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Public Affairs Specialist

Offices, Boards and Divisions, Department of Justice

Washington, DC · Mid

$85,447 – $133,142

Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved November 3, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.

What this role is

This federal role provides public affairs guidance and media relations for the Department of Justice, including drafting communications and representing the agency to press and public stakeholders. It suits experienced communicators or those with relevant graduate education seeking a structured civil service career in law enforcement communications.

Our summary, not Offices, Boards and Divisions, Department of Justice’s wording. The full posting is on their site.

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What they ask for

Required

  • One year of specialized experience at GS-09 level (GS-11 position) or GS-11 level (GS-12 position), or Ph.D./LL.M. in relevant field
  • Experience planning or managing public relations programs
  • Experience conducting research in response to media inquiries
  • Experience drafting news releases, fact sheets, or talking points

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