Associate – $89k-$115k – job ID: DEU-OMR-2014-002 – apply by Aug. 25

679) Federal Deposit Insurance CorporationDeputy to the Chairman for Communications – $193k-$257k – job ID: 2014-EMDEU-0056 – apply by Sept. 5

680) Institute of Scrap Recycling IndustriesWeb Manager

681-683) Johns Hopkins Medicine – Baltimore, MD
684) Millennium Challenge Corp.Intern, Congressional & Public Affairs – apply by Aug. 25

685) Mystery association, Reston-basedMarketing Specialist, Email & Campaigns – freelance to full-time – to $30/hr or $60k – search managed by Creative Circle

686) Mystery non-profitDonor Relations Assistant – temporary post – $16/hr

687) Mystery PR firm of the quickly growing varietyDigital Media Associate

688) National Cannabis Industry AssociationGovernment Relations Coordinator

689) ReingoldCommunications & Marketing Intern – paid position

690-695) Sensis
696) USA Rice FederationCommunications & Social Media Coordinator

697-698) USDA Food & Nutrition Service