Communications Associate

Aptive Resources is seeking a Communications Specialist supporting the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA). This candidate will serve as part of a team providing support in public relations, stakeholder engagement, workforce messaging, and agency branding, recruitment, and marketing support to DCSA in their efforts to build and maintain a successful talent sourcing strategy and provide technical assistance and guidance for agencies on proactively targeting a diverse workforce.

The candidate must have strong writing, communication and organizational skills. Experience developing and delivering compelling, informative and well-written communication products is a requirement. The ideal candidate is a self-starter, proactive problem-solver and action-oriented team player with previous experience translating complex information into plain language. He/she must be committed to providing superior service and have a positive and flexible attitude. Candidate must thrive in a high pressure, fast paced, executive-level environment and communicate effectively within a multi-disciplinary team. Experience supporting large-scale federal agencies and/or developing products for congressional engagement is preferred.

This position is remote with occasional in-person client meetings in the D.C. metro area. Normal operating hours are 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. EST Monday through Friday, excluding Federal holidays.

Primary Responsibilities

• Contribute to communications program area and develop products in support of the communication strategy.
• Research, write, edit and coordinate a broad range of communications/outreach materials (e.g., articles, one-pagers, media pitches, outreach scripts, social media posts, video scripts, website content) under strict deadlines.
• Provide subject matter expertise in communications and outreach.
• Develop and implement communications and outreach plans.
• Participating as a member of a cross-functional team, delivering high-quality products on schedule.
• Gather, analyze and interpret information and data from various sources to use across content.
• Attend meetings and engage with clients on a regular basis.
• Develop content in compliance with AP style and other guidelines.
• Apply consistent formatting and style throughout documents and contract deliverables.
• Assist in developing monthly and annual reports.
• Monitor effectiveness of communications.
• Cultivate positive, trusting and cooperative working relationships with all persons supporting the work, including government employees, team members, and other vendors.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree (English, Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Business, Marketing or relevant equivalent).
• 3+ years of experience in writing, strategic communications, outreach, public relations and strategic partnership development.
• Excellent writing and editing skills, including familiarity with AP style. Possess the ability to rapidly adapt to specific organizational style conventions.
• Ability to deliver clear, compelling written and verbal communications.
• Expert knowledge of the use of digital means to connect and engage.
• Exceptional people skills with the ability to collaborate across teams, clients, personalities and styles.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with diverse stakeholders and facilitate productive discussions.
• Ability to juggle multiple tasks, work with limited supervision and produce high-quality results under tight deadlines.
• Strong understanding and grasp of plain language writing standards.
• Ability to communicate thoughts, ideas and solutions logically – written, graphically and orally.
• Authorized to work in the U.S.
• Communications portfolio may be requested during interview process.
  
  

Desired Qualifications

• Proven expertise in strategic communications, public relations, public affairs, research, writing and editing.
• Experience developing communications for large federal agencies or for congressional engagement.
• Proficiency in organizing, communicating information and participating in meetings with c-suite level stakeholders.
• Ability to juggle assignments and make sound decisions in a fast-paced work environment.
• Positive and energetic attitude with a strong desire to meet goals and maintain commitments.
• Self-starter with a drive to accomplish tasks.
• High attention to detail.
• Knowledge of the principles and techniques of written, oral and visual communication to speak and write with clarity and tact at the executive level.
• Experience communicating detailed and technical concepts to a diverse audience.
  
  

About Aptive

Aptive is a modern federal consulting firm focused on human experience, digital services, and business transformation. We harness creativity, technology, and culture to connect people and systems to impact the world. We’re advisors, strategists, and engineers focused on people, above all else.

We believe in generating success collaboratively, leaving client organizations stronger after every engagement and building trust for the next big challenge. Our work inspires people, fuels change and makes an impact. Join our team to be part of positive change in your community and our nation.

EEO Statement

Aptive is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, parental status, veteran status, age, disability, or any other protected class.

Veterans, members of the Reserve and National Guard, and transitioning active-duty service members are highly encouraged to apply.