Communications Specialist

JOB SUMMARY

:

 

 

This position,

located

 in Washington, DC, 

assists

 in communicating AOPA’s advocacy efforts through strategic and creative channels 

in order to

 ensure AOPA members, the aviation community at large, and the 

general public

 are aware of AOPA’s role, influence, and effectiveness in advocating for 

aircraft

 owners and pilots.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

 

 

Collaborate and Coordinate with both Government Affairs and Communications teams.

 

Write and coordinate approval of articles and social posts, relating to AOPA’s advocacy initiatives.

 

Develop network with key aviation/transportation outlets and reporters

in order to

 increase AOPA advocacy profile and thought leadership.

 

Assist

 with writing, editing, proofing, advocacy 

articles

 and social posts.

 

Government Affairs department liaison to

Social

 team for content.

 

**

Although this job description aims to capture 

the majority of

 the position duties, o

ther duties 

may be

 assigned based on business and 

departmental

 needs.

 

REQUIRE

D JOB QU

AL

IFICATIONS

:

 

 

 

 

Bachelor’s 

degree

 in

 a related discipline (Communications, Public Relations, 

Journalism,

 Political Science, etc.)

 

Demonstrated ability to draft and edit written materials for public audiences

 

Excellent verbal communication and i

nterpersonal skills

 

Positive demeanor

 

At least 2

 

years' experience

 in corporate communications, public relations, journalism

 

Excellent project and time management skills, with emphasis on organization and prioritization

 

Ability to work independently and collaboratively and handle time-sensitive requests

 

Highly proficient with a variety of platforms including Office 365 (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive)

 

Aviation-related experience or 

demonstrated

 interest in the field 

 

PREFERRED JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

 

 

Private Pilot Certificate

 

WORKING CONDITIONS

:

 

 

This position 

works

 in an office settin

g 

located

 in the heart of D.C

.

 

Typical working hours are 8:30 am - 5 pm, Monday through Friday, with a

 one-

hour lunch break.

 

 

Generally, a

 climate-controlled

 

environment 

with occasional exposure to outdoor weather conditions

 when attending aviation related events

, including exposure to higher altitudes and confined spaces 

if

 in a 

general aviation

 

aircraft

.

 

This position

may 

require

 occasional t

ravel

 in and around the D.C. area (The Hill) and to the Frederick, MD headquarters, subject to the direction

/approval

 of the SVP

 of 

Government

 Affairs and Advocacy. 

Travel is 

generally by

 automobile, foot, or rail

.  

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

 

 

The physical demands of

this

 position are typical of a standard office environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will regularly 

be required

 to:

 

Sit for extended periods while working at a computer or attending meetings.

 

Use hands and fingers to

operate

 a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment.

 

Communicate effectively via email, phone, and in-person, which requires clear speech, hearing, and vision.

 

Occasionally lift or move items weighing up to

15

 pounds, such as boxes of materials or equipment.

 

Occasionally stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms 

during the course of

 normal office activities.

 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must

be met

 by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation will 

be made

 to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

 

This position is located at AOPA’s Washington, D.C. office. 

 

 

The salary range for this position is: $65,000 - $80,000, depending on education and experience.

 

 

BENEFIT INFORMATION:

 

 

Flight Training (earn your Private Pilot License for free) & Annual Flight Proficiency Program (so you can keep flying and remain proficient)

 

 

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance is available for employees and their dependents the 1st of the month following their start date

 

 

Flexible Spending Plans

 

 

Health Savings Plan with employer contribution (for eligible participants)

 

 

401(k) Retirement Plan with a company match, and annual discretionary supplemental employer contribution

 

 

Company paid Short and Long-term Disability Insurance

 

 

Company paid Life Insurance and AD&D insurance with the option to buy up 

 

 

Paid Time Off (PTO): 17 days accrued during first year (accruals increase based on tenure)

 

 

Paid Holidays: 12 holidays

 

 

Personal days: 3 (prorated based on hire date)

 

 

Volunteer day: 1 (prorated based on hire date) 

 

 

Work From Home Fridays

 

 

Paid Parental Leave 

 

 

AOPA Membership

 

 

Employee Assistance Program

 

 

Wellness Program (earn medical insurance premium discounts)

 

 

Gym Reimbursement Program

 

 

Supplemental insurance options (critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity)

 

 

Tuition Reimbursement Program 

 

 

Discount on AOPA swag

 

 

Business casual dress code

 

 

 

Equal Opportunity Employer

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