Duties and responsibilities for this position include, but not limited to the following:

• Responsible for establishing and managing communications plans that identify target audiences, appropriate messages, activities, and resources needed for effective communication, and effective communications plan for change management, incorporate multiple channels and manage expectations and disseminate project progress.
• Establishes and manages the training plans and design and perform needs assessments within the project relative to functional and training needs and project effectiveness.
• Establishes, develops, and implements local MHV-related goals, strategies to meet goals, identifies responsible parties, tracks progress, including monitoring goals/activity status, and reports status/progress to medical center management.
• Formulates a marketing strategy from research, reports, products and organizational data.
• Designs, conducts and evaluates innovative means to advertise and market products of the MHV and Social Media Program.
• Delivers presentations to all levels of the VAMC/HCS at forums, conferences, and meetings.
• Develops multimedia campaign materials (e.g., printed articles, brochures, videos) to enlighten target population.
• Researches and writes articles, news releases and briefs for inclusion in publications and for release of other media.
• Analyzes functional clinical and business process changes or impact to clinical guidelines in terms of policies, procedures, and user behaviors.
• Manages multi-disciplinary teams comprised of professional, technical and support personnel to coordinate clinical and business functions for the MHV program.
• Analyzes new or amended legislation and develops policy covering programs, activities, or functions for which the facility has responsibility.
• Utilizes interpersonal communication skills to deal with Veterans who are difficult, hostile, or distressed, working with co-workers, supervisors, and high level management, and negotiating.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm
Telework: Not available
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Position Description/PD#: Communications Specialist/082460
Financial Disclosure Report: Not required

Starting at $71,995 Per Year (GS 11)

We are global, we are impacting the lives of millions every day, we are making a difference!  

At Amcor we are inspired to change the packaging industry and are taking on the aspirational challenge to make all our products recyclable or reusable by 2025. Through our products and global footprint, we are in a unique position to truly make a difference in the packaging space. Our products impact the lives of millions of people across the globe every day from food, beverage, pharmaceutical, medical, home- and personal-care, and other essential products. Amcor is a thriving S&P 500 organisation listed both on the NYSE (AMCR) and ASX (AMC) with US$13 billion in sales. We have a proud history dating back to the 1860’s and come a long way from a single paper mill based in Melbourne to becoming the global leading packaging company. Today, Amcor is an international organisation empowering its 50,000 employees in over 40 countries and across 250 sites.   

   

Will you be next to join our journey towards a more sustainable future? At Amcor we are always looking for talented and passionate individuals who are motivated to make a difference. Working at Amcor means you will have a unique opportunity to be a part of an organisation that is committed to providing sustainable packaging solutions. To find out more about our commitment to sustainability and about Amcor, visit www.amcor.com.  

Job Description

Job Overview

The Communications Manager will develop and implement primarily internal communications strategies and content to further the company’s specific business objectives. This position is responsible for supporting the organization’s key business units by making, creating, and executing multichannel initiatives to drive awareness and engagement among target audiences. The manager also will provide support broadly to the organization, and to other members of the communications team, via external communication, corporate events, and special initiatives.

Job Dimensions

• Geographic Scope: North America
• Number of colleagues directly reporting to this job: None

Principal Accountabilities

• Identify opportunities, strategies, and stories, and develop high-impact internal communications campaigns to support AFNA’s business groups, while staying in alignment with the company’s overall goals and objectives. This may include communications support for plant safety initiatives, community relations, company volunteer activities, policy changes, and more.
• Draft and secure input and approvals for a variety of written communications, including intranet stories, digital signage, employee emails, medial alerts, press releases, and executive presentations.
• Develop high-impact visual communications, including PowerPoint, emails, SharePoint sites, and other digital collateral.
• Help senior leaders prepare for key internal and external engagement (e.g., presentation materials, speeches, executive biographies, talking points, etc.).
• Create and maintain editorial calendars.
• Provide support for external communications initiatives, including news releases, media outreach, press inquiry response, and social media posts.
• Serve as an organizational point of contact for Amcor style guide and corporate brand standards.
• Manage reporting and analytics for digital channels, and make recommendations based on usage statistics to improve adoption, reach, and relevance of communication campaigns.
• Own and update AFNA’s internal digital channels, and support and partner with users across the business, including technical support for swift troubleshooting as needed.

