Corporate Communications Officer

This role is ON SITE - NOT remote.

Duties shall include:

• Proactively identify and implement marketing strategies.
• Based on awareness and understanding of the customer mission and operations tempo, identify and reach out to potential users and user groups.
• Analyze customer needs; make appropriate recommendations for message/information development, communication method selection, and timing of messages.
• Tailor messages by target audience.
• Research, write, edit, and publish communications products (e.g., print, web, electronic, briefings). Provide direction to graphic designers, briefing developers, photographers, illustrators and other required staff.
• Prepare material for publication and other media both internally and externally.
• Manage and monitor production schedules.
• Develop new communication methods to reach target audiences. Support senior leaders by writing speeches, talking points, video scripts, briefings, and other communications products (e.g., emails, articles).
• Develop a comprehensive site visit plan to be incorporated during the construction phase of a new facility. Upon approval, and within appropriate timelines, this individual would assist with coordination and execution of site visits for the new site.
• Serve as liaison with the customer component working group members to update the content of agency websites, policies and procedures in preparation for deployment to a new facility.
• Coordinate details of events such as town halls, Jabber sessions, “What We Know” sessions and all workforce engagement requirements.
• Recommend appropriate community relations activities, develop a calendar of events, and provide a monthly calendar of events to the PMO.
• Manage logistics requirements in coordination with local businesses and academic institutions.
• Coordinate all documentation and submission deadlines for events and meetings.
• Establish processes and POCs for team use to successfully manage and run events.
• Schedule speakers, vendors, and participants and appropriate instructions as needed.
• Coordinate and assist in the monitoring of event timelines and ensure deadlines are met.
• Initiate, coordinate, and/or participate in all efforts to publicize event.
• Prepare presentations with the visual information specialist as needed.
• Coordinate event logistics, including registration and attendee tracking, presentation and materials support and pre- and post-event evaluations.
• Build a schedule for ad hoc visits for visits, and public officials as determined by the assigned government lead.
• Coordinate all visit with the construction site manager to ensure safety and to avoid construction disruptions.
• Manage logistics including transportation, instructions, and other relevant notifications for each visit.
• Maintain a log of each visit for future reference.
• Advertise tour options and requirements as directed by the government lead.
• Provide regular tour attendee assessments and feedback to T&E Assistant Program Manager.

Required:

• Ability to work ON SITE.
• Active TS/SCI is REQUIRED.
• Ability to obtain a CI Polygraph is REQUIRED.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in communications, public relations, or similar.
• 7 years of experience with providing strategic communications support, article development, and speechwriting.
• Experience with data gathering and analytical skills.
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Proficient with PC computer platforms and Microsoft Office Suite. Strong communication (oral and written), interpersonal and customer service skills.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $105,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Do you have an ACTIVE TS/SCI with CI Poly eligibility?

Please answer honestly - we will verify prior to any interviews or submission.

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Strategic Communications: 7 years (Required)
• Public Relations: 7 years (Required)
• Microsoft Office Suite: 5 years (Required)
• Article Development: 7 years (Required)
• Speechwriting: 7 years (Required)
• Data Gathering: 5 years (Required)
• Analytical: 5 years (Required)

Security clearance:

• Top Secret (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• St. Louis, MO 63045 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $105,000 - $110,000