Public Affairs Specialist (Open to both U.S. Citizens and Federal Employees)

Maritime Administration · Department of Transportation

📍 Kings Point, New York 💰 $70623 – $114413/yr 🏠 Telework eligible

Quick Facts

Hiring Agency: Maritime Administration
Department: Department of Transportation
Location: Kings Point, New York
Salary: $70623 – $114413/yr
Schedule: Full Time
Hiring Path: Disability
Number of Openings: 1
Telework Eligible: Yes
Security Clearance: Other
Date Posted: 2026-09-21
Application Deadline: 2026-09-30

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Job Summary

This position is located in the Office of External Affairs, Office of the Superintendent, United States, Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA), Maritime Administration (MARAD.) This position is established to assist in planning and developing the Academy's public affairs program, and communicating information about the Academy's programs, policies, events, and activities to local, national and maritime industry media and publics.

Key Responsibilities

The Public Affairs Specialist: Assists in developing the Academy's information projects and productions for dissemination to diversified audiences. Researches, writes, and edits material to produce catalogues, bulletins, newsletters, and various brochures and pamphlets, etc. Researches, writes, and edits news releases, social media, feature articles, video stories, web stories, and other material to communicate information about the Academy programs and events.

Contributes to Academy social media sites. Analyzes and evaluates information needs of target audiences in relation to understanding of subject matter and USMMA program objectives. In collaboration with the Academy staff, plans and executes External Affairs events, including tours, media availabilities, and conferences, are required.

The ideal candidate for this position is a highly motivated professional possessing integrity, stamina, and ingenuity, and capable of adjusting to various work environments, physical demands, and schedules.

The individual must be customer service oriented, with unique skills to coordinate with internal and external stakeholders and provide program direction and guidance to all concerning organizational and public information, events and community relations, preferably on a college/university campus or military installation.

Requirements & Education

TRANSCRIPTS are REQUIRED if you are substituting education for experience. The transcripts need not be official, but must show that you meet the stated education requirements, including specific major or class requirements.

Contact

TRANSJOBS@dot.gov · 000-000-0000

Frequently Asked Questions

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Maritime Administration, Department of Transportation.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $70623 – $114413/yr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Other security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-09-30.

What is the work schedule?

This is a Full Time position.

Who is eligible to apply?

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

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