Public Affairs Specialist

Public Affairs Specialist
Company Overview:
Banner Defense, Inc., located in Huntsville, AL has an immediate opening for a dynamic, hardworking Public Affairs Specialist to join our diverse and thriving company. Our contributions across the defense and aerospace industries include program management, engineering support (hardware, software and design engineering), cybersecurity, program protection and security, logistics support, acquisition management and test and evaluation. Be a part of our passionate and determined team that is on a mission to use our skills and experiences to make a difference in the defense and aerospace industry.
Great Company Benefits:

• Medical (employer paid 80%)
• Dental (employer paid 100%)
• Vision (employer paid 100%)
• 401k (with generous matching)
• Profit Sharing
• Tuition refund
• Paid holidays
• Rewards & recognition
• Family-friendly environment
• Professional growth opportunities

Position Overview:
In this role you will serve as a Public Affairs Specialist for the Rapid Capabilities and Critical Technologies Office (RCCTO) Headquarters.
What You'll Be Doing:

• Responsible for communicating information through verbal, written and electronic media to convey key strategic messages for the organization.
• Reports directly to the RCCTO External Affairs Office lead
• Plan, prepare, and execute basic and complex engagements with news media organizations, elected officials, stakeholders, and other audiences
• Create content for SharePoint, external websites, and social media sites
• Write and edit news releases, news stories, fact sheets, speeches, presentations, talking points
• Proofread publicly releasable articles

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Bachelor's Degree in a related communications field such as marketing, journalism, or Public Affairs; two years of experience may be substituted for one year of education requirements
• Familiarity with military Public Affairs and/or military strategic communications
• Maintains knowledge of a full range of communication channels, methods, and techniques including print/broadcast media, social media, presentations, and other products/avenues that convey information.
• Demonstrated experience in writing and editing for news releases, news stories, fact sheets, speeches, presentations, talking points, and proofreading publicly releasable articles consistent with AP style ensuring proper use of English grammar and spelling is accurate
• Experience creating content for SharePoint, external websites, and social media sites (e.g., LinkedIn, Facebook, etc.) while utilizing a social media manager such as Sprinklr
• Experience in planning, preparing, and executing basic and complex engagements with news media organizations, elected officials, stakeholders, and other audiences
• Excellent verbal communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Flexible and positive attitude in the face of challenges and ambiguity
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize important, competing tasks and information
• Accountability for results and deadlines
• Ability to take the initiative on customer support
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment and meet strict deadlines
• Self-starter that needs little direction/guidance on what next steps are required with projects
• Works efficiently with a team
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., Word, PowerPoint, Publisher, etc)
• Proficiency in SharePoint, Sprinklr
• Proficiency in managing social media sites and creating content for external websites
• Active DoD Security Clearance

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• Active TS/SCI preferred
• Experience in an acquisition organization is a plus
• Senior level relevant experience preferred
• OPSEC Qualified preferred
• DINFOS Qualified preferred

Banner Defense, Inc. is proud to be a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business. We strive to provide excellent technical services to our customers while focusing on our core values and working with the highest integrity.
Banner Defense, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, status as a parent, national origin, disability (physical or mental), family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors.