# Public Relations Specialist

**Company:** [AlphaX](https://jobs.workable.com/companies/qTKMeatvbaN7e4oCC4V8kB.md)
**Location:** Bethesda, United States
**Workplace:** on site
**Employment type:** Full-time
**Department:** AlphaGov

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## Description

[AlphaGov](https://alpha-gov.com/) is seeking a Public Relations Specialist for future communications opportunities. You’ll help public-sector organizations explain decisions, respond to media inquiries, and keep communities informed. You should be comfortable interviewing a subject-matter expert, preparing a spokesperson for tough questions, and writing a public update on deadline.

**What you’ll do**

-   Build communications plans for program launches, research releases, and public meetings. Identify who needs the information, what questions they’re likely to ask, and how best to reach them.
-   Write and edit press releases, media advisories, talking points, newsletters, and content for websites and social media.
-   Manage media inquiries, verify facts with subject-matter experts, arrange interviews, and prepare spokespeople for follow-up questions.
-   Coordinate press briefings and community events, from drafting invitations to preparing speakers and following up with reporters.
-   Support crisis communications by confirming what is known, coordinating approvals, and updating public statements as facts develop.
-   Track media coverage and recurring public questions. Use what you learn to improve the next announcement, briefing, or FAQ.

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## Requirements

-   Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, journalism, project management, or a related field.
-   At least five years of relevant experience in public relations, public affairs, or communications project management.
-   Experience writing public-facing materials in Associated Press (AP) style and adapting technical information for a general audience.
-   Experience coordinating media inquiries or interviews and managing deadlines across subject-matter experts, spokespeople, and reviewers.

## Benefits

**Nice to have**

-   Public-sector, healthcare, education, or nonprofit communications experience.
-   Experience with crisis communications, community engagement, or media training.
-   Familiarity with media monitoring tools and campaign analytics.