DHS Communications Specialist

4 weeks ago

Washington, United States Rockwood Company Full time $70,000 - $110,000
Job DescriptionJob Description

Security Clearance Requirement: Active U.S. Customs and Border Protection Background Investigation (CBP BI).

About Rockwood:

Welcome to Rockwood Company, LLC - where innovation meets impact in the heart of the DC Metropolitan Area. As a rapidly growing, woman-owned change management consulting firm, we pride ourselves on delivering unparalleled value to our clients.

At Rockwood, we foster a team-oriented learning environment that encourages our consultants to push boundaries and reach new heights. The work we do is impactful, and our clients are trusted partners. Our consultants take ownership of their success and partner with leadership to achieve their professional development goals.

About the Position:

We are seeking a dynamic and skilled Communications Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for researching, planning, designing and developing communications and marketing programs and products that effectively convey information to targeted audiences. This role requires proficiency in various media and communication methods to achieve specific impacts and desired effects. The Communications Specialist will also handle information requests, prepare statistical reports, and perform clerical functions such as correspondence and meeting scheduling.

Responsibilities may include:

Research and Development

  • Conduct research, planning, design and development of communications and marketing programs
  • Create products that convey information to targeted audiences through suitable media

Content Management

  • Plan, coordinate and edit content for publication.
  • Review proposals and drafts for potential publication, including technical editing

Writing and Origination

  • Originate and prepare written materials such as scripts, stories, advertisements and other content

Needs Assessment and Program Evaluation

  • Assess communication needs, programs and products
  • Apply interdisciplinary thinking, integrating principles from communications theory, business and marketing, public relations, psychology and organizational theory

Stakeholder Engagement

  • Contribute to stakeholder analyses, outreach approaches and other customer and market-related research and interactions

Administrative Support

  • Conduct research and prepare statistical reports
  • Handle information requests and perform clerical functions such as preparing correspondence and scheduling meetings

Software Proficiency

  • Utilize software applications such as Microsoft Office suite and Adobe suite
  • Use other audiovisual design and editing applications effectively

Required Qualifications:

  • Active U.S. Customs and Border Protection Background Investigation (CBP BI)
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Proven experience in communications, marketing, public relations or a similar role
  • Strong writing, editing and content creation skills
  • Excellent research and analytical abilities
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe suite
  • Strong organizational and multitasking skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams
  • Strong understanding of communications theory, business and marketing principles, public relations, psychology, and organizational theory

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master's Degree

Our Unique Benefits:

  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
  • Employee Funded Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Unlimited Sick Leave
  • Generous Paid Vacation Time and Eight (8) Federal Holidays
  • 401(k) Retirement Program, Rockwood provides a 100% match on employees contributions, up to 4% of their salary deferrals
  • Employer-Paid Paternal Leave
  • Employer-Paid Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
  • Continuous Learning and Tuition Reimbursement allowances
  • Bonuses and incentives for high impact work
  • Monthly Cell phone, Hotspot, or Internet Stipend
  • Monthly wellness Stipend
  • Company Teambuilding Events (i.e.: Nationals Games, Bowling, and more)

Rockwood Company values creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Rockwood, please e-mail careers@rockwoodcompany.com . This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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