Qualifications/Requirements

Formal Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Liberal Arts, Communications or Journalism
• Minimum seven years’ experience as a corporate communicator
• Preference for manufacturing sector experience
• Journalism and/or media relations experience highly valued

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Behaviors

• Ability to work well with executive leaders in a strategic and analytical manger, use discretion and sound judgement, and operate in a fast-paced corporate environment
• Ability to develop and implement impactful, compelling communications programs that drive engagement
• Clear attention to detail, spelling and grammar
• Ability to relate to all levels of an organization, from the shop floor to the C-suite
• Strong verbal, writing, editing, research and project management skills
• Ability to convey information in a straightforward and succinct manner, and translate complex information into clear and concise content
• Self-starter who can take initiative in the absence of detailed direction
• Ability to meet tight deadlines, stay highly organized, and maintain professionalism under pressure
• Well-rounded communicator with the experience and ability to interact with media, create and monitor social media content, and support community engagement efforts
• Interested in current events and news, and in keeping up with evolving communications and public relations trends and tactics
• Advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (including OneDrive, SharePoint, and PowerPoint)
• Basic graphics skills, including digital asset creation and familiarity with video editing

Our Expectations

We expect our people to be guided by The Amcor Way and demonstrate our Values every day to enable the business to win. We are winning when:

• Our people are engaged and developing as part of a high-performing Amcor team
• Our customers grow and prosper from Amcor’s quality, service, and innovation
• Our investors benefit from Amcor’s consistent growth and superior returns
• The environment is better off because of Amcor’s leadership and products

Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

Amcor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click on the links  "EEO is the and "EEO is the Law" Poster Supplement. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call 224-313-7000 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

E-Verify

We verify the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired for employment in the United States.

The National Space Intelligence Center (NSIC) is seeking highly motivated Communications Satellite Engineer. Engineers at the National Space Intelligence Center are entrusted to develop intelligence products that directly inform national policy makers, warfighters, and the Department of Defense acquisition community. As a member of the national Intelligence Community, National Space Intelligence Center engineers work collaboratively with partner agencies to develop written products that address some of the nation's most pressing technical challenges. Additionally, engineers are expected to brief Department of Defense and Intelligence Community Senior Leaders on current and emerging threats to our nation and provide critical analysis on complex topics. The National Space Intelligence Center provides engineers the opportunity to continue to develop themselves academically through various programs and partnerships. Partnerships include courses and programs with the Air Force Institute of Technology, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, University of Dayton, etc. Additionally, engineers have career advancement and leadership opportunities within the center if so desired.

In this role, you will provide professional scientific knowledge and apply engineering, mathematical, statistical analysis, modeling/simulation, and other scientific principles to support the organization's mission objectives. As part of the NSIC, you will contribute to the production of all-source intelligence, analyzing the characteristics, capabilities, limitations, and vulnerabilities of foreign systems, plans, processes, and programs to counter potential cyber threats to spacecraft and related services.

You will work under the guidance of senior analysts, performing complete studies and analysis of limited scope or portions of larger projects. You will utilize your expertise in aerospace engineering, electrical engineering, electronic engineering, or computer science to develop innovative approaches and intelligence analysis and production tradecraft. Additionally, you will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and make technical recommendations to other organizations, commands, and agencies.

Responsibilities:
- Perform scientific analysis, research, design, development, testing, evaluation, integration, acquisition,
dissemination, sustainment, modification, and/or exploitation of complex electronic systems.
- Formulate, plan, direct, and complete a variety of analyses and studies, working both independently and as a
team member.
- Identify and structure studies, define objectives, and utilize analytical techniques to solve problems.
- Collect, compile, organize, and analyze data using mathematical and statistical techniques.
- Develop models/simulations and computer programs to evaluate and predict system performance.
- Diagnose problems, establish assumptions, and evaluate available alternatives.
- Provide technical guidance, advisory support, and assistance to other organizations.
- Make recommendations on best alternatives for program/project objectives or problem resolution.
- Prepare technical reports, documentation, and presentations summarizing study findings and progress.
- Stay updated on evolving technology and its impact on the organization's missions.

Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a STEM field with at least one year of engineering experience.
- General interest and understanding of space-based technologies.
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication skills to effectively convey complex technical information.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance.

Starting at $63,734 Per Year (GG 9)

Communications Specialist

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $73,100.00 to $166,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees.

Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.

• If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you’ll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility.
• If this position is listed as onsite, you’ll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role.

