Senior Strategic Communications Specialist

Senior Strategic Communications Specialist Job Locations US-VA-McLean Job ID 2024-12115 of Openings 1 Category Communications Overview LMI is seeking a Senior Strategic Communications Officer to support a federal government customer in Northern Virginia. Join our team of collaborative self-starters focused on advising senior leaders on communication strategies and delivering targeted, effective messages. As part of our high-performing team, you will augment our vital work to support a national security mission. This position is full-time, based in McLean, Virginia, and requires a TS/SCI with full scope polygraph. LMI is a consultancy dedicated to improving the business of government, drawing from deep expertise in advanced analytics, digital services, logistics, and management advisory services. Established as a private, not-for-profit organization in 1961, LMI is a trusted third party to federal civilian and defense agencies, free of commercial and political bias. We believe government can make a difference, and we seek talented, hardworking people who share that conviction. Responsibilities Develop and Implement a Marketing, Communications, and Engagement Plan Engage and enlist a diverse set of stakeholders and workforce to actively support the strategy of the client and fully understand their role in making it happen. Translate technical information into a clear, readable documents and presentations to be used by technical and non-technical personnel Lead the development and production of reports, articles, presentations, scripts, talking points, testimony, web content, new (social) media content, and press releases in a clear and concise fashion to technical and non-technical audiences. Plan and manage projects and events, as necessary. Qualifications Active TS/SCI with polygraph Bachelor's degree in communications, English or other related discipline Understanding of communications principles, methods, practices, and techniques, including skill in presenting ideas in speech and in written form to inform and persuade audiences at all levels of the organization Ability to design, develop, and deliver strategic communications through a variety of media Strong organizational skills-someone with the ability to work with little direction on complex tasks and competing demands Experience with event planning, scheduling and execution Exceptional oral and written communication and presentation skills, with proficiency in multiple methods of visual communication Enthusiastic and eager to learn and have an ability to work well within a team Proficiency with the use of Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, etc. Experience developing and implementing strategic communications plans for complex federal organizations LI_SH1 Target salary range: $87,217 - $153,503. Final compensation will be determined by a variety of factors including but not limited to your skills, experience, education, and/or certifications. The salary range displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is not a guarantee of compensation. Individual salaries are determined by various factors including, but not limited to location, internal equity, business considerations, client contract requirements, and candidate qualifications, such as education, experience, skills, and security clearances. LMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. LMI is committed to the fair treatment of all and to our policy of providing applicants and employees with equal employment opportunities. LMI recruits, hires, trains, and promotes people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, disability, age, protected veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you are a person with a disability needing assistance with the application process, please contact accommodationslmi.org Colorado Residents: In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information. Need help finding the right job? We can recommend jobs specifically for you Click here to get started.