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Sentar is seeking a Public Affairs Specialist II in Fort Meade, MD!

Role Description:

Provide public affairs and strategic communications support for a DoD combatant command, developing and implementing a variety of deliverables including articles, public affairs guidance, talking points, photos, related materials, fact sheets, briefing materials, the client’s webpages, and draft press releases. Work independently on deliverables to the client and apply public affairs knowledge to drive products to completion. Support external media engagement efforts for leadership and write and edit articles and social media posts on the client's operations, activities, and investments for distribution on client social media sites. Write messages to the workforce on behalf of client leadership, edit executive communications products, and write and develop content for the internal websites. Manage long-term and short-term deadlines in a fast-paced and deadline-driven environment, specifically to coordinate public affairs position and recommendation on client support for conferences, media events, and other engagements. Assist with planning, managing, and coordinating agency engagements and provide onsite management of the event to include scheduling, promoting, set up, and day of event management. Provide support for media engagements and developing talking points, provide content management support for intranet and internet sites.

Qualifications:

Clearance; TS/SCI and willingness to take a polygraph

Education: Bachelors degree

Experience:

5+ years of experience as a DoD public affairs specialist

5+ years of experience in military public affairs

Knowledge of principles, policies, practices, methods, applications, techniques, standards, and trends

Ability to photograph, write, edit, and prepare news releases, social media posts, and programs for press, radio, and television, including the organization and layout of publications used in the public affairs program, ensuring conformance to client and government guidelines

Ability to pay strict attention to detail

Possession of excellent organizational skills

Possession of excellent verbal and written communication skills

Benefits at Sentar:

In addition to a great culture, Sentar not only fosters an inclusive work environment but also offers an extensive benefits package designed to cater to the well-being of its employees and their families.

Voluntary Medical, Dental, Vision, with Health Savings or Flexible Spending Plan options Voluntary Life, Critical Illness, Accident, and Long Term Care insurance options Group Term Life, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability is provided by Sentar to all qualifying employees Generous 401(k) match Competitive PTO plan that graduates quickly with years of service Other leave programs; holiday schedule along with bereavement, jury and military duty Mental health awareness programs Tuition reimbursement Professional development reimbursement Recognition and Awards programs

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