Los Alamos National Laboratory Hiring for Communications Specialist 1/2 at Los Alamos, New Mexico Full Time

What You Will Do

This position will be filled at either the Communications Specialist 1/2 level, depending on the skills and experience of the selected candidate. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if the candidate is hired at the higher level.

Are you a strategic and savvy communicator looking for the perfect opportunity to display your talents? Do you want to be part of a world-class research and development institution solving some of the nation’s toughest national security challenges? Do you have a particular interest or background in museums, schools or libraries, STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) education, or for a tourism or visitors’ bureau? If the answer to these questions is “yes” then we invite you to learn more about our opening for a communications position to support Los Alamos National Laboratory’s Bradbury Science Museum.

Communications Specialist 1 ($59,500 – $93,100)

Our Communications Specialists further the Laboratory’s mission by delivering strategic communications designed to inform, engage, and inspire. Your mission will be to provide communications counsel, plan and execute communications products – including website content and newsletter articles – and help facilitate fun, engaging, and educational events that showcase the Bradbury, the Lab’s cutting-edge science, and our fascinating researchers and history. The Bradbury’s audience ranges from children and adults who live in Los Alamos and Northern New Mexico to visitors from around the world. This is an amazing opportunity to do something great and leave your mark!

Communications Specialist 2 ($72,800 – $115,500)

In addition to the duties outlined above, the Communications Specialist 2 will be expected to coordinate and lead projects or initiatives, and coach or mentor more junior team members. In this role, you will be expected to develop and maintain strategic partnerships with key customers and stakeholders to help them achieve their communication goals. As a level 2, you will identify and help develop new outlets, digital platforms, and techniques for reaching key audiences. The minimum requirements to be hired at this level include a bachelor’s degree in English, journalism, communications, or another relevant field, and at least five years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements:

Demonstrated Writing Ability

You must have a track record of producing quality written work under deadline – with some guidance – that shows off your creativity, attention to detail and good judgment.

Collaboration & Customer service

You must be a strong listener and collaborator who is able to work gracefully with people of all backgrounds and interests and provide excellent customer service.

Additional Job Requirements for Communications Specialist 2:

In addition to the requirements outlined above, qualification at the higher level requires:

Communications Planning and Execution

Communications experience that demonstrates excellent judgment, ability to meet deadlines, and comfort writing and/or editing content on a variety of topics and creating products ranging from news and features stories to web content and newsletters.

Audience-Centered Communication

You must have a proven ability to communicate technical information in meaningful ways to diverse audiences (gender, age, experience, background, etc.)

Education/Experience at lower level: You will need a bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or related field and a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.

Education/Experience at higher level: You will need a bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or related field and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.

Desired Qualifications:

Event planning

Experience helping facilitate public meetings and public events would be a plus.

Specialized experience

Experience working in or volunteering with museums, schools, or libraries, or for a tourism or visitors’ bureau is a bonus.

Web-Based & Multimedia Content

It is a plus if you have experience creating multimedia content (photos, podcast, video, and infographics) for web-based stories and basic familiarity with a web-based content management system.

Social media and marketing

Experience writing for multiple social media platforms, especially with social media marketing would be helpful in this position.

Location:

This position will be in Los Alamos, NM with the potential for a hybrid work arrangement (partially onsite/partially offsite) from a location within 2 hours ground commute of this location.

COVID Vaccine :

The COVID vaccine is mandatory for all Laboratory employees, on-site contractors, and on-site subcontractors unless granted an accommodation under applicable state or federal law. This requirement will apply to those working on-site, those teleworking, and all new hires.

Position commitment: Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is a 1 year.

Note to Applicants:

Please attach your resume, a cover letter that addresses how you meet each of the requirements of this position, and three work samples that demonstrate your abilities as a professional communicator.

No applicant is expected to have all the desired qualifications, and anyone who meets the minimum requirements is encouraged to apply.

Applicants may be asked to take a writing and editing test as part of the selection process.

Where You Will Work

Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:

• PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network

• Dental and vision insurance

• Free basic life and disability insurance

• Paid childbirth and parental leave

• Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)

• Learning opportunities and tuition assistance

• Flexible schedules and time off (paid sick, vacation, and holidays)

• Onsite gyms and wellness programs

• Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)

Additional Details

Directive 206.2 – Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2 . Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.

Clearance: Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements

• for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance which requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon position, additional authorization to access nuclear weapons information may be required that may or may not be available to dual citizens depending upon the circumstances.

• Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. SeeDOE Order 472.2 for additional information.

New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.

Regular position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.

Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to PolicyPolicy P701for applicant eligibility requirements.

Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation or preference, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to [email protected] or call 1-505-665-4444 option 1. Employment Status

Full Time

Appointment Type

Regular

Regular

Contact Details
Contact Name Mondragon, Kimberly (Kim)
Email [email protected]
Work Telephone 505-551-4409
Vacancy Name: IRC114631
Organization Name CEA-PA/PUBLIC AFFAIRS
Minimum Salary
Maximum Salary
Req ID: IRC114631
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