Communications Officer at Office of the Director of National Intelligence

University of the District of Columbia; Alabama; On-site; USD 68,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking creative and dynamic communicators to share impactful stories from within the Intelligence Community. This role involves crafting powerful narratives across various formats, including blogs and social media, while collaborating with experts to enhance storytelling. Ideal candidates will thrive under deadlines, possess strong analytical skills, and be adept at producing concise, effective content. Join a forward-thinking organization that values innovative communication and offers a unique opportunity to shape public engagement in a meaningful way.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills with experience in media relations and public affairs.
• Ability to produce concise content across various platforms and formats.

Responsibilities

• Develop and produce informational materials for stakeholders.
• Craft compelling narratives for blogs, social media, and other mediums.
• Manage editorial workflow and conduct research for content development.

Skills

Media Relations

Event Management

Copy Editing

Public Affairs

Journalism

Marketing

Brand Journalism

Social Media

Interpersonal Skills

Analytical Thinking

Job description

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The Office of Strategic Communications is the trusted voice of the ODNI. We are transforming the way the ODNI engages with the public, the media, and the workforce while investing in our employees. This position gives you the chance to do what all of those movie producers and writers wish they could - tell the Intelligence Community story from the inside. We are seeking creative, dynamic and forward-thinking communicators to develop and deliver our story to a wide range of audiences.

This job will close when we have received 100 applications which may be sooner than the closing date.

Salary: $68,405 - $88,926 per year

Grade: GS 9

Location: Few vacancies in the following location:

25% or less - You may be expected to travel for this position.

Yes—You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.

Clarification from the agency: Open to current and former Federal employees with competitive or excepted status; and all U.S. Citizens. Former members of the Peace Corps may be considered for ODNI employment only if five full years have elapsed since separation from the Peace Corps.

Duties

The ideal candidate is an excellent communicator, capable of crafting powerful narratives across a variety of formats - blogs, infographics, social media, videos, eBooks, and more. You are constantly learning, partnering with experts, editors, and designers to develop the best story. You are also a strategic thinker, exploring new ways to both tell and present information for the maximum impact. Finally, you thrive under deadlines, delivering succinct and effective products quickly.

1. Develop and produce informational materials concerning ODNI mission, programs, and activities for dissemination to stakeholders and obtain feedback on the effectiveness of these materials.
2. Develop story pitches and present them for consideration.
3. Write and create powerful content for multiple publication mediums, including websites, media releases, blogs, social media, leadership messages, and more.
4. Manage the editorial workflow for your assigned portfolio.
5. Conduct research to understand potential content and product layouts; analyze options and approaches for executing a project; make suggestions to senior officers regarding potential tools and strategies that will aid in timely and efficient completion.
6. Under supervisory guidance and direction, clarify customers' requirements, collect information, negotiate production schedules, arrange services, and resolve difficult procedural and production problems that may arise.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• Must be a U.S. Citizen residing in the United States.
• Appointment is subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance based on an SBI with eligibility for sensitive compartmented information (SCI).
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• A two-year trial period is required for all new permanent appointments to the ODNI.

Qualifications

Mandatory Requirements:

• Knowledge and experience in one or more of the following areas: Media Relations, Event Management, Copy Editing, Public Affairs, Journalism, Marketing, Brand Journalism, Social Media.
• Interpersonal and customer service skills, including the ability to work effectively, independently, and in a team or collaborative environment.
• Oral and written communication skills and demonstrated ability to produce concise products that clearly and logically convey complex information and ideas.
• Analytical and critical thinking skills, including the ability to think strategically, to identify needs and requirements, and to develop recommendations and solutions.
• Ability to manage competing priorities under strict deadlines while maintaining a high level of attention to detail.
• Experience writing and editing using the Associated Press Style Guide.