Public Relations Specialist
Red Carrot
Position Title: Public Relations Specialist Location / Schedule: Remote, remote flexibility for nights/weekends as needed. Contract Length: 3 months with possibility of extension to 6 months. Overview The Public Affairs Specialist plays a versatile role in supporting the agency’s public affairs and communications efforts. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong judgment and the ability to quickly identify, prioritize, and respond to emerging issues in a fast‑paced environment. This role requires experience managing media inquiries, drafting clear and compelling public‑facing content, and supporting executive‑level communications with professionalism and discretion, along with a solid understanding of the media and digital landscape. Key Responsibilities Issue Recognition, Timeliness and Prioritization: Identify, assess, and prioritize significant and emerging issues relevant to the agency and administration. Deliver accurate, high‑quality work under tight deadlines, with strong attention to detail. Media Inquiry Management: Track, triage, and prepare responses for incoming media inquiries in a timely and organized manner. Maintain knowledge of traditional and social media influencer landscape. Writing Proficiency: Draft, edit, and finalize content for press releases, statements, talking points, and social media platforms, tailored to a variety of audiences. Communicate the goals, priorities, and initiatives of the Administration through all public‑facing materials. Professionalism and Decorum: Navigate politically sensitive issues including law enforcement and national security matters with discretion. Work professionally with executive‑level leadership, maintaining confidentiality and exercising sound judgment. Collaborate within a fast‑paced team environment while maintaining professionalism in all interactions. Digital Literacy: Use social media management tools, analytics, and best practices for maximizing engagement and reach. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Political Science, Public Affairs, or a related field. 2–5 years of professional experience in public affairs, communications, media relations, journalism, or a related discipline. Experience drafting and editing press releases, statements, talking points, and social media or digital content for public‑facing audiences. Experience supporting or coordinating responses to media inquiries in a fast‑paced or high‑visibility environment. Familiarity with government, public sector, or highly regulated environments is preferred. Experience working with senior leadership or executive stakeholders, exercising discretion and sound judgment. Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered. Benefits Training and Development – Tuition reimbursement and professional trainings for eligible employees. Healthcare – Top‑tier medical, dental, vision, life insurance and long‑term disability coverage. 401(k) Plan – Retirement plan with company matching and no vesting period. Profit Sharing – Discretionary profit‑sharing plan to eligible employees after one year of employment. Paid Time Off – Flexible work hours, paid time off and 11 federal holidays. Equal Employment Opportunity We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, gender identity, transgender status, sexual orientation, actual or perceived status as a victim of domestic violence, dating violence or stalking, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. This policy extends to all aspects of our employment practices, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, discipline, termination, promotions, transfers, compensation, benefits, training and leaves of absence. #J-18808-Ljbffr Red Carrot
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