Public Affairs / Outreach Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Graham Technologies is seeking a Public Affairs / Outreach Specialist to develop and coordinate communications, multimedia content, stakeholder outreach, events, and public-facing materials for a Federal program. The specialist will ensure communications are accurate, consistent, professionally produced, and released through established review and approval processes.LocationSan Diego, CAKey ResponsibilitiesDevelop and execute communication, public affairs, stakeholder-engagement, and outreach plans.Create and maintain content calendars for announcements, social media, industry engagements, events, and recurring communications.Draft articles, talking points, fact sheets, presentations, correspondence, announcements, and executive briefing materials.Produce and edit digital graphics, photography, video, web content, and other multimedia products.Coordinate virtual and in-person events, industry engagements, outreach sessions, and stakeholder meetings.Manage event schedules, invitations, registration, logistics, speaker support, materials, and post-event follow-up.Coordinate technical fact-checking, editorial review, branding review, accessibility review, and final approval before release.Prepare spokespersons and Government leaders with briefing books, talking points, media guidance, and presentation support.Monitor outreach effectiveness and provide metrics, lessons learned, and recommendations for improvement.Maintain organized libraries of approved communications products, templates, imagery, and source materials.Required SkillsExperienceBachelor 's degree with relevant public affairs, communications, outreach, multimedia, journalism, marketing, or event-management experience, or at least five (5) years of directly relevant professional experience.Experience developing written and visual communications for varied audiences.Experience coordinating events, stakeholder engagements, or public-facing activities.Experience managing review and approval workflows for official communications.ClearanceActive Secret clearance.Certifications / ToolsProficiency with Microsoft Office, Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, and virtual-event platforms.Experience with Adobe Creative Suite or comparable graphic-design, photography, video, and publishing tools.Desired SkillsExperienceExperience supporting Federal public affairs, technology communications, industry engagement, or mission-focused outreach.Experience providing media training or executive communications support.EducationMaster 's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related discipline.CertificationsAccreditation in Public Relations, Certified Meeting Professional, Adobe certification, or related credential.CompensationAt Graham Technologies, we believe in treating everyone with fairness and respect. Our compensation package is designed to ensure fair pay for work, reflecting our commitment to integrity.Many IT companies offer similar services, but what truly sets us apart is our people! We care deeply about our employees and consistently show our appreciation-not just for the final outcomes, but also for the effort and dedication shown every step of the way. Additionally, our generous benefits package supports our team members in living fulfilling and prosperous lives.Here are just a few highlights of what we offer:Four Weeks of Accrued PTO in the First YearEleven Paid Federal HolidaysComprehensive Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance401(k) Plan with Annual Employer ContributionsFlexible SchedulesReimbursements for Continued Education and TrainingWhy Graham Technologies?Our core values define who we are:Value our CustomersCare about our EmployeesPassionate about InnovationBelieve in a Strong Work EthicRely on TeamworkIntegrity MattersFounded in 2007, GTech is a consulting services firm passionate about delivering tailored solutions that meet our clients' needs and maximize the value of their investments. We achieve this by providing top-notch professionals across the IT industry. Our team embodies integrity, commitment, and reliability, which are at the heart of everything we do.We are also dedicated to fostering a culture of support for our employees-the lifeblood of our business. At Graham Technologies, we've built a family-oriented environment where team members are encouraged to maintain a healthy work-life balance, pursue their passions, and grow professionally through flexible schedules, continued education, and a strong sense of community.