# Public Affairs Specialist

Hiring organization: [Forest Service](https://career.thegoodapps.co/organizations/forest-service)

Canonical page: https://career.thegoodapps.co/jobs/5a6bee2d-458e-4688-be2d-1746a9e07597

Listed on Forest Service's own careers site. Applications go to them directly.

- Seniority: Senior
- Location: Redding, California; Riverside, California; Lakewood, Colorado; Atlanta, Georgia; Boise, Idaho; Missoula, Montana; Albuquerque, New Mexico; Portland, Oregon; Ogden, Utah; Salt Lake City, Utah; Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- Salary: 125776 – 163514 USD per year

## Summary

This Federal position leads strategic communications and outreach efforts for the Forest Service's fire and aviation management programs, coordinating with internal teams, media, and the public to support agency initiatives. It suits communicators with experience managing large-scale public information campaigns and the ability to navigate both government and external stakeholder relationships.

_Our summary, not Forest Service's wording._

## Skills named

Media Relations, Social Media

## Required

- One year specialized experience at GS-13 level or equivalent
- Experience leading communication outreach for national programs
- Experience developing informational materials for diverse audiences
- Experience analyzing program needs and recommending public information approaches
- Established relationships with agency leadership and external organizations
- Experience with news releases, scripts, articles, news conferences, exhibits, brochures, and digital media

Apply on Forest Service's site: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/889353000