EEO Commitment

We’re an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that empowers our people to fearlessly drive change – no matter their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation, or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

Major Duties:

• Serves as an SME in the area of communications with responsibility for developing national training, education and outreach campaigns for Veterans, clinicians, and providers.
• Identifies interview and speaking opportunities for OCC leadership and prepares materials for print and broadcast interviews.
• Devises and carries out programs that promote OCC strategies, policies, operations, plans and goals to OCC employees and stakeholders.
• Serves as OCC's central point of contact for all internal and external communication activities.

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm
Compressed/Flexible: Available at supervisory discretion
Remote: This is a remote position
Position Description/PD#: Communications Specialist/PD88080A
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
Financial Disclosure Report: Not required

Starting at $85,546 Per Year (GS 13)

We are a diverse team of collaborators, doers, and problem-solvers who are relentlessly committed to a culture of safety. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable space flight. Join us in lowering the cost of access to space and enabling Blue Origin’s vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth!

As part of a diverse and hardworking team of specialists, technicians, engineers, you will support the design and development of the avionics communications subsystem destine for lunar missions that will ultimately lead Blue Origin into the forefront of space exploration. You will share in the team’s impact and on all aspects from the initial RF architecture design, key components selection and multiple out-of-this-world simulations and analysis use in critical technical decisions. The avionics communication subsystem includes multiple and various antennas, complex harnesses interconnects, controller electronics, solid state power amplifiers, traveling wave tube amplifiers, and many other components that will support communications through all the mission’s lifecycle. You will also support the team through laboratory Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) test environments, technical trade study and other design engineering activities like radio compatibility, EMI/EMC, radiation, and vibe/shock testing. These responsibilities will require wide application of RF/communications engineering principles and concepts, plus a solid understanding of space environments and their effect on communications systems. You will work under Lunar Transport and use industry known technical standards and processes to produce robust, reliable and space worthy flight units used in human spaceflight. This role also includes sharing lessons learned across the Blue Origin programs to continuously improve how we develop, tests, and land avionics communications subsystems.

You will work directly with NASA and our National Team Partners as part of the Human Landing System (HLS) Sustaining Lunar Development (SLD) program. You will play a key role in developing the Lunar Transportation system that will return humans to the Moon and extend human presence permanently beyond the bounds of Earth.

We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a B.S. degree in electrical engineering
• 5+ years of experience in communication systems or RF testing
• Working knowledge of major RF components used in a communication subsystem (SSPA, LNAs, Transceivers, waveguides, antennas, filters, etc)
• Working knowledge of high-fidelity link budgets using excel, MATLAB, STK or other software
• Familiarity with space rated communication hardware/software and how they integrate
• Familiarity of standards like DVB-S2, CCSDS, RS-422, Spacewire, I2C, etc
• Familiarity with software like HFSS and STK for RF simulations and line of site analysis
• Ability to work effectively in collaborative team environments
• Ability to be self-directed and balance several tasks at one time
• Ability to work from incomplete specifications to drive to completion
• Ability to communicate efficiently with peers and leadership team
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion (This sentence will be standard on EVERY JD)
• “Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Desired:

• 8+ years of satellite communication systems
• Working knowledge of simulation software like HFSS for antenna placement studies, antenna patter simulations, ray tracing simulations, and other RF studies.
• Working knowledge of space environments and the process to space qualify a communication flight unit

“Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles”

Compensation range for on site CO applicants is $117,728-$172,667

Compensation range for on site WA applicants is $128,430-$188,364

Compensation range for on site CA applicants is $128,430-$188,364

Other site ranges may differ

Export Control Regulations

Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For more information on “EEO Is the Law,” please see here and here.

Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Washington Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’s Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com.

Benefits

Employee Benefits include: Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, short and long-term disability and 401(k) with up to 5% company match.

Paid Time Off:  Provides up to 4 weeks per year, in addition to 14 holidays

Discretionary bonus programs

• Manages communication tools such as SharePoint, Electronic Collaboration Network (ECN) sites, library applications and extensive tracking and management information systems for various Directorate and agency-specific operational processes.
• Serves as the focal point for communicating issues affecting and impacting the FDNS mission and other Directorates at both the Headquarters and field level, including those involving national security.
• Recommends appropriate changes to policy and assists in the coordination of liaison activities between Agency components, i.e. ICE and CBP, by creating and employing technical and nontechnical communication sharing solutions.
• Establishes and evaluates subordinates? performance goals by developing Performance Plans and Appraisals (PPA) and managing employees' time, attendance and leave requests.
• Represents the organization in meetings and conferences on subjects within the assigned area and serves as a team lead.

