Public Affairs Specialist

Duties include, but are not limited to: Serving as the spokesperson, facilitator and coordinator to the media, congressional staff and veterans service organizations, the community, VA and other governmental officials Developing campaigns and communication strategies that convey information to various publics and the staff about the Medical Center Developing and disseminating a wide range of information and data concerning the nature and objectives of Agency programs, employing all types of media, including radio, television, newspapers, magazines, professional and scientific journals, pictures, posters, and exhibits. Coordinating news media interviews with staff and overseeing arrangements with media representatives involving organization activities; providing supporting materials as required Ensuring proper attribution of news stories between staff members holding joint appointments with the medical college Establishing and maintaining working relationships with local masses and spec