Program Management-Public Relations Support Services

Ocean Associates, Inc. (OAI) is seeking two candidates to assist the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Office of Communications. This office is primarily responsible for effectively communicating NOAA efforts through proactive communication of its scientific research results and NOAA’s top objective is coordinating strategic communications on a national level. On a day-to-day basis, the office provides strategic communications expertise and advice to agency leadership and staff.

OAI supplies personnel support services on contract to government and industry clients. This is a full-time position based on 40 hrs/week with generous employee benefits. Hourly rate is commensurate with experience. The positions need to be filled as soon as possible.

DUTIES:

The employees will assist with strategically communicating and supporting NOAA’s core missions.

Tasks will include:

• Create public relations communications products (news releases, fact sheets).
• Develop non-technical content for the web using science writing expertise and journalistic style that is easily understood by a non-technical audience.
• Develop communications plans and campaign targeting specific audiences.
• Produce presentations to help managers and scientists convey complex information to non-technical audiences,
• Develop digital content strategies that will contribute to multiple blog posts, articles, and national social media platforms.
• Help organize and run stakeholder meetings, both live and virtual engagements, for specific initiatives across the agency.
• Develop graphics and illustrations, such as infographics, that enhance digital and print communications, such as engaging news releases, fact sheets, online media, and presentations. Create infographics to tell stories visually and convey complicated/detailed information, particularly data.
• Identify critical media and press opportunities to promote the organization's initiatives, products, and services.
• Collaborate with internal teams to gather information and ensure accurate representation of the organization's activities.
• Ensure all communication materials adhere to the organization's brand guidelines and messaging.
• Monitor communication initiatives, gathering relevant metrics and data.
• Prepare regular reports on the effectiveness of public relations efforts and suggest improvements based on analysis.
• Activities require partnering with the creative team to determine the overall creative message that is brand consistent.

Start Date: ASAP

Location: Work may be performed remotely, with on-site assistance at the NOAA Headquarters address if required. Reimbursement of home office expenses (e.g. phone, computer, internet, and electricity) will not be authorized.

Salary and Benefits: This is a full-time position with benefits. Salary: $35.00 to $41.00 per hour. In case of a catastrophic event, weekend work may be required.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor of Science or Arts degree with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience with up to 10 years total relevant experience.
• Experience managing and supporting the implementation of client objectives, requirements, and programs. Support activities may include strategy development and communications that include public relations, news conferences, digital content creation, social media, and other outreach activities.
• Experience researching, conceptualizing, writing, proofreading, and editing original content and digital experiences about scientific topics.
• Experience managing overall communications, strategic direction, and guidance for implementing client objectives, requirements, and programs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively both individually and collaboratively in a team/group setting.
• Ability to receive constructive feedback and implement appropriate action.

Only qualified applicants that meet minimum experience or background requirements stated above need apply. When applying for this position you will be asked to upload your resume at the end of this online application.

Applicants should submit a resume that includes the following:

• Cover letter that briefly describes how you meet the required and preferred qualifications listed.
• Work history for past 10 years or since last full-time education.
• Education.
• Previous experience or training with similar requirements.
• Three professional references.
• Include your name in the document file name.
• Upload your resume in readable, not scanned, PDF or Word format (PDF is preferred).