Starting at $99,908 Per Year (GS 14)

We are currently filling one vacancy, but additional vacancies may be filled through this announcement in this or other GSA organizations within the same commuting areas needed.

You will be responsible for the following duties:

• Serves as a national account manager for the National Marketing and Communication Division (NMCD). In this capacity, performs a wide range of consulting, advisory, account management and project management for assigned national and/or worldwide publications.
• Incumbent manages technical communications media projects that impact overall Federal Acquisition Service (FAS) and/or General Services Administration (GSA) marketing strategy.
• Evaluates business line mission relative to budget level and develops a marketing plan that best utilizes available funds.
• As the account manager for marketing communications media clients globally, incumbent develops and nurtures relationships to achieve a customized marketing publications/marketing strategy.
• Organizes and implements targeted audience research to promote suggestions for improvement to issued publications and marketing media.
• Serves as a technical specialist to Agency contracting officials in the solicitation, award and administration processes associated with nationwide publication contract(s), as well as those let for other marcom projects.
• Acts as the ombudsman for all issues for assigned marketing projects.

Starting at $98,496 Per Year (GS 13)

As a Internal Communications Specialist, GS-0301-09, you will perform the following major duties:

• Writes and edits internal communications products for the intranet, print, or digital signage adhering to proper spelling/grammar, readability, punctuation, continuity, and consistency with agency policy and plain language standards.
• Develops engaging and effective internal messaging campaigns for annual recurring events such as special emphasis months, Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey, and Combined Federal Campaign.
• Consults with agency staff to develop customer-focused informational material that informs staff of the agency's policies, programs, services, and activities.
• Works with senior internal communications specialist to research, measure, understand, and improve the intranet user's experience and user adoption of the site.
• Supports the production of internal events, videos and maintenance of internal agency intranet site ensuring fresh content is posted regularly, links are accurate, corrections are made timely and ensure publication of weekly news digest.

Starting at $64,957 Per Year (GS 9)

Responsibilities include assessing the informational needs of both internal and external parties; developing and implementing strategies and tactics to advance the programs and activities of the HOB, disseminating information about these programs; responding to requests and maintaining positive relations with stakeholders and the public; and working with numerous Congressional and governmental organizations.

The selectee will have the lead role for communication planning, strategy and implementation of all HOB-related programs and activities in coordination with the LPA Director and the HOB Superintendent.

MAJOR DUTIES:

Formulates and Implements Communications Strategies

Conceptualizes, plans and executes programs and promotes innovative strategies and techniques to ensure awareness and education; Builds and maintains relationships with customers (including Members of Congress and their Staffs) and other stakeholders, other offices within AOC, Federal agencies, advisory bodies and industry partners; Identifies problems and develops solutions for issues that pertain to public and Congressional communications.

Works in collaboration with AOC LPA to create communications strategies and tactics; Works with the media to publicize programs and services, including developing news releases and media briefings and crafts printed materials; Delivers clear, effective communications and takes responsibility for understanding others.

Devises new and innovative approaches for determining the success of communications initiatives and develops approaches to strengthen future efforts; Analyzes benefits and cost of accomplishing communications work in-house versus contracting and makes recommendations on whether or not to contract; Provides technical requirements and descriptions of the work to be accomplished; Plans and establishes the work schedules, deadlines and standards for acceptable work; Coordinates and integrates contractor work schedules and processes; Decides on the acceptability, rejection or correction of work products or services and similar matters that may affect payment to the contractor.

Acts as the Contracting Officer’s Technical Representative (COTR) for specific communications-related contracts, as assigned; Monitors, reviews and evaluates contractor performance of technical requirements; Manages contracted support, including development of contract specifications, interface with contractors and management of deliverables; Performs market research, price estimates and submittal reviews as needed to develop and implement contracts required to support communication initiatives.

Communication and Information Dissemination

Manages all public relations and other external/internal communications initiatives for the HOB in coordination with LPA; Plans and formulates policies, programs and procedures governing information dissemination functions; Oversees a communications program involving issues that are controversial or of significant interest to Congress, stakeholders and the public; Develops policies and makes recommendations regarding content and means of dissemination of information to enhance understanding of these groups; Independently determines the potential of public information related to highly visible subjects.

Applies a broad and comprehensive knowledge of techniques involved in managing public and Congressional communications to achieve effective relationships between the AOC, Members of Congress and their staff, oversight committee staff, the media and other outside organizations in striving to promote and advance its programs and operations; Advises on reaction to proposed policies and programs; Ensures all communications comply with AOC communications standards and strategic messaging is fully coordinated with LPA.

