Communications Strategist
RemoteUnited States
Job Summary
Develop integrated communications strategies and campaigns while coordinating day-to-day messaging across mission teams and digital channels. Produce clear materials including talking points, briefings, and announcements to align with leadership priorities and policy direction. Maintain editorial calendars, content workflows, and governance processes, conducting research to inform stakeholder engagement strategies. Partner with UX, data, and IT teams on content alignment, track performance metrics and sentiment insights, and ensure compliance with federal standards and accessibility guidelines. Contribute to continuous improvement of communication tools and best practices within a fully remote environment.
Required Qualifications
- Active Secret clearance or higher
- Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, Political Science, or a related field
- Minimum 6 years of experience in communications, strategic messaging, public affairs, or related fields
- Experience supporting integrated communication campaigns and executing communication plans
- Experience producing mission-aligned communications across digital and traditional channels
- Experience supporting cross-functional collaboration with program, mission, or technical teams
- Knowledge of communications strategy development, stakeholder messaging, and audience analysis
- Familiarity with digital communications tools, editorial processes, and content governance
- Understanding of accessibility requirements and federal communications guidance
Desired Qualifications
- Experience supporting communications in federal or DoD environments
- Familiarity with analytics tools for evaluating communication effectiveness
- Professional communications certifications (e.g., PRSA, IABC)
- ITIL v4 or project management certifications
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