Job Title: Communications Specialist 1
Posted by: Los Alamos National Laboratory on Nov 15, 2024
Location:
Los Alamos , NMJob Description:
What You Will 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 museum communication and marketing? 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 Bradbury Science Museum.
The Bradbury's audiences range from children and adults who live in Los Alamos and Northern New Mexico to science and history buffs from around the world. Your mission will be to plan and execute communications and marketing products, including for the Bradbury's social media channels, and help facilitate fun, engaging, and educational events about the Lab's cutting-edge science and our fascinating researchers and history. This is an amazing opportunity to do something great and leave your mark!
Communications Specialist 1 ($63,200 - $99,000)
At the Communications Specialist 1 level, you will be expected to produce communication products such as social media posts, podcasts, web articles and news-style feature stories under supervision and with editing support. You will also assist with regular public- and employee-facing events, with duties ranging from helping coordinate speakers and publicity to responding to inquiries about attendance. You may also be expected to help develop interpretive material, multimedia content, and edit brochures and publications. The minimum requirements to be hired at this level include a bachelor's degree and at least two 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 strong fundamental skills as a communicator: Great with words; excellent judgment; can identify and connect with the appropriate audience; meets deadlines; and comfortable writing and editing a wide variety of content, ranging from news releases and web feature stories to newsletter roundups and marketing materials.
Social media content creation and marketing
Savvy social media marketing skills and experience creating content for multiple social media platforms in a professional environment are requirements for this position.
Web-based & multimedia content
We're looking for someone with experience creating or integrating multimedia content - photos, video, and infographics and especially podcasts - into their communication materials. You should also have a basic familiarity with web-based content management systems.
Education/experience
You will need a bachelor's degree in journalism, communications or a related field and a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.
Desired Qualifications:
Event planning
Experience helping facilitate public meetings and public events would be a plus.
Specialized experience
Experience working in or volunteering with museums, parks or a tourism or visitors' bureau is a bonus.
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. At least one sample should demonstrate professional experience with strategic social media content creation.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.
Work Location: The work location for this position is hybrid and is located in Santa Fe, 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
§ Paid childbirth 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 and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce. 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.
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 museum communication and marketing? 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 Bradbury Science Museum.
The Bradbury's audiences range from children and adults who live in Los Alamos and Northern New Mexico to science and history buffs from around the world. Your mission will be to plan and execute communications and marketing products, including for the Bradbury's social media channels, and help facilitate fun, engaging, and educational events about the Lab's cutting-edge science and our fascinating researchers and history. This is an amazing opportunity to do something great and leave your mark!
Communications Specialist 1 ($63,200 - $99,000)
At the Communications Specialist 1 level, you will be expected to produce communication products such as social media posts, podcasts, web articles and news-style feature stories under supervision and with editing support. You will also assist with regular public- and employee-facing events, with duties ranging from helping coordinate speakers and publicity to responding to inquiries about attendance. You may also be expected to help develop interpretive material, multimedia content, and edit brochures and publications. The minimum requirements to be hired at this level include a bachelor's degree and at least two 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 strong fundamental skills as a communicator: Great with words; excellent judgment; can identify and connect with the appropriate audience; meets deadlines; and comfortable writing and editing a wide variety of content, ranging from news releases and web feature stories to newsletter roundups and marketing materials.
Social media content creation and marketing
Savvy social media marketing skills and experience creating content for multiple social media platforms in a professional environment are requirements for this position.
Web-based & multimedia content
We're looking for someone with experience creating or integrating multimedia content - photos, video, and infographics and especially podcasts - into their communication materials. You should also have a basic familiarity with web-based content management systems.
Education/experience
You will need a bachelor's degree in journalism, communications or a related field and a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.
Desired Qualifications:
Event planning
Experience helping facilitate public meetings and public events would be a plus.
Specialized experience
Experience working in or volunteering with museums, parks or a tourism or visitors' bureau is a bonus.
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. At least one sample should demonstrate professional experience with strategic social media content creation.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.
Work Location: The work location for this position is hybrid and is located in Santa Fe, 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
§ Paid childbirth 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 and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce. 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.
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About Los Alamos National Laboratory
As a Federally Funded Research and Development Center, we align our strategic plan with priorities set by the Department of Energy (DOE), the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), and key relevant national strategy guidance documents, such as the Nuclear Posture Review, the National Security Strategy, and the Blueprint for a Secure Energy Future. As the senior laboratory in the DOE system, we execute work in all of DOE’s missions: national security, science, energy, and environmental management. Our contributions are part of what makes DOE a science, technology, and engineering powerhouse for the nation. In addition, we perform work for the Department of Defense (DoD), Intelligence Community (IC), and Department of Homeland Security (DHS), among others. As a result, our strategy reflects U.S. priorities spanning nuclear security, intelligence, defense, emergency response, nonproliferation, counterterrorism, energy security, emerging threats, and environmental management. We focus on integrating research and development solutions to achieve the maximum impact on strategic national security priorities. In addition, through our partnerships across government agencies, laboratories, universities, and industry, we deliver the best possible science and technology results for the nation.
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