Communications Specialist and Legislative Analyst, Mid

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Develop creative solutions to complex communication challenges for defense clients.
• Shape and nurture relationships with team members, stakeholders, and clients to advocate, present, and justify defense programs to legislators.
• Oversee and author background reports, policy briefs, issue papers, messaging, talking points, and speeches for senior government officials.
• Design, develop, and produce actionable plans for DoD senior leaders to advocate and advance departmental priorities.

Requirements

• 4+ years of experience in legislative affairs, government affairs, lobbying, or as a congressional staffer.
• Experience researching issues, developing expertise, and drafting concise messaging, talking points, and speeches for senior government officials.
• Experience writing background papers and policy briefs.
• Knowledge of the National Defense Authorization Act and Defense Appropriations bills.
• Ability to independently research and analyze legislative, regulatory, and policy documents.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Secret clearance.
• Bachelor's degree.

Nice to Have

• Experience supporting senior DoD leaders in Military Departments or the Joint Chiefs of Staff.
• Experience managing a legislative portfolio, including defense, national security, or foreign affairs.
• Possession of excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Master's degree in Political Science, International Relations, Public Policy, or a related field.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (implied from the requirements).

Benefits & Perks

• Health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits.
• Paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care.
• Recognition awards for exceptional performance.
• Total well-being support and flexible work options.