Communications Specialist

Communications Specialist assists in communicating AOPA’s advocacy efforts through strategic and creative channels to ensure AOPA members, the aviation community, and the general public are aware of AOPA’s role, influence, and effectiveness in advocating for aircraft owners and pilots.

Requirements

• 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 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.
• 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 interpersonal 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.

Benefits

• Flight Training
• Annual Flight Proficiency Program
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Plans
• Health Savings Plan
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Company paid Short and Long-term Disability Insurance
• Company paid Life Insurance and AD&D insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Personal days
• Volunteer day
• Work From Home Fridays
• Paid Parental Leave
• AOPA Membership
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• Gym Reimbursement Program
• Supplemental insurance options
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Discount on AOPA swag
• Business casual dress code
• Free coffee, tea, hot cocoa