Communications Assistant
Company: StraCon Services Group, LLC.
Location: Dahlgren
Posted on: June 24, 2022
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Job Description:
StraCon Services Group, LLC is seeking a full time
Communications Assistant . The Communication Assistant will play an
integral role conceptualizing and developing compelling material to
help our clients tell impactful and cohesive stories. The candidate
will work directly on an exciting opportunity with a Department of
Defense (DoD) agency in Dahlgren, VA. As a critical member of the
creative team, the manager will work in a highly visible,
fast-paced, time-sensitive environment to engage with a wide
variety of DoD issues and create compelling messages and stories in
the form of press releases, articles, feature stories, and news
releases. The successful candidate is creative, fast on their feet,
and self-driven. Candidates should also have an active SECRET
security clearance or obtain an interim clearance prior to
starting, and previous experience working with the federal
government. Essential Job Duties: Manage the day-to-day activities
and deliverables of a 16-person communications team Ensure clear
communications and cohesion among project team and constantly
identify areas for collaboration Write, edit, proofread, and
copyedit a variety of documents, press releases, features,
magazines, social media content, articles, and other journalistic
articles Provide communications engagement support for events to
include the development of messages to align with client
initiatives Support the development of a Strategic Communications
Plan to include research, data collection, metrics, and in-depth
knowledge of communications strategy and execution Assist with the
occasional creation of basic graphics and videos Support the
development of content for a network of government video screens
and central digital signage Schedule and track digital signage
content using consistent messages from other communications
materials Travel Requirements: Local travel required Experience
Requirements: Proven ability to support communication programs and
products, media relations programs, community relations, special
events, and photography support Experience in research, conducting
interviews, writing, editing, and obtaining release/approval for
articles, feature stories, news releases, and statements, including
electronic, web based, and hard copy material. Proficient in
writing, formatting, editing, and maintaining a range of print and
digital media Knowledge of Section 508 compliance standards and how
to create products that adhere to these standards Knowledge of
NERDS (digital signage network) a plus Exceptional writer and copy
editor Education Requirements: Bachelors degree in communications,
public relations, or marketing and two (2) years of related
experience OR 6 years of related experience in the field of public
relations, public affairs, or journalism Security Requirements:
U.S. Citizenship required Minimum Secret clearance required About
StraCon: StraCon is dedicated to supporting our government clients
and warfighters by Enhancing their Operational Capability. With a
proven track record, and an employee focused philosophy, we have
developed a culture that believes in the talent of the individual.
StraCon employees are empowered to Make It Happen. Since 2008, we
have provided Program Management, Training Systems Products,
Financial Management, Instructional System Design, Data Management,
Courseware Development, Engineering, Logistics, Foreign Military
Sales Support, and a variety other technical services for the
Department of Defense. StraCon is an Equal Opportunity &
Affirmative Action Employer StraCon Contingent offers for
employment may stipulate that one or more requirements be satisfied
before final commitment between candidate and StraCon is
established; namely, award of contract to the StraCon Team.
Contingent requirements vary and may also include, but not be
limited to additional factors (i.e., the position still being
available after negotiations with the Government; final approval of
your qualifications by the Government; or ability to successfully
acquire and/or transfer a DoD security clearance).
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