We are looking to place a Public Affairs /Media Specialist with the Federal Government in Cheyenne, Wyoming on a part time 20 hours per week for 5 years, 1,000 hours each year contract. McNeal Professional Services, Inc. is a 22-year National Wireless Engineering and Staffing Services firm. We offer a comprehensive benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD and Life Insurance. Join our great team today!

Must be able to pass a detailed background investigation.

If interested and available, please reply with an updated Word version of your resume and salary requirements.

Description: Public Affairs /Media Specialist

• Provide customized media and public relation services such as the development of media messages and strategies;
• Provide recommendations of media sources for placement of campaigns;
• Prepare media materials such as background materials, press releases, presentation and press kits, and speeches;
• Approach journalists with story ideas;
• Create and maintain media lists;
• Execute media programs, including social media presence;
• Conduct press conferences;
• Schedule broadcast and/or print interviews;
• Provide crisis communications assistance;
• Train agency personnel to deal with media and media responses;
• Conduct follow-ups with respect to media interviews as requested, including fact checking and follow-up notes to journalists;
• Other related duties within scope as assigned work.

QUALIFICATIONS - Public Affairs /Media Specialist

• Bachelor’s degree or higher.
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in media relations, campaigns, marketing, and coordinating efforts at the local, state, or federal levels.
• Experience working with federal, state, or local governments or entities.
• Experience reviewing and analyzing data, drafting speeches, conducting media surveys and analysis, and developing national, local, and district-wide campaigns.
• Must have valid driver’s license and dependable vehicle.
• U.S. Citizenship.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Application Question(s):

• Must Have Valid Driver's License and Dependable Vehicle

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• federal., State local Government: 3 years (Preferred)
• Media relations: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: In person