Job Information
Katmai Communications Support Specialist in RICHLAND, Washington
SUMMARY
The Department of Energy (DOE) Hanford Site requires general support services for the Office of Communications (HOC).
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Develop comprehensive communication strategies on highly technical subjects, to inform and educate internal and external stakeholders with varying levels of education and knowledge on the topics.
Prepare media engagement materials, sometimes requiring research and understanding of technical material.
Use communication products to inform and educate various internal and external audiences and stakeholders.
Develop, coordinate, review, and approve communication products, including but not limited to presentations, press releases, announcements, fact sheets, and fliers on tank farms and Waste Treatment and Immobilization Plant (WTP) topics for delivery at various stakeholder engagements, including the Hanford Advisory Board, Oregon Hanford Advisory Board, Hanford Communities, local decision-makers, Congressional and legislative staff.
Submit a weekly report to the technical monitor addressing work accomplished, and deliverable progress.
Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
Perform other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
None.
Job Requirements:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
BS/BA degree in communications or a related field of study. Six years of experience may be substituted for a degree.
Minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience
Proficient knowledge of MS Word, MS PowerPoint, Excel, and/or other MS Office tools.
Must obtain and maintain any necessary security access and/or background checks.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS
Demonstrated familiarity or relevant experience in writing for external non-technical audiences on highly technical topics.
Demonstrated familiarity or relevant experience of media strategies and tools.
Demonstrated familiarity or relevant experience to interface successfully with senior level management.
Ability to work with government and contractor personnel to problem solve and formulate strategies for success.
Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
Demonstrated familiarity or relevant experience with procedures. Experience with government procedures.
Demonstrated familiarity or relevant experience associated with the Hanford Site mission, activities and priorities.
Demonstrated familiarity or relevant experience with the Department of Energy’s program management practices, policies, and procedures, and specifically those at Hanford.
Demonstrated familiarity or relevant experience with the Hanford Site tank farm mission and status.
Demonstrated familiarity or relevant experience with the Hanford Site WTP Project.
Demonstrated familiarity or relevant experience or knowledge about the Hanford stakeholder groups.
WORK SCHEDULE
Full-time. May be required to work additional hours as needed to complete the assignment or project.
TRAVEL
Travel is expected to be less than 5%.
DRIVING REQUIREMENTS
None.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed in a hybrid setting. Employee will work both remotely and on-site at the Department of Energy government offices, the Hanford Site, and Richland, WA.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Position consists of sitting for long periods of time, using hands/fingers, handling, reaching with hands and arms, talking, hearing and seeing up close, at a distance, along the periphery, with depth perception and the ability to focus; occasional walking or standing, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, and lifting boxes weighing up to 10 pounds. Moderate to extended periods of office work with heavy periods of computer usage. May be assigned occasional to moderate periods of analytical tasks requiring extensive reasoning abilities. It is Katmai Government Services, LLC’s business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.
Compensation & Benefits:
Salary Range: $85,000 - $120,000 annually
Eligible Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & AD&D Insurance, Voluntary Disability Insurance (STD & LTD), Time Off Benefits (Paid & Unpaid), 401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching, FSA, EAP, and more.
Compliance:
To be considered for this position, all applicants must apply on the company website, https://katmaicorp.com/life-at-katmai/
We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, marital status, familial status or any other characteristic protected by law. https://katmaicorp.com/life-at-katmai/#equal_opportunity Preference will be given to Ouzinkie Shareholders, Descendants of Shareholders and Spouses of Shareholders in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g) and Title 42 U.S. Code 2000e - 2(i).
Executive Order 11246, as amended, protects applicants and employees from discrimination based on inquiring about, disclosing, or discussing their compensation or the compensation of other applicants or employees
Requisition ID: 3422