What are the responsibilities and job description for the Communication Specialist II position at Longenecker & Associates?
Longenecker & Associates (L&A), a woman owned small business, has provided technical and management support to the Nuclear Energy Industry for over 30 years. We have the immediate need for a Communication Specialist II to contribute to the mission of Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL). LANL is a multidisciplinary research institution dedicated to enhancing national security by ensuring the safety and reliability of the U.S. nuclear stockpile, developing technologies to reduce threats from weapons of mass destruction, and solving problems related to energy, environment, infrastructure, health, and global security concerns.
Los Alamos National Laboratory the premiere science research institution in the United States, is hiring a Project Manager Level 2 to lead projects within our web and UI/UX teams. This role is ideal for a skilled project manager with knowledge and experience working with staff across all the roles within a web development team. You’ll collaborate with hybrid and remote staff across time zones and help manage projects from start to finish to ensure high-quality, timely deliverables.
Job Duties
Thorough knowledge of English grammar and punctuation, as well as extensive experience in technical editing and writing
Experience evaluating technical documents to determine the needed level and depth of edit based on multiple factors, including length, complexity, structure, and deadline
Experience performing a variety of levels of edit, ranging from basic copy to substantive editing, on highly specialized technical documents. You must also have the ability to learn and comprehend new technical concepts and terminology.
Communication Skills
Excellent written and oral communication, problem solving, and customer service and interpersonal skills
Work Management and Customer Service
Ability to work on multiple, sometimes conflicting, deliverables and deadlines in a high-pressure work environment where priorities frequently shift. The ability to work effectively within a team and with a variety of technical personnel and managers is essential.
Ability to maintain professional and courteous interactions with team members, technical personnel both inside and outside the assigned organization, and a range of managers internal and external to the Laboratory
Tools and Systems
Medium to advanced proficiency using Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. A solid understanding of Word styles and templates and PowerPoint-specific formatting is also required.
Education/Experience: This position requires a bachelor’s degree in communications, English, or a related field and a minimum of five years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Desired Qualifications:
Industry Knowledge
Experience working with highly technical documents and procedures is a plus.
LANL-specific experience or experience working in a large, complex institution or company is desirable. An understanding of large facility operations is also a plus.
Note to Applicants:
Please submit a cover letter — applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
Applicants will be asked to perform editing and formatting tests.
An active Q clearance would be ideal, but the ability to obtain a Q clearance is a requirement.
Location: This position will be physically located in Los Alamos, NM. You will be required to live within a 2-hour driving commute to the Laboratory.
L&A is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran.
