46S MOS Public Affairs Specialist — Civilian Career Guide
Produces multimedia content and manages public communications. Direct transfer to journalism, public relations, and corporate communications.
CAREER PATHS
5
TOP SALARY
$128,260.00
AVG SALARY
$80,884.00
Civilian Career Matches
Based on BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2024). Salaries are national medians — your area may vary.
Public Relations Specialist
SOC 27-3031
$67,440.00
median/yr
Communications Manager
SOC 11-2031
$128,260.00
median/yr
Journalist/Reporter
SOC 27-3023
$55,960.00
median/yr
Social Media Manager
SOC 27-3031
$67,440.00
median/yr
Content Producer
SOC 27-2012
$85,320.00
median/yr
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