We are looking for an ambitious and energetic Communications Specialist to join our team! As a Communication Specialist at SC&A, you will be responsible for promoting a positive public image of our company and our clients. If you are an enthusiastic, outgoing and energetic person who loves creative writing, public speaking, and story telling, and can weave compelling stories out of descriptions of technical work, we would love to meet with you!

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Create effective communication strategies
• Coordinate external and internal communications flow (memos, newsletters, blogs, etc.)
• Design sketches of mass media announcements
• Write content for SC&A’s external website and intranet
• Plan events, seminars, and press conferences
• Develop press releases and manage media inquiries and arrange interviews, statements, etc. as needed
• Build long-term relationships with influencers and key stakeholders
• Collaborate with practice leads and corporate leadership to develop content for marketing and external distribution
• Serve as a facilitator and provide solutions for peaceful resolution of disputes

Requirements:

• Previous working experience as a communications specialist for 1-3 years
• Experience and knowledge in copywriting, proofreading and editing
• Excellent portfolio with a proven track record of successful project management examples
• Photo and video-editing skills
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills
• Outstanding organizational and time-management skills
• Experience in web design and content production is a big plus
• Bachelor’s degree in public relations, communications or similar relevant field required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent sales and customer service skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, SharePoint, and Adobe Acrobat
• This position may support federal contracts and the incumbent will be expected to pass background suitability screening by SC&A and our government clients. US citizenship or permanent residency is required.

Salary Range:

$50,000 – $80,000 commensurate with education and experience.

About SC&A:

SC&A is a small business focused on energy and environmental consulting to federal, state, and local government agencies and the private sector. Our background includes radiological and nuclear safety and security, climate adaptation, air quality, and emergency management and preparedness. SC&A has offices in Arlington, VA; Chapel Hill, NC; and Germantown, MD. The position could be based in any of these locations or could be based anywhere in the United States and work remotely.

Unless prohibited by state law, SC&A, Inc. requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Newly hired employees must be fully vaccinated prior to their employment start date. SC&A, Inc. will provide reasonable accommodation to those with a medical condition, disability or a sincerely held religious belief that prevents them from receiving a vaccine so long as it does not create an undue hardship for SC&A, Inc. and/or does not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of the employee or others in the workplace.

SC&A does not accept third-party applications or agency inquiries. Phone calls are not accepted for any position. Job descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts. SC&A maintains its status as an at-will employer. Employees can be terminated for any reason not prohibited by law. Candidates are required to pass a background screening prior to employment.

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