Communications Specialist III

791 Chickasaw Federal Health, LLC; United States; Remote; USD 82,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc. is seeking a Communications Specialist III to assist with writing and coordination of federal workforce communications across civilians, military, and external public affairs opportunities.

You will plan and implement cohesive communications strategies that span social media, media relations, email campaigns, and related channels. With a Bachelor’s degree and 5–7 years of relevant experience, you will help AHRQ staff understand Tribal priorities, coordinate with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 5–7 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in federal communications or public affairs preferred.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required customer clearance.

Responsibilities

• Support developing and implementing cohesive communication strategies across channels.
• Facilitate stakeholder outreach and partnerships with tribal communities.
• Organize stakeholder meetings, in person and virtual, and summarize outcomes.
• Help clients understand tribal priorities and needs.
• Maintain data sovereignty and consult with Tribal Nations on data initiatives.
• Contribute to agency events, media relations, and public engagements.

Skills

Cultural competence

Stakeholder engagement

Meeting facilitation

Communication strategy

Content creation

Mentoring

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The Communications Specialist III

is responsible for assisting with writing and communication projects that support a cohesive federal communication strategy which includes workforce communications for civilians and military and external public affairs opportunities. Plans and implements communication strategies.

Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc. serves as a holding company with multiple subsidiaries engaged in several lines of business (Business Services, Health, Infrastructure and Engineering, Mission Optimization, Technology and Transportation) for the federal government and commercial enterprises.

A portion of our profits is used to support Chickasaw citizens. We are proud to support the economic development and long-term viability of the Chickasaw Nation and its people.

As a federal contractor, CNI is a drug-free workplace and adheres to the Federal Controlled Substance Act.

Essential Requirements

Must be able to obtain and maintain the required customer clearance for access to systems, facilities, equipment and property. Must possess appropriate level of certifications for this position as required by the contract.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Demonstrates cultural competence in engaging Tribal stakeholders and communities.
• Facilitates stakeholder outreach, engagement, and partnerships for the Initiative.
• Organizes and conducts stakeholder workgroup meetings, both in person and virtually.
• Summarizes discussions and recommendations from stakeholder meetings.
• Helps AHRQ staff understand Tribal priorities and needs.
• Participates in reviewing and shaping the Tribal Healthcare Data, Research, and Quality Initiative Roadmap.
• Coordinates with Tribal leaders, Urban Indian Organizations, and Tribal health programs.
• Ensures robust interaction among participants and incorporates Tribal input into project planning.
• Maintains Tribal data sovereignty and consults with Tribal Nations on all data initiatives.
• Supports the implementation of cohesive communications strategies that span social media, media relations, email campaigns, and related communications strategies.
• Coaches and mentors other communications professionals on the team.
• Creates and implements communications material that delivers consistent key messages to target audiences through appropriate channels that are consistent with branding, messaging, and digital (social media) strategies.
• Engages with project stakeholders in written and oral communication effectively and professionally.
• Prepares quality client deliverables.
• Supports public engagements, inward-facing engagements (leading the planning and execution of Agency events), media relations, knowledge management, and preserving the agency’s history.
• Elevates the brand awareness through events, social media, and other communication channels.

Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree and a minimum of five to seven (5-7) years relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education/experience.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. Work is primarily performed in an office environment. Regularly required to sit. Regularly required use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms to handle objects and operate tools, computer, and/or controls.

EOE including Disability/Vet

EOE including Disability/Vet The estimated pay range for this role is $81,800 to $120,000, with the final offer contingent on location, skillset, and experience. Your application submission will be considered for all potential employment opportunities with Chickasaw Nation Industries (CNI).

About Chickasaw Nation Industries

Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc. (CNI) is a federally chartered corporation wholly owned by the Chickasaw Nation. Headquartered in Norman, Oklahoma, CNI serves as a holding company with multiple subsidiaries that operate as Limited Liability Companies (LLCs) engaged in several lines of business including Civilian, Defense, Filtration, Network Services, and Research, Development, Test and Evaluation. CNI supports a diverse culture that offers innovative approaches and customer-centered services. When you do business with us, you gain efficient and cost-effective solutions that help safeguard the environment, protect and secure key assets, and connect resources to needs. We are proud to support the economic development of the Chickasaw Nation and to contribute to the tribal mission of enhancing the overall quality of life of the Chickasaw people. A portion of our profits is used to support Chickasaw citizens through a multitude of programs and services such as education, health care, nutrition services, housing programs, legal services, elder and child care and community support programs. Successful economic development is an integral part of the Chickasaw Nation’s operations.