Graphic Design Specialist

MUST BE US CITIZEN AND CLEARABLE
ACTIVE SECRET CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION

Do you want to perform work that is impactful to millions of Americans and has a broader global impact? Are you a service minded team player who works towards creating solutions for the greater good?

We Empower You to Serve!

SRE delivers organizational transformation services to the federal government through strategy, people, leadership development, coaching, facilitation, and organizational change management. We underpin this with project management, business process improvement, and use technology as an enabler.

Our mission is to serve our country, our communities, and our employees. Our vision is to make a positive impact on the world by leaving it better off when we leave than when we came. We are seeking professional consultants who share in our mission of service, our vision of leaving the world a better place, and are committed to our values of Integrity, Quality, and Performance. 

After reviewing the position description, if you feel you are a fit for our organization and possess the required qualifications, we invite you to apply:

The Graphic Design Specialist will assist in supporting the mission of the Aviation Center of  Excellence (AVCOE) G5, training brigades, and Capability Development and Integration Directorate (CDID) by providing analysis, assessment, coordination, and support for functions related to Doctrine, Organization, Training, Materiel, Leadership and Education, Personnel,  Facilities, and Policy (DOTMLPF-P) to enhance analysis, assessment, coordination, integration, synchronization, interconnectivity, and program development between AVCOE and the relevant Community of Practice (CoP). This position requires a diverse skill set, including graphic design, photo editing, and presentation creation with rich informative graphics. The ideal candidate will possess strong consulting, analytical, and communication skills (verbal, visual, and written). The candidate will create impactful deliverables and must be comfortable working with stakeholders at all levels of the organization. Must have a portfolio of work.

Please note: Candidates must already reside within a commutable distance to Fort Rucker, AL, or be willing to relocate at their own expense prior to the start date, as this position requires regular on-site support.

ACTIVE SECRET CLEARANCE REQUIRED.

Duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Assist in the development and execution of communication strategies, campaigns, and products
• Capture, analyze, and document customer requirements
• Collaborate with various stakeholders to conceptualize and execute designs
• Conceptualize and design engaging graphics for presentations
• Create infographics, charts, and graphs
• Provide meeting support (for example, agendas and readaheads, printing, coordination, and notetaking), as needed, to capture requirements and obtain customer feedback
• Coordinate with AVCOE Directorates, Brigade Commanders, Army Capability Managers (ACMs), Program Executive Office Aviation (PEO Aviation), and Program Managers (PM) at the various Aviation Program Offices to assist in the synchronization and updating of the Aviation Enterprise Common Operating Picture
• Develop executive (2-star level and above) briefings, speeches, and articles relating to Army Aviation Operations, Training, Doctrine and Program Management within the US Army Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC)
• Prepare detailed reports, information papers, executive summaries, presentations, hand-out materials, results, conclusions, recommendations
• Effectively use processes, such as the Aviation Enterprise Synchronization Model, to interface with the AVCOE Commanding General, and Senior Leaders in Headquarters Department of the Army (HQDA), TRADOC, U.S. Forces Command (FORSCOM), Aviation and Missile Command (AMCOM), Army Materiel Command, (AMC), Capability Development Integration Directorate (CDID), US Army Special Operations Aviation Command (USASOAC) and Technology Applications Program Office (TAPO)
• Collaborates with Senior Leaders, Agencies, and Action Officers throughout the Aviation Enterprise
• Coordinate and synchronize efforts across the Aviation Enterprise with Army Staff, AMCOM, PEO Aviation, USASOAC, and CDID

Required Qualifications (Education, Skills, Experience):

• BA/BS degree required
• A minimum of 5 years of related experience
• Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines in a high-intensity, mission-oriented environment
• Strong interpersonal, consultative, analytical, organizational, and strategic planning skills
• Excellent written, verbal, and visual communication skills
• Skilled in developing high-quality communications products tailored to senior-level audiences
• Experience creating executive-level briefings, speeches, and articles for 2-star leadership and above
• Knowledge of Army Aviation operations, culture, and DOTMLPF-P assessments
• Familiarity with Aviation Transformation and the future of the Aviation Branch
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate across functional teams and stakeholder groups
• Sound technical judgment, attention to detail, and ability to adapt to mission-critical requests
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Teams, Visio, SharePoint)
• Advanced experience with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Captivate, After Effects, Premiere Pro, Audition, Dreamweaver, Spark) and related graphics/video tools
• In-depth understanding of acquisition systems assigned to the Aviation portfolio
• Professional, proactive, and ethical with a positive, team-oriented mindset

Preferred Qualifications:

• MA/MS degree a plus
• U.S. Army or Army Aviation experience strongly preferred

Clearance Requirements: 

• Active Secret clearance required

Work Environment: 

The primary work location of this position is on-site at Ft. Rucker, Alabama (AL). All applicants must be within a travelable distance to the work location. 

Compensation:

The estimated salary range for this position is estimated to be $50,000 - $60,000/year. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. SRE considers a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. Additionally, SRE adheres to all state and federal requirements regarding salary to ensure compliance with applicable labor laws. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of SRE’s total compensation package for employees.

EEO Commitment:

SRE employees and applicants for employment are covered by federal laws designed to safeguard employees and job applicants from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors. These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring, appraisal systems, promotions, training, pay equity, and career development programs. Consistent with these obligations, SRE also provides reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs, observances, and practices.