Senior Public Affairs Analyst/Writer

The Senior Public Affairs Analyst/Writer provides senior-level public affairs support to MARCENT headquarters, ensuring effective communication with internal and external audiences. This role develops and disseminates communication products, drafts press releases and talking points, manages the MARCENT website and social media, and supports leadership through speeches, articles, and official statements. The analyst also coordinates media engagements, prepares crisis communication responses, monitors news for emerging issues, and develops communication plans for exercises and operations. Additionally, the position assists in training MARCENT personnel on communication processes and message discipline to ensure consistency across the command. By combining expertise in journalism, digital platforms, and media relations, the Senior Public Affairs Analyst/Writer strengthens MARCENT’s ability to communicate effectively in high-visibility environments and align public messaging with mission objectives. ***THIS EMPLOYMENT IS CONTINGENT UPON CONTRACT AWARD***

Responsibilities/Duties:

- Develop and disseminate internal and external communication products.

- Coordinate with HQMC and higher headquarters on public affairs guidance.

- Draft and edit press releases, articles, and official statements.

- Prepare talking points and speeches for MARCENT leadership.

- Maintain the MARCENT website and social media platforms.

- Develop multimedia content, including photos and video.

- Support media engagement and press conferences.

- Coordinate media queries and interview requests.

- Prepare crisis communication responses in coordination with leadership.

- Monitor news and media outlets for issues of concern to MARCENT.

- Develop communication plans for exercises and operations.

- Assist in training MARCENT personnel on communication processes.

Supplemental Duties:

- Support coordination with coalition and partner nation public affairs offices.

- Assist in maintaining archives of PA products for historical reference.

- Contribute to strategic communication planning sessions with MARCENT leadership.

Administrative Duties:

- Ensure PA taskers are tracked, updated, and completed in accordance with MARCENT timelines.

- Maintain compliance with DoD and MARCENT PA policy directives.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Education/Experience/Qualification:

- Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science, Public Administration, or related field. Masters Preferred.

- 5–10 years of public affairs or journalism experience.

- Familiarity with military COMSTRAT/IO platforms .

- Secret clearance required.

Additional Skills:

- Exceptional writing, editing, and communication skills.

- Ability to manage media relations in high-visibility environments.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and digital media platforms.

- Experience with web and social media content management.

- Strong organizational skills to coordinate multiple PA tasks simultaneously.

Location:

Primary workplace is MARCENT Headquarters, MacDill Air Force Base, Tampa, Florida.

Work Environment:

Office environment within a joint military/civilian/contractor staff, with frequent interaction with external media representatives.

Physical Demands:

Primarily sedentary work involving extensive computer use, with occasional field work during exercises, events, or media engagements.

Work Schedule:

Full-time, 40 hours per week. Monday–Friday, 0800–1600.

May require schedule flexibility for media events.

License and Other Requirements:

Valid U.S. Driver’s License. Eligibility for issuance of a Common Access Card.

Salary and Benefits:

As stated during the hiring process.

Security Clearance:

Secret clearance required.

Travel:

May be required to travel for public affairs coordination, exercises, or training events. Must be able to deploy to the AOR.