How much does a Public Affairs Officer make in Tennessee? The average Public Affairs Officer salary in Tennessee is $116,365 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $101,893 and $133,600. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Public Affairs Officer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Public Affairs Officer Salary $88,717 TN March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Public Affairs Officer Salary $101,893 TN March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Public Affairs Officer Salary $116,365 TN March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Public Affairs Officer Salary $133,600 TN March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Public Affairs Officer Salary $149,293 TN March 26, 2024
25% $101,893 10% $88,717 90% $149,293 75% $133,600 $116,365 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Public Affairs Officer

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Adams, TN Avg. Salary $113,098 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adamsville, TN Avg. Salary $107,317 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Afton, TN Avg. Salary $110,584 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alamo, TN Avg. Salary $116,867 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alcoa, TN Avg. Salary $115,234 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alexandria, TN Avg. Salary $117,496 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Allardt, TN Avg. Salary $114,354 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Allons, TN Avg. Salary $115,988 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Allred, TN Avg. Salary $114,354 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alpine, TN Avg. Salary $114,354 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Job Openings for Public Affairs Officer in Tennessee
Future Caucus (formerly Millennial Action Project) - Washington , DC
Position: Communications Director Position Type: Full-Time Reports to: Chief Strategy & Public Affairs Officer Location: Washington, DC About The Role The Communications Director will be responsible for leading Future Caucus' press and media operations to amplify Future Caucus members and success stories, promote new narratives about the next generation of problem-solving, and build the Future Caucus brand. The Communications Director reports directly to the Chief Strategy & Public Affairs Officer, manages communications staff, and provides leadership, supervision, and oversight of the organization's communications, public relations, and earned media strategies. The individual in this position will play a key role in strategically advancing Future Caucus' efforts in support of a more functional democracy, driven by the inclusive and effective leadership of young policymakers. The role includes heavy press and media engagement and will serve as our primary liaison with national reporter
- 1 day ago
Bowhead / UIC Technical Services - Patuxent River , MD
Overview Bowhead seeks aCommunications Specialistwith experience in internal and external communications to join our team in support of theNAVAIR Command Communicationslocated at NAS Patuxent River, MD. Position is a hybrid, a mixture of work on government site and telework. Responsibilities Create and edit articles, news releases, fact sheets, how to guides, talking points, digital news pieces, message maps and other written content to stimulate internal and external interest in command accomplishments and enhance understanding of the command, its workforce, and mission Create and edit informative briefing cards, crisis communication playbooks, media information reports and strategic communication guides across the command Effectively build awareness and confidence in missions, visions, core values, and behaviors throughout the command Conduct research to respond to organization and media queries and pass information to the workforce, federal public affairs officer, and others Work
- 1 day ago
Bowhead / UIC Technical Services - Patuxent River , MD
Overview Bowhead seeks a mid-level Communication Specialist with a focus on internal communications to join PMA-261 H-53 Heavy Lift Helicopters Program Office at Naval Air Station Patuxent River, MD.The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of Associated Press style writing. Position is 50% Telework \ 50% government site The Communication Specialist supports internal communication with some external requirements and provides content for communications messaging. Responsibilities Essential functions will include: Create and edit articles, news releases, fact sheets, talking points, digital news pieces, message maps and other written content to stimulate internal and external interest in command accomplishments and enhance understanding of the command, its workforce, and mission Draft weekly one-page newsletter Coordinate communications efforts with program supplier Act as POC for all program publicly releasable materials Draft and edit military personnel and program internal and
- 1 day ago
DCG Communications - Washington , DC
Job Description Job Description DCG is seeking a well-rounded, organized, thorough, and proactive Strategic Communications Planner (Senior Associate) responsible for delivering full-service strategic and tactical-level communication on behalf of our client, the Army Office of the Chief of Public Affairs (OCPA). The successful candidate will also serve as the Alternate Program Manager in the absence of the full-time Program Manager. The planner will support and oversee activities including but not limited to: Guiding the full process of communication plan development including research, plan development, stakeholder analysis, coordination, and synchronization, execution including product development and publishing, and assessment; Coordinating and leading communication planning meetings; Supporting the achievement of communications objectives by incorporating tactics across the spectrum of communication including multimedia products, social media initiatives, outreach events, and media
- 1 day ago
Metropolitan Transportation Authority - New York , NY
Description Position at MTA Construction & Development This position is eligible for telework, which is currently one day per week. New hires are eligible to apply 30 days after their effective date of hire. JOB TITLE: Senior Director Strategic Public Affairs (Capital Program) AGENCY: Construction & Development DEPT/DIV: Office of the President REPORTS TO: Assistant Vice President, Strategic Public Affairs Officer WORK LOCATION: 2 Broadway HOURS OF WORK: 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM or as required (7.5HR/ DAY) HAY POINTS: 1142 SALARY RANGE: $129,643 to $170,157 DEADLINE: Open Until Filled Summary The Senior Director of Strategic Public Affairs manages internal corporate communications, governmental/public affairs, and stakeholder relationships for a wide variety of capital projects and initiatives. Under the supervision of the Assistant Vice President, Strategic Public Affairs Officer, this position creates and executes public affairs communication programs, including C&D corporate brand buildin
- 2 days ago
Future Caucus (formerly Millennial Action Project) - Washington , DC
Position Communications Director Position Type Full-Time Reports to Chief Strategy & Public Affairs Officer Location Washington, DC About The Role The Communications Director will be responsible for leading Future Caucus' press and media operations to amplify Future Caucus members and success stories, promote new narratives about the next generation of problem-solving, and build the Future Caucus brand. The Communications Director reports directly to the Chief Strategy & Public Affairs Officer, manages communications staff, and provides leadership, supervision, and oversight of the organization's communications, public relations, and earned media strategies. The individual in this position will play a key role in strategically advancing Future Caucus' efforts in support of a more functional democracy, driven by the inclusive and effective leadership of young policymakers. The role includes heavy press and media engagement and will serve as our primary liaison with national reporters; i
- 2 days ago

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