Overview:

FedWriters is building a team to support corporate communications, public affairs, visual information, and technical library support for ongoing initiatives supporting the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD). As a Senior Communication Specialist, you will provide comprehensive communication support for public relations, media relations, and community engagement programs. FedWriters is expanding rapidly and has been recognized as a 2024 Top Workplace by the Washington Post, offering excellent growth opportunities in a collaborative environment.

This position will work onsite at the Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division in Dahlgren, VA. 

Responsibilities:

Conduct research, interviews, and write/edit articles, feature stories, news releases, and statements, supporting communication initiatives for events like the Surface Navy Association Symposium and the annual Sea Air Space Exposition

Support employee communication programs and products, ensuring clear and effective internal communication

Manage media relations and community relations programs, enhancing NSWCDD's public presence and engagement

Provide photography support and develop digital signage content to augment existing staff efforts in delivering impactful communication messages

Qualifications:

Must possess an active Secret clearance

Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Public Relations, or Marketing, and 4 years of related experience, or 10 years of experience in public relations, public affairs, or journalism

Proficiency in Newport Enterprise Realtime Development Server (NERDS) is desired

Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud, AVS Video Converter (or other similar apps such as HandBrake, Avdemux, Freemake Video Converter, Format Factory, VirtualDub), and screen capture software

Proficiency using Microsoft Offie Suite

Proven ability to support employee communication programs and products, media relations programs, community relations, special events, and provide photography support

Why Join Our Team:

At FedWriters, we place the highest importance on creating an exceptional employee experience. As part of our rapidly growing company, you'll have opportunities to achieve your career aspirations through internal promotions, professional development, and other recognition and rewards programs. Join our team and take advantage of the many benefits we offer, including:

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Plan

Vacation Pay

Paid Time Off

Pay Range (Compensation will be determined based on the candidate's skills, qualifications, experience, and other relevant factors):

$ 85,000.00 - $ (phone number removed) /Yr.