Communications Specialist - Department of State

Censeo Consulting Group; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 70,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation and sick leave

Tuition and training reimbursement

Flexible work opportunities

Job summary

Censeo Consulting Group in Washington D.C. is seeking a Communications Specialist to support the U.S. Department of State. The ideal candidate will have a BA/BS in a relevant field and 5-10 years of experience in strategic communications. Responsibilities include creating briefings, developing impact reports, and maintaining client relationships. This is a hybrid position offering flexibility in work settings, with a salary range of $70,000 - $140,000, along with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• 5-10+ years of experience with strategic communications, performance reporting, policy communications, or federal program support.
• Demonstrated experience supporting or working with Federal agencies (Department of State strongly preferred).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills including the ability to synthesize complex information.

Responsibilities

• Create briefings and presentations for Department of State staff.
• Develop custom economic impact reports for different audiences.
• Generate tailored reports and digital content that translate complex data.

Skills

Strategic communications

Analytical skills

Client relationship management

Public-facing communications

Education

BA/BS in Communications, Political Science, Economics, Public Policy

Job description

Communications Specialist - Department of State

We are seeking driven, thoughtful candidates with experience in communications, policy, and publications to support impactful initiatives for our Federal clients at the U.S. Department of State (DOS). As a Communications Specialist with Censeo, you will lead stakeholder outreach for a key Department of State program. You will work closely with DOS teams to translate economic and performance findings into policy recommendations and public‑facing communications to support the Department’s global mission.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create briefings and presentations for Department of State staff to deliver to other government agencies, Congress, and private sector partners
• Develop custom economic impact reports for different audiences (government, industry, academia, public policy groups)
• Produce the Annual Performance Plan and Report, along with Annual Strategic Reviews detailing performance outcomes, evaluation insights, and forward‑looking recommendations
• Issue quarterly and monthly performance briefs to keep all stakeholders informed of progress and emerging issues
• Generate tailored reports and digital content that translate complex data into actionable insights for policymakers, industry partners, and the public
• Integrate findings into SelectUSA, Commerce, Labor, and workforce development conversations
• Offer media and communication support to showcase findings via press releases, webinars, and conferences
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to develop realistic, innovative solutions to complex challenges
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, proactively identifying and mitigating delivery risks

Ideal Candidate:

• BA/BS required in Communications, Political Science, Economics, Public Policy, or a closely related field
• 5-10+ years of experience with strategic communications, performance reporting, policy communications, or federal program support
• Demonstrated experience supporting or working with Federal agencies (Department of State strongly preferred)
• Experience managing communications and reporting for complex, data‑driven programs
• Strong ability to translate complex economic and performance data into clear, concise briefings, executive‑ready presentations, and public‑facing digital content
• Experience working across organizational boundaries to develop realistic, innovative solutions to complex policy and operational challenges
• Ability to position findings effectively for public visibility while ensuring accuracy, consistency, and policy alignment
• Comfort coordinating with communications teams, leadership, and subject‑matter experts on external messaging
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills including the ability to synthesize complex information
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy

The Location:

Censeo Consulting Group is based in Washington D.C. We work in a hybrid setting with flexibility to work from home and in our office conveniently located in the heart of downtown, just a few blocks away from the White House.

Fine Print:

• The salary range for this role is $70,000 - $140,000 depending on experience
• Expected travel 0-10%; may increase based on business needs
• This is an exempt, full-time position
• This role is subject to a hybrid work schedule

Essential Physical Functions:

• Sitting: Particularly for sustained periods of time
• Light Carrying: Physically transporting items weighing less than 15 pounds from one location to another

Compensation and Benefits:

Censeo offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including paid vacation and sick leave, flexible and remote work opportunities, and tuition and training reimbursement. More information on our benefits and perks can be found at https://www.censeoconsulting.com/about/join-us/.

Censeo is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal opportunity to all applicants and employees in full compliance with all applicable state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, gender, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other class protected by applicable state or federal law.