Senior Communication Specialist Job at FedWriters, Inc. in Dahlgren

Overview:

FedWriters is building a team to support corporate communications, public affairs, visual information, and technical library support for ongoing initiatives supporting the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD). As a Senior Communication Specialist, you will provide comprehensive communication support for public relations, media relations, and community engagement programs. FedWriters is expanding rapidly and has been recognized as a 2024 Top Workplace by the Washington Post, offering excellent growth opportunities in a collaborative environment.

This position will work onsite at the Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division in Dahlgren, VA.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct research, interviews, and write/edit articles, feature stories, news releases, and statements, supporting communication initiatives for events like the Surface Navy Association Symposium and the annual Sea Air Space Exposition
• Support employee communication programs and products, ensuring clear and effective internal communication
• Manage media relations and community relations programs, enhancing NSWCDD's public presence and engagement
• Provide photography support and develop digital signage content to augment existing staff efforts in delivering impactful communication messages

Qualifications:

• Must possess an active Secret clearance
• Bachelors Degree in Communications, Public Relations, or Marketing, and 4 years of related experience, or 10 years of experience in public relations, public affairs, or journalism
• Proficiency in Newport Enterprise Realtime Development Server (NERDS), Adobe Creative Cloud, Microsoft Office, AVS Video Converter, and screen capture software

• Proven ability to support employee communication programs and products, media relations programs, community relations, special events, and provide photography support.

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

Why Join Our Team:

At FedWriters, we place the highest importance on creating an exceptional employee experience. As part of our rapidly growing company, 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 (Compensation will be determined based on the candidate's skills, qualifications, experience, and other relevant factors):
$ 85,000.00 - $ 115,000.00 /Yr.