Public Affairs Specialist

Public Affairs Specialist

Be the Difference

Astrion offers comprehensive services that boost preparedness, optimize performance, and ensure success across various domains, from Cyber to Digital, Mission and Systems, servicing our nation's Civilian, Defense and Space communities. We support customers with Centers of Excellence in Washington DC, Huntsville, AL and Burlington, MA with an additional 36 locations across the U.S.

Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a public affairs specialist for the Engineering, Professional, and Administrative Support Services contract, supporting the USAF Cryptologic and Cyber Systems Division.

JOB DETAILS

LOCATION: San Antonio, TX

JOB STATUS: Full time

TRAVEL: None

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

• Secret clearance, eligible to upgrade to TS/SCI.
• Bachelor's degree in journalism, public relations, marketing, or related field
• US Government public affairs experience

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

• USAF public affairs experience

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Creates and carries out commander's information program by providing effective and efficient communication tools (i.e., newsletters, presentations, etc.) where appropriate to link Total Force Airmen with their leaders. Creates awareness of and support for the mission, reduces the spread of rumors and misinformation, and provides avenues for feedback.
• Manages Security and Policy Review (S&PR) program. Reviews presentations, documents, articles, books, etc., and ensures that the correct paperwork is properly completed for the approval authority at the 66 ABG/PA at Hanscom AFB, MA. Funnels information between the requestor and the 66 ABG/PA to maintain proper coordination. Regularly reminds CCSD personnel that any item released to the public must go through S&PR before release.
• Develops partnerships/relationships with area public affairs offices to further advance the mission.
• Provides photographic services as requested or when host unit 502d ABW/PA is unable to support.
• Attends meetings, conferences, briefings, and seminars related to program planning and mission support.
• As a key member of the Division Action Group, assists with event planning, protocol, and audio equipment support as needed.

What We Offer

• Competitive salaries
• Continuing education assistance
• Professional development allotment
• Multiple healthcare benefits packages
• 401K with employer matching
• Paid time off (PTO) along with a federally recognized holiday schedule

Who We Are

At Astrion, we innovate, elevate, and shape the world of tomorrow. At our core is our purpose to "Be the Difference". This means we encourage our employees to take action and be the driving force for positive change. We foster an environment where innovative solutions flourish and our company continuously evolves.

We have a culture of care, empathy, and making a tangible difference within our organization and communities. We embrace continuous learning, growth, and innovation, and pushing the boundaries of what's possible. We promote collaboration and empowering our teams is at the core of our success.

Join Astrion and Be the Difference in your career and the world!

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