Public Affairs Communication Specialist

Public Affairs Communication Specialist Location US-VA-Alexandria ID 2024-9709 Category Systems Analyst Position Type Regular Full-Time About Us Scientific Research Corporation is an advanced information technology and engineering company that provides innovative products and services to government and private industry, as well as independent institutions. At the core of our capabilities is a seasoned team of highly skilled engineers and scientists with multidisciplinary backgrounds. This team is challenged daily to provide cutting edge technology solutions to our clients. SRC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with a company match, life insurance, vacation and sick paid time off accruals starting at 10 days of vacation and 5 days of sick leave annually, 11 paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and a work environment that encourages excellence and more. For positions requiring a security clearance, selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Requirements Active DoD Secret clearance Bachelor's degree in a field related to Communications, Journalism, Marketing, English, Public Administration, Legislative Affairs, or a related field 10 years of experience in strategic communications (DoD Public Affairs experience preferred) Experience developing communications strategies and campaigns Demonstrated proficiency in the development, coordination, and distribution of various communication deliverables (e.g., information papers, articles, statements, press releases, website content, social media posts) Experience tracking project progress to plan from initiation through product delivery/publication Ability to work effectively both individually and as a member of a team Flexibility and willingness to work on all aspects of team priorities Ability to work with a wide range of contributors, to include engineers, subject matter experts, functional teams, senior leadership, and external stakeholders Strong planning, organizational, and time management skills Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and work within tight deadlines Commitment to delivering high-quality products Excellent written and oral communication skills Familiarity with Department of Defense style guides Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project Desired Skills Experience creating website content Experience curating organizational social media Experience working with the media Familiarity with the DoD public release process DoD Public Affairs experience strongly preferred Journalism experience a plus Congressional Staffer / Hill experience a plus Graphic design experience a plus Data visualization experience a plus Description SRC is seeking a Public Affairs Communication Specialist to support our Department of Defense customer located in Alexandria, VA. The Communication Specialist will support the day-to-day operations of the strategic communications team. Some travel may be required. Duties may include the following: Assist in development and implementation of communication strategies and campaigns Craft communications products including information papers, articles, statements, and press releases Create content for organizational websites and social media platforms Support senior leader conference presentations and speaking engagements Coordinate with stakeholders across the Department and in external organizations Communicate with high level leadership on a consistent basis Ensure organizational compliance with public affairs policies and procedures FILLING THIS POSITION IS CONTINGENT UPON FUNDING [LI-HK1] Clearance Information SRC IS A CONTRACTOR FOR THE U.S. GOVERNMENT, THIS POSITION WILL REQUIRE U.S. CITIZENSHIP AS WELL AS, A U.S. GOVERNMENT SECURITY CLEARANCE AT THE SECRET LEVEL Diversity & Inclusion We strongly believe in the abundance of differences among individuals. We value different points of view and appreciate diverse perspectives. We truly believe this is what makes our organization inclusive and more responsive to the needs of our diverse customers. EEO Scientific Research Corporation is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer that does not discriminate in employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Scientific Research Corporation endeavors to make www.scires.com accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact jobsscires.com for assistance. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.