Integral to the preparation of information for stakeholders, Congressional reports, hearing testimony, information for media organizations and other professional associations and the public. Responsible for writing, editing and assuring quality and consistency in written work by HOB.

Starting at $132,368 Per Year (GS 14)

The PSAS provides comprehensive support to optimize the health and independence of the Veteran services provided within various settings, including the Veterans Integrated Service (VISNs), Inpatient Clinics, Outpatient Clinics and domiciliaries throughout the United States.

This position is approved for remote work.

The incumbent serves as a Communications Coordinator for the VISN 22 Prosthetic Service Line. As the Communications Coordinator, the incumbent is responsible for overseeing and managing communications strategies, develop standardized communication tools, assists in managing, tracking and/or responding to PATS-R and Congressional inquiries, contribute to the development of VISN 22 Prosthetic Service Line internal/external websites/SharePoint sites, organize meetings and presentations, and interact with customers to effectively deliver the organizations
message to internal/external customers, collaborates with the VISN 22 and facility level Public Affairs Officer and the WSNC IMPACT Team.

Must possess excellent writing and editing skills, able to communicate clearly and effectively, and strong time-management skills.

• Report to Prosthetic Program staff and leadership regarding communications related matters
• Write content for both print and web including the company website, blog, brochures, and newsletter.
• Plan and implement a communications strategy
• Organize and direct marketing events
• Recommend techniques to improve/communicate the organization's message/image
• Ensure communications materials meet brand identity strategy
• Assesses and reports on the effectiveness of communication strategies
• Manage and publish results of VISN 22 Prosthetic Program customer/Veteran feedback surveys
• Takes action to deal with customer issues as identified through data analytics, reporting, regular communications, and identify opportunities to improve and/or create plans to correct
• Conducts regular audits to identify potential weaknesses and non-compliance
• Coordinating with internal customers to ensure customer needs are met
• Recommending changes to Prosthetic Program policies and procedures based on feedback received
• Develop VISN level policies and procedures consistent with national/WSNC/VISN policies and procedures
• Establish long and short-term program goals
• Responds to a variety of correspondence i.e. VISN Prosthetic Program
• Managers, Facility Medical Center Directors, PSAS employees, etc.
• Responds to a variety of correspondence i.e. Congressional, PATS-R, JSPR, etc.
• Implements new VISN, WSNC and national guidelines
• Develop tools that allow monitoring of a quality assurance program
• Analyze, review, and evaluate the results of various monitors and databases
• Confers with other health care workers
• Review medical and administrative files of Veterans
• Participate in VISN Prosthetic Program discussions
• Serves as technical advisor and subject matter expert for PSAS
• Represents the department in public relations activities i.e. lectures, town halls, and in-services
• Keep abreast with current issues in the health care industry and technological advancements
• Implement new directives, programs, and policies
• Ensures employee training is provided
• Responsible for the proper application of laws, rules, and regulations
• Communicate and respond orally or in writing with management and/or stakeholders
• Develop proposals, business plans and action plans
• Participates at WSNC/VISN/facility initiatives, intra-agency workgroups and/or committees

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.
Telework: No.
Virtual: This is a virtual position.
Functional Statement #: 000000
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized.
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized.
PCS Appraised Value Offer (AVO): Not authorized.
Financial Disclosure Report: Not required.

Starting at $69,107 Per Year (GS 11)

We are currently filling one vacancy, but additional vacancies may be filled through this announcement in this or other GSA organizations within the same commuting areas needed.

You will be responsible for the following duties:

• Serves as a national account manager for the National Marketing and Communication Division (NMCD). In this capacity, performs a wide range of consulting, advisory, account management and project management for assigned national and/or worldwide publications.
• Incumbent manages technical communications media projects that impact overall Federal Acquisition Service (FAS) and/or General Services Administration (GSA) marketing strategy.
• Evaluates business line mission relative to budget level and develops a marketing plan that best utilizes available funds.
• As the account manager for marketing communications media clients globally, incumbent develops and nurtures relationships to achieve a customized marketing publications/marketing strategy.
• Organizes and implements targeted audience research to promote suggestions for improvement to issued publications and marketing media.
• Serves as a technical specialist to Agency contracting officials in the solicitation, award and administration processes associated with nationwide publication contract(s), as well as those let for other marcom projects.
• Acts as the ombudsman for all issues for assigned marketing projects.

