Outreach and 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 (www.imsg.com), a contractor to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration in Silver Spring, MD, seeks an individual to serve as a full time Outreach and Communications Specialist to coordinate and promote the Marine Debris Program’s activities.  This individual will work with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) Office of Response and Restoration’s (ORR - http://response.restoration.noaa.gov/) Marine Debris Division (MDD -http://marinedebris.noaa.gov/).  The position will be located at the ORR headquarters in Silver Spring, Maryland.

The candidate will serve as an Outreach and Communication Specialist for marine debris-related matters, supporting activities under the NOAA Marine Debris Division.  Duties will also focus on program coordination and development through media relations and outreach materials. Limited domestic travel may be required.

Job Duties:

• Assist with development and disseminate outreach materials such as brochures, fact sheets, presentations, as well as prepare briefing packets and press releases as needed;
• Assist with communication efforts related to marine debris response efforts related to the natural disasters;
• Assist with maintenance and content development support for the Web site and affiliated web 2.0 products including social media tools and blogs;
• Build and maintain relationships and effective communications within NOAA and with other government agencies, private groups and not-for-profit organizations to leverage information and identify opportunities for collaboration;
• Provide clear and concise responses to information requested from NOAA, the Administration, Congress and external partners;
• Fulfill timely communications-related requests from the Marine Debris Division Chief ;
• Present information about the Marine Debris Division at meetings, and outreach events as needed; and
• Work with field staff to identify and support local communications needs.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree or Bachelor’s degree with several years experience in a communications/outreach capacity. 
• Excellent written and oral communications skills.
• Familiarity with a variety of communication strategies and methods such as developing written materials/briefings, press releases, Web site development, brochure development, layouts, etc.
• Prior experience in the federal government or familiarity with the federal and/or legislative system/processes . 
• Ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of individuals and within teams representing different constituencies.
• Ability to work on multiple projects and shift priorities as needed.

To Apply:

Please send your cover letter, salary requirements, three references, resume, and some outreach product examples tojobs@imsg.com with the following subject heading:  NOA12001 – Outreach & Communications Specialist.  Along with your resume submission please include references and some outreach product examples.