Media Relations Specialist II

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Always be on the lookout for job scams! Learn more about identity theft Opens in new window Help information , opens a new window. Info First Job Previous Job 210 of 6,236 Next Job Last Job Share More Like This Between $80k and $100k Per Year DOE (Depends on Experience) Media Relations Specialist II (Confidential)

Occupation:

Public Relations Specialists

Location:

Pasadena, CA - 91109

Job Type:

Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment, Other, see job description Shift

Posted:

04/30/2026 Positions available: 1

Source:

CalJOBS

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Updated:

05/01/2026

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05/30/2026 Job #: 19850979 Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Opens a new window. Work Onsite Full Time Education Bachelor's Degree Experience 36 Month(s) Schedule Full Time Job Type Regular Duration Permanent Employment Job Description Help for Job Description. Opens a new window. Job Details New ideas are all around us, but only a few will change the world. Thats our focus at JPL. We ask the biggest questions, then search the universe for answersliterally. We build upon ideas that have guided generations, then share our discoveries to inspire generations to come. Your missionyour opportunityis to seek out the answers that bring us one step closer. If youre driven to discover, create, and inspire something that lasts a lifetime and beyond, youre ready for JPL. Located in Pasadena, California, JPL has a campus-like environment situated on 177 acres in the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains and offers a work environment unlike any other: we inspire passion, foster innovation, build collaboration, and reward excellence. New ideas are all around us, but only a few will change the world. Thats our focus at JPL. We ask the biggest questions, then search the universe for answersliterally. We build upon ideas that have guided generations, then share our discoveries to inspire generations to come. Your missionyour opportunityis to seek out the answers that bring us one step closer. If youre driven to discover, create, and inspire something that lasts a lifetime and beyond, youre ready for JPL. Located in Pasadena, California, JPL has a campus-like environment situated on 168 acres in the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains and offers a work environment unlike any other: we inspire passion, foster innovation, build collaboration, and reward excellence. JPLs Media Communications Group, within the Communication, Legislative Affairs, and Academic Engagement Division, functions as a digital newsroom and also interacts with traditional news media and new media platforms. The Group has an exciting opportunity for an Media Relations Specialist to join their team and help respond to the growing demand to learn about JPLs missions, projects, and discoveries. Responsibilities Reporting to the News Chief, the person in this position will concentrate on Earth, planetary sciences, and astrophysics, working closely with subject matter experts and communications teammates to craft and guide the development of an array of text and multimedia products, including news releases, feature stories, blog posts, press kits, videos, presentations, and social media posts. In addition, the person will help craft communication plans with longer-term strategic goals for individual missions, help organize news conferences and other events, and develop crisis communications plans as needed. The ability to create compelling, user-friendly products for general audiences and the news media alike with pinpoint accuracy is essential, as is the ability to navigate a complex environment with various stakeholders at JPL. The JPL newsroom is a fast-paced environment where collaboration, excellent internal communication, and strong navigation skills are key. Leading candidates must be able to hit their deadlines and stay ahead of news cycles while working with various stakeholders at JPL, NASA, and other institutions to see projects through from start to finish. Required qualifications This position requires the ability to work independently yet collaboratively.

An ideal candidate will have:

Typically requires a Bachelors degree in communications, journalism, science writing, or related discipline with a minimum of three years of related experience, or a Masters degree with a minimum of 1 year of related experience, or a PhD with 0 years of related experience. Advanced skill in one or more of the following areas: science and technical writing, news releases, digital storytelling, and both short- and long-form newswriting. Candidates must be able to to distill complex science and engineering topics into brief, colorful, and descriptive materials that are easily understood by the public and the general media yet provide sufficient detail for science and technology journalists. Flexible writing abilities: This position involves developing succinct statements, 900-word features, short blog posts, website text, and more on a quick-turn basis. Strong internal and external communication skills, solid news judgment, and diplomatic skills. Excellent copyediting skills; JPL and NASA follow the AP Stylebook. Proven ability to meet deadlines and handle breaking news while juggling multiple projects and working with numerous stakeholders on any given project. A combination of creativity and strong organizational abilities. A passion to learn; knowledge of Earth science, planetary science and/or astrophysics is considered a plus.

Desired qualifications:

Experience crafting and producing online multimedia products, including video, imagery, audio, and graphics. Knowledge of applicable JPL and NASA policies and procedures as well as government regulations. Familiarity with navigating complex environments. Facility with PowerPoint and Google Slides, Airtable, Microsoft365 Project management skills. JPL has a catalog of benefits and perks that span from the traditional to the unique. This includes a variety of health, dental, vision, wellbeing, and retirement plans, paid time off, learning, rideshare, childcare, flexible schedule, parental leave and many more. Our focus is on work-life balance, and living healthy, fulfilling lives as we Dare Mighty Things Together. For benefits eligible positions, benefits are effective the first day of the month coincident with or immediately following the employees start date. For further benefits information click Benefits and Perks The hiring range displayed below is specifically for those who will work in or reside in the location listed. In extending an offer, Jet Propulsion Laboratory considers factors including, but not limited to, the candidates job related skills, experience, knowledge, and relevant education/training. The typical full time equivalent annual hiring range for this job in Pasadena, California. $79,976 - $100,464 JPL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy or perceived pregnancy, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status or any other characteristic or condition protected by Federal, state or local law. In addition, JPL is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. EEO is the Law. EEO is the Law Supplement Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision The Jet Propulsion Laboratory is a federal facility. Due to rules imposed by

NASA, JPL

will not accept applications from citizens of designated countries or those born in a designated country unless they are U.S. Citizens, Legal Permanent Residents of the U.S or have other protected status under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). The Designated Countries List is available here. (Confidential) Is a Private Sector employer

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