Starting at $98,496 Per Year (GS 13)

As a Internal Communications Specialist, GS-0301-09, you will perform the following major duties:

• Writes and edits internal communications products for the intranet, print, or digital signage adhering to proper spelling/grammar, readability, punctuation, continuity, and consistency with agency policy and plain language standards.
• Develops engaging and effective internal messaging campaigns for annual recurring events such as special emphasis months, Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey, and Combined Federal Campaign.
• Consults with agency staff to develop customer-focused informational material that informs staff of the agency's policies, programs, services, and activities.
• Works with senior internal communications specialist to research, measure, understand, and improve the intranet user's experience and user adoption of the site.
• Supports the production of internal events, videos and maintenance of internal agency intranet site ensuring fresh content is posted regularly, links are accurate, corrections are made timely and ensure publication of weekly news digest.

Starting at $64,957 Per Year (GS 9)

Communications Policy and Planning

Job Category: Consulting

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Top Secret

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 25%

Type of Travel: Continental US

What You’ll Get to Do:

CACI is seeking a Communications Policy and Planning support position to join the team in Tinker AFB, Oklahoma.  Contractor will work on-site for communications technical and communications budgeting policy planning to support the Deputy for Communications (N6), Deputy for Operations (N3), Deputy for Mobility (N9), Deputy Wing Commander and Commodore.  Provide support by observing routine operations, exercises and evaluating communications and operations issues and providing a comprehensive strategic assessment. Provide support by scheduling/attending/ facilitating various working groups as tasked by the command.  Provide support to the command to assess and relate to changing policy environment, organizational effectiveness and differences, diversified threats and evolving technologies that define the task force environment.

More About the Role:

• Attend various Flag / SES level VTC and DCO meetings regarding National and Nuclear Command, Control and Communications (NC3) issues for TG 114.2/SCW-1.
• Attend stakeholder meetings regarding development and planning for future platform, mission systems and infrastructure for TG 114.2/SCW-1.
• Provide support to the N3 and N6 for various meetings and telephone conferences regarding National (NC3) issues.
• Coordinate with Naval Communications and Telecommunications Strategic Communications Unit and Detachments as directed.
• Provide support and coordination to TG 114.2/SCW-1, CNAP N41, OPNAV, JFMCC, NAVSTRAT, USFF, CPF, STRATCOM, NEC, CJCS, and PMA 271 on the Acquisition/Planning Programming Budgeting Execution (PPBE) process as it relates to E-6B and future platform requirements.
• Support development and drafting of TG114.2/SCW-1 DOTmLPF-P artifacts, and produce periodic leadership briefs that provide executive summary, completion status, and any Requests for Information (RFI) or Requests for Action (RFA).
• Provide rapid response turn-around on operational issues that required immediate dissemination to fleet operators.
• Collect and analyze various report data in support of various operational objectives, exercises and assessments.
• Collect analysis and assessment of communications mission systems readiness and sustainment as it relates to E-6B and future platform systems for TG 114.2/SCW-1.
• Prepare, publish and distribute the various periodic reports.
• Schedule attendance for and facilitate various meetings and conferences to include Communications and Information Systems Working Group (CISWG).
• Coordinate with outside stakeholders and facilitate various TG 114.2/SCW-1 campus future platform, mission systems and infrastructure planning and development meetings.
• Provide weekly training in support of TACAMO Weapons School Advanced Readiness Program (ARP).
• Assist in maintaining and updating the SCW-1/N6 Classified Material Access List, and provide assistance and preparation for all classified material inspections, and assist the SCW-1’s Security Manager in maintaining accountability of all classified safes within SCW-1/N6 space in BLDG 830.
• Update SCW-1/TG 114.2/SCW-1 Addressee Indicator Group (AIG) and Collective Address Group (CAD) listings.
• Draft and transmit official messages as required.
• Perform daily, quarterly, annually or as required by the SCW-1 COR, inventories, destruction, and updates of classified material within SCW-1/N6 space in BLDG 830.
• Review enterprise and TG114.2/SCW-1 documents, perform analysis of TG114.2/SCW-1 related equities, and provide change recommendations that ensure TG114.2/SCW-1 achieves compliance of NC3 directives.  Continually review and update the Task Group communications directives.

