Federal public affairs & communications jobs
Public affairs specialists (1035) handle media relations, internal communications, social media and community outreach. General arts and information roles (1001) include exhibit, visual information and creative positions.
Writing samples or portfolios may be requested. Degrees in communications, journalism or marketing, or equivalent experience, are typical preparation.
USAJOBS currently lists 30 open public affairs & communications announcements. The most active recent employers are Army National Guard Units, Department of State Headquarters and Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys. 22 of the latest 30 offer remote work or telework.
OPM occupational series: 1035, 1001
- Open announcements
- 30
- Top hiring agency (recent)
- Army National Guard Units
- Remote or telework (recent)
- 22 / 30
Occupation snapshot: Public Affairs & Communications
National figures for related occupations across all employers, not just the federal government. Federal pay is set by each announcement's grade and locality.
| Occupation | National median wage | Outlook | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public Relations SpecialistsO*NET-SOC 27-3031.00 | $74,750 per year$35.94 per hour2025 data | Bright outlook2% projected change (2025-2035)23,000 openings per year | Bachelor's degree |
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Newest federal public affairs & communications jobs
PUBLIC AFFAIRS SPECIALIST
Closes Nov 9, 2026Naval Medical Command · Department of the Navy
Bremerton, Washington
$100,602 - $130,786 per year · GS-12
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
PUBLIC AFFAIRS SPECIALIST
Closes Nov 10, 2026Headquarters, Air Force Reserve Command · Department of the Air Force
McConnell AFB, Kansas
$74,678 - $97,087 per year · GS-11
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
Public Affairs Specialist
Closes Nov 11, 2026Office of the Secretary of the Interior · Department of the Interior
Location Negotiable After Selection
$89,508 - $116,362 per year · GS-12
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
Assistant Registrar
Closes Nov 17, 2026Smithsonian Institution · Other Agencies and Independent Organizations
Washington, District of Columbia
$102,415 - $133,142 per year · GS-12
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
Web Content Specialist
Closes Nov 9, 2026Customs and Border Protection · Department of Homeland Security
Washington, District of Columbia
$121,785 - $158,322 per year · GS-13
- Full-time
- Permanent
Public Affairs Specialist
Closes Nov 17, 2026Federal Trade Commission · Other Agencies and Independent Organizations
Washington, District of Columbia
$143,913 - $187,093 per year · GS-14
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
Public Affairs Specialist
Closes Nov 17, 2026Federal Trade Commission · Other Agencies and Independent Organizations
Washington, District of Columbia
$143,913 - $187,093 per year · GS-14
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
Public Affairs Specialist
Closes Nov 16, 2026Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys · Department of Justice
Billings, Montana
$74,678 - $97,087 per year · GS-11
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
Public Affairs Specialist
Closes Nov 16, 2026Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys · Department of Justice
Billings, Montana
$74,678 - $97,087 per year · GS-11
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
Public Affairs Specialist
Closes Nov 12, 2026Veterans Health Administration · Department of Veterans Affairs
Honolulu, Hawaii
$77,964 - $101,359 per year · GS-11
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
Public Affairs Specialist
Closes Nov 12, 2026U.S. Army Corps of Engineers · Department of the Army
Huntington, West Virginia
$89,508 - $116,362 per year · GS-12
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
Public Affairs Specialist (Congressional Affairs Officer) (Open to both U.S. Citizens and Federal Employees)
Closes Nov 12, 2026Maritime Administration · Department of Transportation
Kings Point, New York
$121,785 - $163,062 per year · GS-13
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
PUBLIC AFFAIRS SPECIALIST
Closes Nov 13, 2026Army National Guard Units · Department of the Army
Camp Dodge Military Reservation, Iowa
$62,223 - $80,895 per year · GS-9
- Full-time
- Permanent
Public Affairs Specialist
Closes Nov 5, 2026Offices, Boards and Divisions · Department of Justice
Washington, District of Columbia
$85,447 - $133,142 per year · GS-11 to 12
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
Public Affairs Specialist
Closes Nov 12, 2026Department of State Headquarters · Department of State
Washington, District of Columbia
$121,785 - $158,322 per year · GS-13
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
Public Affairs Specialist
Closes Nov 13, 2026Department of State Headquarters · Department of State
Washington, District of Columbia
$121,785 - $158,322 per year · GS-13
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
National Press Secretary - Office of the Democratic Leader (NY-08)
Closes Nov 13, 2026House of Representatives · Legislative Branch
Washington, District of Columbia
Salary not listed · HS-0
- Full-time
- Permanent
PUBLIC AFFAIRS SPECIALIST
Closes Nov 4, 2026Air Education and Training Command · Department of the Air Force
Keesler AFB, Mississippi
$74,678 - $97,087 per year · GS-11
- Full-time
- Term
- Telework eligible
PUBLIC AFFAIRS SPECIALIST (COMMUNITY RELATIONS)
Closes Nov 4, 2026U.S. Pacific Fleet · Department of the Navy
Pearl Harbor Naval Base, Oahu, Hawaii
$93,445 - $121,482 per year · GS-12
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
VIDEO TELECONFERENCE PRODUCTION SPECIALIST
Closes Nov 4, 2026Joint Activities · Department of the Army
PYEONGTAEK, South Korea
$63,795 - $82,938 per year · GS-11
- Full-time
- Permanent
Public Affairs Specialist
Closes Nov 4, 2026Drug Enforcement Administration · Department of Justice
San Antonio, Texas
$90,823 - $140,403 per year · GS-12 to 13
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
Public Affairs Specialist
Closes Nov 15, 2026U.S. Army Corps of Engineers · Department of the Army
Saint Louis, Missouri
$91,779 - $141,880 per year · NH-3
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
Film Restoration Project Coordinator
Closes Nov 20, 2026Library of Congress · Legislative Branch
Culpeper, Virginia
$102,415 - $133,142 per year · GS-12
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
Media Relations Coordinator #770
Closes Nov 5, 2026Senate · Legislative Branch
Washington, District of Columbia
$74,367 - $130,143 per year · AD-00
- Full-time
- Permanent
Wayside Exhibit Planner
Closes Nov 5, 2026National Park Service · Department of the Interior
Location Negotiable After Selection
$70,623 - $133,142 per year · GS-9 to 12
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
Public Affairs Specialist (Title 32) (Indefinite)
Closes Nov 14, 2026Army National Guard Units · Department of the Army
Richmond, Virginia
$64,475 - $83,822 per year · GS-9
- Full-time
- Temporary
Visitor Experience and Accessibility Manager
Closes Nov 4, 2026Smithsonian Institution · Other Agencies and Independent Organizations
Washington, District of Columbia
$102,415 - $133,142 per year · GS-12
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
PUBLIC AFFAIRS SPECIALIST
Closes Sep 30, 2027Air Force Civilian Career Training · Department of the Air Force
Multiple Locations
$50,460 - $77,460 per year · GS-7
- Full-time
- Permanent
Supervisory Television Traffic Continuity Coordinator
Closes Nov 5, 2026Defense Media Activity · Department of Defense
Fort Meade, Maryland
$102,415 - $133,142 per year · GS-12
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
Information and Arts
Closes Mar 29, 2027Department of the Air Force Headquarters · Department of the Air Force
Location Negotiable After Selection
$22,584 - $164,301 per year · NH-1 to 4
- Multiple schedules
- Multiple
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