Public Affairs Officer

Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys · Department of Justice

📍 Atlanta, Georgia 💰 $112556 – $146325/yr 🏠 Telework eligible

Quick Facts

Hiring Agency: Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys
Department: Department of Justice
Location: Atlanta, Georgia
Salary: $112556 – $146325/yr
Hiring Path: Public
Number of Openings: 1
Telework Eligible: Yes
Security Clearance: Not Required
Date Posted: 2026-09-24
Application Deadline: 2026-10-13

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Job Summary

For more information on the Department of Justice and the United States Attorneys' Offices, visit http://www.justice.gov/usao/. As needed, additional positions may be filled using this announcement.

Key Responsibilities

As the Public Affairs Officer, you will administer a comprehensive communications program to inform and engage the public, news media, community organizations, and other stakeholders about the work and priorities of the United States Attorney's Office.

Typical work assignments will include: Planning, directing, and executing a public affairs program within the District to enhance public understanding of the District's initiatives and priorities and the Department of Justice's role in advancing the rule of law.

Serving as the office's chief spokesperson and principal communications advisor to the United States Attorney and senior leadership on all matters involving media relations and public messaging, including coordinating with other public affairs staff at the Department of Justice and law enforcement partners. Drafting news releases, public statements, talking points, background information, and feature stories to provide to the news media and law enforcement community.

Maintaining an updated Internet site and managing the District's social media accounts (i.e., Facebook, X, LinkedIn, etc.), developing content that advances office priorities and accurately describes the office's work to diverse audiences. Developing and maintaining effective and professional working relationships with print and broadcast media representatives and various special interest groups.

Responding to a high volume of media queries and maintaining media contacts with local, regional, and national media outlets throughout the District. The incumbent also serves as the chief communications officer to various law enforcement partners regarding all communications matters involving federal criminal prosecutions in the District. Monitoring media coverage of events and preparing daily summaries of news reports about the District.

Organizing and coordinating news media interviews and press conferences for the United States Attorney's Office, including media events involving multi-agency case announcements. Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress.

Contact

Tanya.Smilley@usdoj.gov · (404) 581-6308

Frequently Asked Questions

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys, Department of Justice.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $112556 – $146325/yr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-13.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.