Join a company whereย excellence meets opportunity!ย Atย MIRACORP,ย we donโt just provide services to the federal government, we set the gold standard in quality and reliability. What truly sets us apart?ย Our people.ย We believe our employees are theย cornerstoneย of everything we achieve. Thatโs why we investย inย talent, innovation, and leadership,ย fostering a workplace where your contributions make a real impact.
Position Overview
We are seeking a confident and strategic Public Affairs & Media Engagement Specialist to support university-level public affairs and media engagement initiatives. This role provides media training support, messaging guidance, press coordination, and public affairs execution aligned with Government communication objectives.
Essential Functions
Media Training & Advisory Support
- Maintain, update, and refine media training materials in coordination with Government leads.
- Provide coaching and advisory support to employees and students on message development, presentation skills, and effective communication techniques.
- Assist in delivering small-group media training sessions, workshops, and practice engagements.
- Offer structured, constructive feedback to improve participant clarity, confidence, and message delivery.
- Support preparation of talking points, key messages, and briefing materials for individuals participating in media engagements.
Public Affairs Coordination
- Draft and coordinate press releases, media advisories, and other public-facing communication products.
- Develop social media content aligned with public affairs messaging and organizational priorities.
- Assist in fielding media inquiries and coordinating responses with Government leadership.
- Support execution of public affairs activities in alignment with established communication and engagement plans.
- Coordinate media-related tasks for events, including press logistics, messaging alignment, and on-site support.
Communication Quality & Stakeholder Engagement
- Ensure all public affairs materials reflect accurate, consistent messaging and adhere to organizational standards.
- Collaborate with Government leads, program staff, and stakeholders to ensure alignment of messaging and public engagement activities.
- Manage sensitive or high-visibility communications with professionalism and discretion.
- Maintain organized workflows for review, approval, and dissemination of public affairs products.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelorโs degree in Public Affairs, Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or related field.
- 4+ years of experience in public affairs, media relations, or strategic communications.
- Experience drafting press releases and responding to media inquiries.
- Strong presentation and facilitation skills.
- Demonstrated experience advising leadership or stakeholders on messaging and public engagement.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage sensitive or high-visibility communications.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting federal or government public affairs offices.
- Familiarity with higher education or acquisition workforce environments.
- Experience conducting media training or executive communications coaching.
- Knowledge of public affairs clearance and coordination processes.
Why Choose MIRACORP?
At MIRACORP, we recognize that our employees are theย cornerstoneย of our success. Thatโs why we offer anย exceptional benefits packageย fromย day one, including:
- Paid Time Offย (Personal, Vacation, Sick Leave)
- Comprehensive Health Coverageย (Medical, Vision, Dental)
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Optionsย for healthcare and dependent care
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage
- Life Insurance & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Protection
- Employee Wellness Resourcesย &ย Assistance Programs
- Financial Counseling Programsย to support long-term planning
- Commuter Benefitsย for work-life ease
- 401(k) with 100% immediate employer matching
- A company thatย lives its core values, prioritizing integrity, accountability, and excellence
We proudly supportย veteransย andย all qualified applicants, ensuring equal employment opportunitiesย without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Join a team whereย your expertise is valued, your impact is recognized, and your career can thrive. Come grow with usโbecause at MIRACORP, your success is our success!