Position Title: Senior Strategic Communications Specialist (Active Top Secret Clearance Required)Location: Washington, DC (TC1003)

Job Type: Full-time 

Position Overview:

We are seeking a Senior Strategic Communications Specialist to support a program within the Department of Defense (DoD). The successful candidate will lead the design, implementation, and execution of a communication strategy to further the client's relationships with stakeholders and support their mission and desired program outcomes. Additionally, the candidate will provide strategic communications and DoD subject matter expertise to our team and apply that expertise to assigned projects and processes.

Key Responsibilities:

·      Active Top Secret (TS) clearance and current or prior DoD experience

·      On-site presence with the client five days a week (must be local to the DC metropolitan area or willing to relocate)

·      Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred

·      15+ years of strategic communications experience

·      Strong group facilitation skills and ability to achieve desired outcomes in high-stakes and high-complexity environments

Qualifications:

·      Client Focus: Lead the design, implementation, and execution of the communications strategy for the client, including media relations, public speaking engagements, content creation, and social media management

·      Company Focus: Provide domain-specific subject matter expertise and advice to our leadership and delivery staff, and apply expert functional knowledge to assigned projects and processes

·      Develop and nurture lasting relationships with clients and key senior executives

·      Identify project opportunities and drive revenue growth

·      Contribute to the development and management of our company brand and marketing materials

Desired Skills, Experiences, and Certifications:

·      Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and organizational skills

·      Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet, presentation creation tools, internet research tools, and Google suite

·      Ability to work effectively in ambiguous, fast-paced, and high-stakes client environments

·      Must be legally eligible to work in the United States without company visa sponsorship

Compensation:

The projected salary range for this position is between $131,815.00 and $210,905.00 annually. We offer a comprehensive benefits program, including incentive compensation (bonus) programs, and opportunities for professional growth and development.

Physical and Mental Requirements:

This role requires occasional travel, evening and weekend work, and the ability to effectively use computers and other electronic and standard office equipment. The work is primarily sedentary, with occasional walking, climbing stairs, and standing. We are committed to partnering with all candidates and employees to ensure reasonable accommodations are made to meet these requirements.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, or other non-merit-based factors. We comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment and extend these protections to all terms and conditions of employment.