You’ll Bring These Qualifications:

• Possess a DoD "TOP SECRET" security clearance upon commencing work, and shall obtain a DoD "TOP SECRET", with Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) access clearance within thirty (30) calendar days from the start of the period of performance.
• Recognized master in technical discipline.
• Develops strategic goals and implements strategic initiatives in support of goals.
• Establishes operational plans for job area.
• Develops and implements new products, processes, standards or operational plans that will have impact on the achievement of functional results.
• Significantly improves on existing processes and practices for efficiency and effectiveness.
• Requires communication with executive leadership.
• Typically has a University Degree (BA/BS) or equivalent experience and minimum 10 years of related work experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

What We Can Offer You:

- We’ve been named a Best Place to Work by the Washington Post.

- Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives.

- We offer competitive benefits and learning and development opportunities.

- We are mission-oriented and ever vigilant in aligning our solutions with the nation’s highest priorities.

- For over 60 years, the principles of CACI’s unique, character-based culture have been the driving force behind our success.

 

Company Overview: At CACI, you will have the opportunity to make an immediate impact by providing information solutions and services in support of national security missions and government transformation for Intelligence, Defense, and Federal Civilian customers. CACI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic. 

Year Round

AUTHENTICITY | PASSION | COMMUNITY | INNOVATION | ADVENTURE

Alterra Mountain Company is a family of 16 iconic year-round resorts, the world’s largest heli-skiing operation, and Ikon Pass - the premier ski and snowboard season pass offering access to more than 50 iconic mountain destinations around the world.

Headquartered in Denver, Colorado and born out of a shared love of the mountains and adventure, the company has brought together some of the world’s most aspirational brands, including: Steamboat and Winter Park in Colorado; Palisades Tahoe, Mammoth Mountain, June Mountain, Big Bear Mountain Resort and Snow Valley Mountain Resort in California; Stratton Mountain and Sugarbush Resort in Vermont; Snowshoe Mountain in West Virginia; Tremblant in Quebec and Blue Mountain in Ontario, Canada; Crystal Mountain in Washington; Deer Valley Resort and Solitude Mountain Resort in Utah; and CMH Heli-Skiing & Summer Adventures in British Columbia. Also included in the portfolio is Alpine Aerotech, a worldwide helicopter support and maintenance service center in British Columbia, Canada and Aspenware, the ski industry leader in technology services and e-commerce, and Ski Butlers, the global leader in ski and snowboard rental delivery.

A career with Alterra Mountain Company is more than what you do today; it’s being part of creating a community rooted in the spirit of the mountains, united by a passion for adventure, and celebrating the legendary adventures and enduring memories that mountains bring to everyone.

BESIDES WORKING SOMEWHERE AWESOME, WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Free Ikon Pass for all eligible employees, with additional free skiing + riding privileges across the family of Alterra Mountain Company resorts for all eligible employees and their dependents
• Discounted skiing + riding for friends and family of eligible employees across the family of Alterra Mountain Company Resorts
• Flexible Time Off (FTO) and Paid Time Off (PTO) policies for eligible employees to rest, relax and recharge
• Generous discounts on outdoor gear, apparel, rental cars, etc.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, short term & long-term disability insurance, EAP, HSAs, FSAs, and more
• 401(k) plan with generous company match
• Discounted tuition with partner online university for all Alterra Mountain Company employees to further their education
• Paid parental leave of up to 6 weeks for eligible employees
• Commuter benefits (Denver employees only)
• Flexible/hybrid workplace policy empowering employees to work from home while encouraging regular in-person collaboration in our dog-friendly company headquarters office located in Denver’s RiNo Art District neighborhood

For information on Alterra Mountain Company’s Social Responsibility work including our Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion actions, please see our webpage at www.alterramtnco.com/social-responsibility.  Among other resources, Alterra has Employee Resource Groups to support the BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and people of color), disability, LGBTQIA2S+, and women communities within our workforce.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.

POSITION SUMMARY

As the Internal Communications Manager for Alterra, you will bring your passion for the employee experience to our team, creating and executing strategies focused on amplifying our company values and cultivating a culture of trust, transparency, and engagement.

With your exceptional collaboration skills, you will partner with teams across the enterprise to bring employee stories to life, helping foster a strong sense of belonging and ensuring diverse voices are heard and valued.

As a talented writer, you will develop and deliver compelling content to help create an environment where employees feel informed, inspired, and recognized for their contributions.

Using your tech-savvy and strong organizational skills, you will manage our internal communications platforms and systems, working with our IT teams to ensure our channels are optimized to meet the needs of all employees. 

