SUMMARY:

We are seeking a Social Media Communications Specialist who will develop social media strategies and tactics as part of overall strategic communications for a government agency; This position will lead the creation of social media content; build social media programs to increase engagement; analyze social media metrics and data reporting.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide input into strategic communications plans, with an emphasis on social media.
• Work closely with key stakeholders in government, industry, and academia to develop targeted messages.
• Create actionable objectives and timelines, and develop and track metrics.
• Develop information, graphics, and publications to facilitate technical and programmatic goals, and to communicate and articulate abstract concepts to support government Science and Technology (S&T) programs.
• Design, create, and transition web page content, graphics and communication materials, and video and animation content in support of agency tasks and programs.
• Identify and utilize the latest IT resources and capabilities to facilitate information retrieval and dissemination.
• Work with and ensure that all material developed and used in connection with the agency’s tasks and programs meets security and strategic communication guidelines and requirements.
• Assist in the planning, facilitation, and execution of agency initiatives, and liaising with other organizations within the DOD S&T community, other Federal Agencies, Academia, Industry and internationally, to include senior military and government personnel.
• Support special studies and technical advisory groups as required to provide recommendations on how to align agency programs with service needs, strategic concepts, and leadership priorities

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education, training and work experience.
• 5+ years of demonstrated professional experience in social media, public relations, or communications.
• In-depth knowledge of social media platforms and their respective participants/audiences, and how each can be deployed in different scenarios.
• Demonstrated ability to map out a social media strategy and drive the strategy to build an engaged online community.
• Demonstrated ability to integrate social media programs into overall communications and marketing objectives, activities, and plans.
• Demonstrated success in measuring, reporting and analyzing program results using metrics tools.
• Team player, with the confidence to effectively take the lead and guide other stakeholders when necessary.
• Knowledge of content management and customer relationship management systems.
• Strong understanding of communications, marketing, and social networking.
• Strong organization skills.
• Strong copywriting/editing skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to think creatively and communicate ideas to others.

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Knowledge and experience with DoD Science and Technology (S&T) policy, priorities, and programs.

• Job Location:     Arlington, VA
• Job Type:            Full-Time
• Clearance:          Active SECRET clearance
• Pay:                     Up to $90K/yr. (Depends on Experience)