OAR Science Communications Specialist - GML (Boulder, CO) (Hybrid)

FWI (FedWriters, Inc.); Boulder (CO); Hybrid; USD 82.000 - 86.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Long-term Disability Insurance

Short-term Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Plan

Holiday Pay

Paid Time Off

Zusammenfassung

NOAA Research seeks an OAR Science Communications Specialist embedded with an OAR lab, translating research into accessible communications for leadership and staff. You will craft talking points, coordinate all-hands events, and guide messaging to diverse audiences.

You will partner with scientists and senior leaders to translate complex science into clear, engaging materials, while providing training to nationwide OAR staff and shaping outreach across platforms.

Qualifikationen

• BA/BS in a technical or business discipline; advanced degrees or certifications may reduce experience requirements
• 4+ years of professional and/or academic experience

Aufgaben

• Serve as analyst and coordinator for communication actions with OAR leadership and teams
• Provide written and oral communications for OAR products, ensuring clear, concise language for diverse audiences
• Explain and organize complex scientific information into communication products for leaders and workforce
• Provide planning and coordination support to OAR Senior Management for meetings and events
• Develop talking points and materials used by leadership for internal and external audiences
• Provide training and resources to nationwide OAR communications staff on various topics
• Establish and maintain communications between OAR communications staff across the organization
• Coordinate within OAR to showcase OAR mission across platforms and events
• Advise leadership on sensitive issues, engagement opportunities, and communication strategies
• Document workflows and maintain organized files related to communications work

Kenntnisse

Public affairs

Stakeholder management

Strategic planning

Writing

Ausbildung

BA/BS in Communications/Science/Environmental Field

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

NOAA Research is one of the most consequential science agencies in the federal government — advancing the forecasts that save lives, the data that informs climate policy, and the understanding of Earth systems that shapes decisions for generations. But great science only creates impact when it is communicated well. As an OAR Science Communications Specialist, you will be embedded directly within a NOAA OAR laboratory or program, working alongside scientists and senior leaders to translate groundbreaking research into communications that inform, engage, and inspire. You are a skilled writer, a strategic thinker, and a natural connector — someone who can develop talking points for a Congressional briefing, coordinate a nationwide all-hands meeting, and advise the OAR Communications Director on sensitive engagement opportunities, all in the same week. This is a role for a communications professional who understands that the stakes of getting science communication right are high — and who brings both the craft and the judgment to do it well.

FWI is expanding rapidly and has been recognized as a 2024, 2025 and 2026 Top Workplace, offering excellent growth opportunities in a collaborative environment .

Work Schedule and Location

• Hybrid (2-3 Days Onsite) at NOAA GML Lab (Boulder, CO)

Responsibilities

• Serve as an analyst and coordinator for communication actions, working closely with OAR office leadership, the OAR Communications team, and subject matter experts across headquarters, labs, and programs
• Provide exceptional written and oral communications for OAR products and materials, ensuring OAR mission, work, and activities are presented in clear, concise, and understandable language for a variety of audiences
• Explain and organize complex scientific information into communication products used by OAR leadership and the workforce, demonstrating strong writing and editing skills with experience translating technical information for non-scientific audiences
• Provide planning, coordination, and communication support to OAR Senior Management for periodic meetings and events, including all-hands meetings and site visits
• Develop talking points and other materials used by leadership when communicating to internal and external audiences
• Provide training and resources to nationwide OAR communications staff on a variety of communication topics
• Establish and maintain communications between OAR communications staff to effectively communicate NOAA-relevant information across the OAR workforce
• Coordinate within OAR to showcase OAR mission, work, and activities across a variety of communications platforms and events
• Provide advice and recommendations to the OAR Communications Director and OAR laboratory and program leadership on sensitive issues, opportunities for engagement, and strategies for improved communications
• Document workflows and maintain organized files containing data associated with communications work

Required Qualifications

• BA/BS in a technical or business discipline — Communications, Journalism, Science Communications, Environmental Science, Public Affairs, or a closely related field preferred; advanced degrees or certifications may qualify for shorter periods of required experience
• 4+ years of professional and/or academic experience

Desired

• Demonstrated experience providing communications support for a federal science agency, research organization, or similar technical environment
• Proven ability to translate complex scientific or technical content into compelling written products for diverse audiences, including non-expert and senior government audiences
• Experience developing executive communications including talking points, briefing materials, and leadership presentations for senior government officials
• Familiarity with NOAA, OAR, or federal agency communications processes, review cycles, and public affairs requirements
• Experience planning and coordinating large-scale events such as all-hands meetings, site visits, or public outreach events
• Strong interpersonal skills; demonstrated ability to build relationships with scientists, senior managers, and communications colleagues across a geographically distributed organization
• SME II candidates: demonstrated experience advising senior leadership on communications strategy and sensitive engagement issues
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Low-risk federal security clearance

FWI is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets.

Benefits

At FWI, we place the highest importance on creating an exceptional employee experience. You'll have opportunities to achieve your career aspirations through internal promotions, professional development, and other recognition and rewards programs. Join our team and take advantage of the many benefits we offer, including:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Plan
• Holiday Pay
• Paid Time Off

Pay Range

$81,556.80 - $85,849.26 depending on experience, education, and clearance level.