National Treasury Employees Union

Public Relations Specialist

Based in Washington, DC
(hybrid)

 

Salary: $126,636 to $164,636
Bargaining/Non-Bargaining: Bargaining
Management/Non-Management: Non-Management
Location: NTEU National Headquarters, Washington, D.C. (Hybrid)
Deadline to Apply: April 26, 2026

The National Treasury Employees Union (NTEU) is the nation’s largest independent union of federal employees, representing 150,000 workers in 38 federal agencies and departments. NTEU is the voice of the federal workforce on Capitol Hill, in the courts, at bargaining tables, and in the media. We fight for fair pay and benefits, improved working conditions, and other issues that affect the working lives of federal employees.

There is a vacancy at the NTEU National Office, located in Washington, DC, for a Public Relations Specialist to assist the Director of Communications and Public Relations in developing and maintaining strong, reliable, and consistent relationships with members of the press and assisting NTEU in growing, becoming more efficient, and fulfilling its mission:

To organize federal employees to work together to ensure that every federal employee is treated with dignity and respect

NTEU places a high value on diversity of experiences and perspectives and encourages applications from all qualified individuals from all ethnic and racial backgrounds, veterans, LGBTQ+ individuals, and persons with disabilities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required. Other duties may be assigned.

• Under the direction of the Director of Communications and Public Relations, develop and execute strategies to share NTEU’s message in op-eds, letters to the editor, pitch notes, etc. 
• Work collaboratively with the Editorial and Creative Units within the Department of Communications and Public Relations to translate earned media hits into member-focused content for social media, newsletters, videos, and other communications collateral.
• Draft news releases, statements, advisories, and talking points for media calls and in-person engagements.
• Regularly check NTEU’s Public Relations mailbox for press inquiries and respond accordingly.
• Assist Director of Communications and Public Relations in procuring press coverage in local media markets outside of the DC, Maryland, and Virginia area through a strategic earned media plan. 
• Research news coverage and suggest press responses when needed.
• Maintain press lists, developing a thorough knowledge of reporters covering NTEU issues, following coverage of those issues, and ensuring NTEU’s message is included when appropriate.
• Distribute daily industry-relevant press clips for NTEU staff. 
• Work with the Office of Field Operations and Office of General Counsel to translate legal concepts and issues into accessible language for the press. 
• Under the direction of the Director of Communications and Public Relations, hold media training sessions for NTEU Chapter Leaders and rank-and-file members, training them on best practices and providing resources for effective press engagement.
• Organize press briefings and media coverage at events as well as oversee public relations campaigns under the supervision of the Director of Communications and Public Relations.
• In collaboration with the Deputy Director, Editorial, draft copy for the weekly NTEU Bulletin, electronic newsletters, NTEU website, fliers, brochures, marketing materials, and other communications, as needed.
• Work with the Communications and Public Relations Department’s Editorial staff to post news releases and statements to the NTEU website and maintain the website’s Media Center page. 

Qualifications

• At least ten years of work experience in the communications field.
• Demonstrated knowledge of public relations, media relations, news writing, editing, and writing for online media.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Excellent time management skills, and ability to work under tight deadlines and with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to work well in a team environment.
• No travel is required.

Personal Qualities of Top Candidates

• Equity: Prioritizing fairness in employment practices, working conditions, and treatment; advocating for equitable opportunities and diversity in all forms; and demanding respect and dignity for all federal employees.
• Safety and Health: Ensuring workplaces provide safe and healthy spaces for all federal workers.
• Community: Fostering a sense of community and solidarity through expression of common interests, mutual support, and united effort toward achievement of goals.
• Commitment and Responsibility: Focusing on understanding federal workers’ needs and obstacles; taking responsibility for members’ welfare; and being passionate about advocating fiercely for workers’ rights and well-being.
• Honesty and Integrity: Exemplifying professional, transparent, and ethical conduct in all dealings, at all times.
• Leadership: Employing decisive decision-making; motivating, coaching, empowering, and encouraging staff; showing empathy and humility; and challenging others to excel despite obstacles and demands.
• Problem-Solving: Approaching work by embracing creativity; seeing challenges as opportunities; and taking initiative to explore issues and find innovative solutions.
• Teamwork: Increasing the effectiveness of teams through collaboration, constant learning, and supporting others; and being committed to learning from others.
• Dependability: Consistently delivering with high quality under tight deadlines; successfully managing work using strong organizational skills; and exemplifying ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Emotional intelligence: Having high emotional intelligence which translates into strong collaborations and relationships with members, national and local chapter leaders, and NTEU staff.
• Communication: Communicating clearly and compellingly with diverse stakeholders in both oral and written forms; and anticipating and responding to customer needs in a courteous manner.

How to Apply
Qualified individuals should submit a letter of interest and résumé by mail or email by close of business on April 26, 2026 to:

Jana Woods-Jefferson
Director of Human Resources
National Treasury Employees Union
800 K Street, NW
Suite 1000
Washington, DC 20001
Jana.Woods-Jefferson@nteu.org