Communications Specialist 3/4 - Military Veterans

Job Title Communications Specialist 3/4
Location Los Alamos, NM, US
Organization Name CEA-PA/ Public Affairs
Minimum Salary
Maximum Salary

What You Wi ll Do




Are you a strategic and savvy communicator looking for the perfect opportunity to display your talents? Do you want to be part of a world-class research and development institution solving some of the nation's toughest national security challenges? Do you have a particular interest or background in employee-facing journalism, internal marketing and executive communication? If the answer to these questions is "yes" then we invite you to learn more about an opening in our Public Affairs Group supporting Los Alamos National Laboratory's Business Management Directorate Office.

Los Alamos' Business Management Directorate encompasses some of the most important functions of the Lab's administration - information technology, finance and purchasing - and is central to how we accomplish our national security mission. Your focus in this position would be to work closely with the directorate leadership to plan and execute communications and marketing products aimed at audiences that include employees; Lab leaders; and local, state and federal partners. Your work product could range from news-style web articles to talking points, and from communication strategy documents to executive-level memoranda. This is an amazing opportunity to do something great and leave your mark!

Communications Specialist 3 ($92,300 - $151,000)

At the Communications Specialist 3 level, you will be expected to produce communication products such as news-style feature stories, multi-channel strategic marketing and communication plans, and executive communication materials with limited supervision. The position requires extensive writing, oral and interviewing skills; experience communicating via multimedia as well as in writing; and the proven ability to analyze communication needs and plan and execute complex communications campaigns. The minimum requirements to be hired at this level include a bachelor's degree and eight years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Communications Specialist 4 ($122,300 - $206,300)

To qualify at the Communications Specialist 4 level, you will need to meet all of the requirements of a Communications Specialist 3 and have advanced skill and demonstrated expertise in writing or editing content; extensive experience leading complex communications campaigns and initiatives; and expertise at successfully managing all parts of story development and securing approvals in a complex, multifacted review environment. The minimum requirements to be hired at this level include a bachelor's degree and 12 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

What You Need




Minimum Job Requirements:

Communication planning & execution

We want someone who has serious chops as a communicator and project manager: great with words; excellent judgment; and able to work as a full partner with leadership to assess challenges and create and execute multi-channel communication campaigns that achieve specific and measurable goals.

Executive communication

You should have some experience working with executive-level leaders on a wide variety of projects and products. You should understand how to capture an executive's "voice" and be able to create successful communication materials - such as quotes or correspondence - without significant oversight.

Web-based & multimedia strategy

We're looking for someone who has a track record of taking communications to the next level by strategically integrating multimedia content - photos, video, and graphics - into campaigns that reach any audience where they are and drive results.

Education/experience

You will need a bachelor's degree in journalism, communications or another related field and a minimum of eight years of relevant experience.

Minimum Job Requirements at the Higher Level:

Advanced editing and writing skill

In order to qualify at the Communications Specialist 4 level, you must have demonstrated advanced skill in writing or editing content for web and journalism-style publications

Extensive communications planning experience

A Communications Specialist 4 will have demonstrated extensive experience leading complex communications campaigns and initiatives and expertise at successfully managing all parts of story development and securing approvals in a complex, multifacted review environment.

Education/experience

The minimum requirements to be hired at Communications Specialist 4 include a bachelor's degree and 12 years of relevant experience.

Desired Qualifications:

Speechwriting

Experience with executive speechwriting and creating C-suite presentations would be a plus.

National lab/NNSA experience

Experience working at a national lab or similar environment - whether in industry or government - is strongly desired but not required for the position.

Q clearance

All candidates must be able to secure a Q clearance. Applicants who already hold a Q clearance will be able to hit the ground running sooner and are strongly desired.

Note to Applicants:

• Please attach your resume, a cover letter that addresses how you meet each of the requirements of this position, and three work samples that demonstrate your abilities as a professional communicator. Important: Candidates who do not submit these required materials with their application may not be considered for the position.
• No applicant is expected to have all the desired qualifications, and anyone who meets the minimum requirements is encouraged to apply.
• Applicants will be asked to take a writing and editing test as part of the selection process.
• Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China, the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of North Korea, and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.

Work Location: The work location for this position is hybrid and is located in Los Alamos, NM. Hybrid is defined as working partially onsite/partially offsite but within 2 hours ground commute of this location. All work locations are at the discretion of management and can change at any time with appropriate notice.

Position commitment: Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.

Where You Will Work

Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:

§ PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network

§ Dental and vision insurance

§ Free basic life and disability insurance

§ Paidchildbirth and parental leave

§ Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)

§ Learning opportunities and tuition assistance

§ Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)

§ Onsite gyms and wellness programs

§ Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)

Additional Details
Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2 . Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.

Clearance: Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government, and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance. and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances.Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.

*Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances.See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.

New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.

Regular position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.

Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.
Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call 1-505-664-6947 option 2 and then option 3.
Employment Status Full Time
Appointment Type Regular
Regular