Public Affairs Communication Specialist

Scientific Research Corporation; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 137,000 - 228,000; Full time

Job summary

Scientific Research Corporation (SRC) seeks a Public Affairs Communication Specialist to support a DoW customer in Alexandria, VA. Responsibilities include internal/external communications, developing strategic plans, and drafting press releases and social content.

The role requires 10+ years in communications, DoW/public affairs experience, and ability to work with engineers, leadership, and external stakeholders. Travel up to 10% and an active Secret Clearance are expected.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in communications.
• 5+ years in DoW communications/public affairs.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience developing strategic communications plans and public affairs guidance.
• Experience drafting, editing, publishing, coordinating, and distributing public affairs content including press releases and website/social media content.
• Experience researching and developing content for emerging technology and weapon systems.
• Experience collaborating with engineers, subject matter experts, leadership, and external stakeholders.
• Strong planning, organizational, and time management skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Familiarity with Department of War style guides.
• Military Assistant/public affairs officer experience a plus.
• Experience working at the Pentagon a plus.
• Ability to travel up to 10%.
• Active Secret Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Communicating internally with the project team.
• Communicating externally with stakeholders including Military Services, other DoW organizations, and industry performers.
• Developing and implementing strategic communications plans and public affairs guidance.
• Developing website and/or social media content, press releases, etc.
• Acting as a liaison for internal and external stakeholders to ensure aligned messaging and coordinate communications.
• Coordinating and tracking approvals for public release within the project team and up the Department approval chain.
• Other public affairs / communications duties as required.

Skills

Public affairs

Communications

Strategic planning

Written communication

Oral communication

Team coordination

Travel readiness

Security clearance

DoW knowledge

Job description

Salary Statement

Estimated Starting Salary Range: USD $136,850.00/Yr. - USD $228,100.00/Yr. Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.

Description

SRC is seeking a Public Affairs Communication Specialist to support our Department of War (DoW) customer in Alexandria, VA. Duties may include the following:

• Communicating internally with the project team
• Communicating externally with stakeholders including Military Services, other DoW organizations, and industry performers
• Developing and implementing strategic communications plans and public affairs guidance
• Developing website and/or social media content, press releases, etc.
• Acting as a liaison for internal and external stakeholders to ensure aligned messaging and coordinate communications
• Coordinating and tracking approvals for public release within the project team and up the Department approval chain
• Other public affairs / communications duties as required

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in communications
• 5+ years of experience in DoW communications and/or DoW public affairs
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Experience developing and implementing strategic communications plans and public affairs guidance
• Experience drafting, editing, publishing, coordinating, and distributing public affairs content including press releases and website/social media content
• Experience researching and developing content for emerging technology and weapon systems
• Experience working with a wide range of contributors including engineers, subject matter experts, functional teams, senior leadership, and external stakeholders
• Strong planning, organizational, and time management skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Familiarity with Department of War style guides
• Military Assistant and/or military Public Affairs Officer experience a plus
• Experience working at the Pentagon a plus
• Ability to travel up to 10% of the year
• Active Secret Clearance

Desired Skills

• Military Assistant and/or military Public Affairs Officer experience
• Experience working at the Pentagon a plus

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

Travel Requirements

• Up to 10% travel (ad hoc)

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 with amounts increasing based on role and years of service, 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.

EEO

Scientific Research Corporation is an equal opportunity 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, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local law.

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