Ashley Roberts
Ijamsville
Summary
Recognized leader within public health, overseeing large-scale strategic communication initiatives. With 15+ years of federal government experience, she is a seasoned expert in strategic communication, ultimately responsible for enhanced visibility of many federal health initiatives.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy Director, Policy and Public Affairs
Health Resources and Services Administration
12.2024 - Current
- Manage complex and often sensitive communication efforts for large-scale health initiatives.
- Provide senior-level, strategic advice to ensure messaging is in alignment with organizational goals.
- Manage cross-functional collaboration to drive cohesive execution of public communication strategies.
- Formulate strategies to increase awareness about federal government services through traditional and digital channels.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and service providers to support communication initiatives.
Supervisory Health Communications Specialist
U.S. Food and Drug Administration
05.2014 - 12.2024
- Led a high-performing communications team, providing expert strategic communication oversight on critical public health issues.
- Spearheaded public relations, media relations, and crisis communications campaigns.
- Edited and approved all outbound communications to ensure accuracy, clarity, and alignment with brand standards.
- Directed the production of all communication materials and collateral.
Public Affairs Specialist
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
04.2010 - 05.2014
- Developed strategies and communication messages to keep the public informed about significant Corps missions.
- Researched, wrote, and finalized briefings, media inquiries, speeches, and presentations for senior staff.
- Coordinated events such as public meetings, media calls, town halls, distinguished guest visits, and ceremonies.
Human Resources Specialist
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
07.2008 - 04.2010
- Coordinated the recruitment process from start to finish with management, including classification, hiring, and onboarding.
- Wrote vacancy announcements, determined necessary and appropriate skills, and rated and ranked resumes.
- Provided guidance to managers on disciplinary action and performance management.
Education
Master of Arts - Communications
Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, MD12-2012
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And Communications
University of Delaware
Newark, DE05-2008
Skills
- Communication planning
- Strategic planning and development
- Program oversight
- Critical thinking
- Supervision and leadership
- Written and verbal communication
- Media relations
- Stakeholder engagement
Timeline
Deputy Director, Policy and Public Affairs
Health Resources and Services Administration
12.2024 - Current
Supervisory Health Communications Specialist
U.S. Food and Drug Administration
05.2014 - 12.2024
Public Affairs Specialist
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
04.2010 - 05.2014
Human Resources Specialist
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
07.2008 - 04.2010
Master of Arts - Communications
Johns Hopkins University
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And Communications
University of Delaware
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