Sunday, March 1, 2009

Washington, DC--Federal Reserve Board--Senior Media Relations Specialist

Job Title Senior Media Relations Specialist
Employer Federal Reserve Board
Posted 02/25/09
Job Description

The Federal Reserve Board is looking for an experienced Senior Media Relations Specialist to provide support for the execution of the Board's policy of enhancing public understanding of monetary, regulatory, economic, and financial issues relating to the Board and the Federal Reserve System; assist in providing the public with an accurate and understandable flow of written and spoken information to the media concerning the policies and actions of the Board and the Federal Reserve System, and develop strong communication relationships with media contacts, fellow regulators, trade groups, FR staff, and others.

Requirements:
# Excellent oral and written communication and analytical skills
# Bachelor's degree in public relations, communications, business, economics, political science, a related field, or an equivalent combination of training and experience
# a minimum of six years of specific experience in public affairs, communications, and journalism and experience in positions with high public exposure highly desirable
# Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, rapid-turnaround environment dealing with the public.

Qualified candidates can apply on-line at http://www.federalreserve.gov/careers/default.cfm click on Other Professional positions, Req # 6850

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