Responsibilities

• Manage and optimize content across all major social media platforms to ensure branding and audience engagement.
• Capture high-quality photos and shoot videos during events and departmental activities.
• Edit videos using Adobe Creative Suite for polished social content.
• Design eye-catching graphics using Photoshop, Illustrator, or Canva.
• Collaborate to plan and maintain the content calendar, schedule posts, and analyze performance.
• Monitor trends, respond to interactions, and provide real-time support during crises.
• Assist in strategies to grow followers and engagement within security guidelines.
• Analyze data to identify trends and inform future strategies.
• Stay informed about current events to ensure relevant messaging.
• Work with public affairs and leadership to ensure consistent messaging.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, or related field (or equivalent).
• Proven expertise with current social platforms and analytics tools (e.g., Hootsuite, Sprout Social).
• Photography and videography proficiency with professional cameras and equipment.
• Advanced video editing skills with Adobe Premiere Pro and other Adobe tools.
• Experience creating social media graphics and visual content.
• Strong organizational skills for content calendar planning.
• Ability to work in a secure, government environment; U.S. citizenship and eligibility for Public Trust clearance.

Preferred

• 5+ years of social media management experience in marketing, public affairs, or government settings.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to thrive under pressure and adapt to changing priorities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Passion for public service and mission-driven federal initiatives.
• Creativity and innovation in developing engaging social content.
• Adaptability and willingness to learn new technologies and platforms.
• Experience with crisis communications and cross-functional collaboration.
• Strong storytelling skills in digital formats.