Public Affairs Coordinator

Koniag Data Solutions, a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking a Public Affairs Coordinator to support KDS and our government customer in Picatinny Arsenal, NJ.

We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, paid time off, and more.
The Public Affairs Coordinator shall support senior leaders regarding the public affairs needs of the JPEO, and support in the development of materials and products to meet those specific needs. Typical responsibilities and duties may include but are not limited to:
Essential Functions, Responsibilities & Duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Recommend proactive public affairs, innovative communication strategies, proven media relations tactics, and the development of unique communication materials to maximize successes and minimize or neutralize negative publicity
• Support development and publishing of key messages, talking points, and themes to generate informational products on JPEO programs, projects, and products
• Assist in the oversight and coordination of all information media to the benefit of JPEO, including news media, television, magazines, radio, print, and the Internet
• Support the management and coordination of all JPEO media queries, interviews, and speaking engagements
• Assist with the review the latest version of the JPEO Portfolio Book, and work with JPEO PR / Marketing in development
• Support the development of media contacts and execute proactive media engagement tactics
• Coordinate media requests, media interviews, video recordings, filming of documentaries, and photography requests
• Develop and disseminate fact sheets, articles, press packages, and news release statements to communicate key themes and messages to tell the JPEO story and control the message
• Support the research, writing, editing, and publishing of articles, stories, hometown news releases, program updates, and speeches
• Coordinate JPEO community outreach
• Plan, coordinate, and manage JPEO participation in major community / public events, exhibits, and demonstrations
• Maintain JPEO command information (e.g., brochure, fact sheets, website, and video) for accuracy and currency
• Assist in the development and implementation of JPEO public affairs policies and SOP and ensure that content reflects current practices and Army Regulations
• Provide support to the G5 on recommendations related to JPEO information for public release
• Coordinate and interface with the Army's Office of the Chief of Public Affairs (OCPA), ASA(ALT) Strategic Communications Team, and other PAO teams as appropriate
• Represent JPEO at Army Strategic Communications Integration Group (ASCIG) meetings and joint public affairs meetings
• Monitor JPEO public website content for accuracy
• Develop and maintain JPEO social media
• Coordinate and publish quarterly JPEO internal newsletter

Work Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:Education:

• Bachelor's in Marketing, Communications or equivalent.

Experience:

• 10 years communications, public relations or public affairs experience, with experience in Government protocols.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
The company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin or ancestry, age, disability, citizenship, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment.
The company is dedicated to seeking all qualified applicants. If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply for a position on our website, please get in touch with Heaven Wood via e-mail at accommodations@koniag-gs.com or by calling 703-488-9377 to request accommodations.

Koniag Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned corporation supporting the values and traditions of our native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture that delivers Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services and Operational Management to Federal Government Agencies. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Koniag, we apply our proven commercial solutions to a deep knowledge of Defense and Civilian missions to provide forward leaning technical, professional, and operational solutions. KGS enables successful mission outcomes for our customers through solution-oriented business partnerships and a commitment to exceptional service delivery. We ensure long-term success with a continuous improvement approach while balancing the collective interests of our customers, employees, and native communities. For more information, please visit www.koniag-gs.com.

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