Strategic Communications Specialist (Part - Time)

Responsibilities

• Work approximately 20 hours per week supporting the internal and external communications of a federal R&D program based in Boulder, CO.
• Write and edit a high volume of communication content across multiple formats, including technical articles, social media content, internal communications, internal portal content and stakeholder-facing materials, in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Translate complex technical content into clear, plain language for a range of audiences.
• Research complex scientific and emerging technology topics by reviewing technical publications, research papers, and other source materials to develop accurate, accessible communications content in collaboration with subject matter experts.
• Develop and implement strategic communication plans that align with client objectives and Corner Alliance methodology.
• Utilize data analysis and stakeholder input to inform communication strategies and tactics.
• Copyedit documents, including transforming passive voice to active voice, and translating complex technical content into plain language, conducting copyediting and copywriting tasks as needed.
• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to measure the effectiveness of communication efforts.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior communication team members, fostering their professional growth and development.
• Provide constructive feedback and guidance to team members for continuous improvement in communication skills.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of related experience in government outreach/strategic communications, preferably in the STEM domain.
• Experience developing, finalizing, and implementing a comprehensive outreach/strategic communications plan while managing multiple tasks to move milestones forward.
• Comfortable with developing written editorial and social media content related to advanced telecommunications and electrical engineering concepts including but not limited to public safety, 6G communications, automation and machine learning, spectrum science, quantum, non-terrestrial networks, and metrology.
• Proficiency in developing, tracking, and presenting engagement metrics, encompassing social media, website traffic, and broader stakeholder involvement efforts.
• Experience coordinating the development of marketing materials and managing speaking engagements, webinars, conferences, social media, and publications to enhance outreach presence.
• Direct experience working on a day-to-day (face-to-face) basis providing advice to clients and/or senior officials.
• Commitment to professional development and staying abreast of industry trends and innovations.

Preferred

• Don’t think you have everything for this role but are still very interested? Please don’t hold back from applying because you may not have it all. You can learn and grow with us. We're looking for someone who is coachable, unflappable in navigating challenges, resourceful in learning new skills, innovative in challenging the status quo, excellent in writing, analytical in thinking, skilled in prioritization, and a rapport builder with clients and colleagues.

Benefits

• Corner Alliance offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package for full-time employees including 401k matching (4%), PTO (3 weeks to start, 4 weeks (2-5 years) and 5 weeks (5 years+)), health, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, FSA accounts, 4 weeks of paid parental leave, 11 paid holidays (including your birthday off), fitness & cell phone reimbursements, monthly all hands update meetings, annual in-person all hands team building day and evening out, regular check-ins for professional growth goals, semi-monthly one on one performance manager meetings, a social team that coordinates monthly events, use of technology like Slack to keep us connected and collaborative, and overall, a company culture dedicated to a highly engaged team.