This role will provide incredible variety and enable you to work strategically and execute with partners across the organization. This is an opportunity to showcase your ability to innovate, communicate, curate, and help drive an employee experience that motivates everyone to do their best work. This position will report to the Chief of Staff and work closely with the Corp Comm and People teams.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Work with the leadership team to establish and implement a company-wide internal communications strategy that ensures that the Alterra vision, mission, and values are infused throughout the employee lifecycle
• Create and manage the internal editorial calendar
• Manage a portfolio of internal communications channels to deliver information across the company, including the employee intranet, social media, newsletters, email, and SMS.
• Partner with the Corporate Communication and People teams, along with business and functional leadership, to create and deliver a consistent on-brand narrative and messages
• Identify, nurture, and develop brand advocates and internal culture champions
• Surface and share stories about employees doing great work and identify candidates for recognition
• Write and edit internal communications, including President & CEO emails, newsletters, presentations, announcements, and intranet content
• Edit, proofread, and deploy executive leadership messages
• Compile monthly leadership talking points on key topics and initiatives
• Collaborate with the Corporate Communications team to provide support, templates, translations, and best practices to all groups sending internal mass communications
• Monitor all communication channels to continuously improve their quality, consistency, and efficacy while ensuring all communications align with our company brand/mission/vision/values
• Storyboard or translate ideas for the creative team of art directors and designers
• Identify, develop, and implement new methods for communicating with employees at all levels
• Measure communication effectiveness, gather feedback, report findings, develop and manage action plans
• Manage employee event logistics, including monthly team briefings, all-hands calls, etc.
• Provide event support and content management for employee offsites, employee focus groups, town halls, and leadership events
• Work with the People team on the engagement survey program, driving participation, analyzing data and trends, and developing and sharing the story it tells
• Provide support to teams running organizational initiatives and projects such as annual planning, surveys, and performance reviews, ensuring they are successfully communicated and drive high participation and adoption

• Ensure internal communication messages are consistent with external communication messages
• Other duties as assigned

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
• 3+ years experience in corporate mass communications, ideally as part of an internal communications team at a large organization
• Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skills
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills
• Strong creative writing skills
• Experience managing corporate communication platforms and tools
• Strong visual design skills and expertise with PowerPoint and Keynote. Photoshop, InDesign, or similar a plus
• Excellent program and project management skills
• Strong speaking and presentation skills
• Effective team player with proven ability to work with senior executives
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across cross-functional groups
• Fluency in English
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to take programs from concept to execution
• Possesses strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks and changing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Comfortable dealing with ambiguity and effortlessly moving between strategic and tactical activities
• Ability to travel

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

• Experience managing an Intranet
• Experience in using video production/editing, print, photography, and digital media in a creative way
• Ability to analyze data and translate it into actionable insights
• Ability to use data to tell stories that prompt action
• Familiarity with email campaign management tools
• Marketing skills and experience
• Knowledge of communication best practices in the areas of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging
• Passion for skiing/snowboarding and or outdoor recreation a plus

The base salary range below represents the low and high end of the Alterra Mtn Co Shared Services Inc. salary range for this position. Actual salaries will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to experience, education, training, location, merit system, quantity or quality of production, responsibilities, and regular and/or necessary travel. The range listed is just one component of Alterra Mtn Co Shared Services Inc.’s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include short-term and long-term incentives and many region-specific benefits.

Denver area base salary range: $85,000 - $128,000 per year

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, talk, see, hear, and operate a computer and other office productivity machinery.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Indoor/Outdoor: While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to harsh and varying outside weather conditions.

Hazardous Materials/Noise: The noise level in the work place is usually moderate.

This job description is not an exhaustive list of all functions and responsibilities that an employee may be required to perform in this position. Alterra Mtn Co Shared Services Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to modify, increase, decrease, suspend, and or eliminate any of the essential duties and/or the position in its entirety.

This job description is not an express or implied contract, guarantee, promise, or covenant of employment for any set term or duration, or for termination only for cause.

Employment with Alterra Mtn Co Shared Services Inc. or any of its affiliates is “at will” meaning either party may terminate the employment relationship at any time with or without cause and with or without notice.

This position is located in Colorado, and the work is primarily in Denver, CO and, as such, employment in this position is subject to the labor and employment laws of the state of Colorado.

Alterra Mtn Co Shared Services Inc. and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and maintain drug-free workplaces. All employees and candidates are reminded that Alterra Mtn Co Shared Services Inc. and its affiliates adhere to all applicable labor and employment laws, and State, County, and City-specific labor and employment regulations, where applicable.