NOA1411 - Environmental Communications Specialist

IMPORTANT:  This Advertiser has requested that applicants MUST be National Residents / Valid Work Permit-holders.  Other applicants need not apply.

 

I.M. Systems Group, Inc. (IMSG) (www.imsg.com), a  Federal Government Contractor located in Rockville, Maryland is currently seeking to hire an Environmental Communications Specialist to provide outreach and communications support to NOAA’s Office of Response and Restoration’s (http://response.restoration.noaa.gov/) Assessment and Restoration Division (ARD). ARD’s mission is to protect and restore coastal and marine resources injured by the release of oil or hazardous substances or direct physical impacts such as vessel groundings. This full-time position will be located in Silver Spring, Maryland.  Routine domestic travel of approximately 15% will be required. 

Job Duties:

• Supports the Assessment and Restoration Division (ARD) with outreach and communications tasks, including the Damage Assessment, Remediation, and Restoration Program (DARRP) and the Spatial Data Branch geographic information tools.
• Build and maintain relationships and effective communications within NOAA and with other government agencies, private groups and not-for-profit organizations.
• Provide clear, concise and rapid responses to information requested from NOAA, the Administration, Congress and external parties.
• Assist with development and dissemination of environmentally focused outreach materials such as brochures, fact sheets, presentations.
• Assist with maintenance and content development support for the DARRP Website and affiliated web 2.0 products including social media tools, blogs, podcasts, videos, etc.
• Identify and develop opportunities to highlight accomplishments.
• Help respond to and coordinate media inquiries.
• Coordinate, facilitate and track public events and other activities.
• Prepare briefing packets, press releases, and reports.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree (communications, public administration) with environmental experience, or Bachelor’s degree in an environmental field of study with communications/outreach experience.
• Excellent written and oral communications, synthesis, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of individuals, within teams, and build partnerships.
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and effectively.
• Proven ability to shift priorities and assignments rapidly.
• Strong computer skills: proven design experience and/or familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite and past experience with Wordpress and/or other content management systems.  GIS, graphical, and video editing skills a plus.
• Prior experience working with congress, NGOs, or government agencies a plus.
• Ability to travel routinely on multi-day trips.

To Apply:

Please submit your resume, the contact information for three (3) references, your salary requirements and a cover letter explaining how your qualifications meet the requirements of the position to jobs@imsg.com with the following subject line: NOA1411 – Environmental Communications Specialist.  Your application will not be considered unless it is sent to the above mentioned email.

IMSG offers an outstanding benefits package including company paid medical benefits and three weeks paid time off.