Strategic Communications Consultant

Job Description

ProSidian Seeks a Administrative Support Strategic Communications Consultant (PACE2) [Key Personnel | Program Manager - Non-Exempt 874-1 Consultant] located: CONUS - Washington, DC 

JOB OVERVIEW

The Strategic Communications Consultant will play a pivotal role in providing executive-level strategic communications services to the Department of the Navy (DON) Office of the General Counsel (OGC). The Strategic Communications Consultant can be located in Washington, DC, or the surrounding area (can also telework using the DON’s FlankSpeed communications and productivity environment). This position involves collaborating closely with OGC leadership, subject matter experts, and content owners to develop and execute strategic communication initiatives. The consultant will support the OGC's communication program, policies, and engagement efforts with internal and external stakeholders, including the Department of Defense (DoD) public affairs officials and the broader public. Leveraging best practices in oral, visual, and written communications, the consultant will enhance the DON OGC's public web presence and social media engagement while continuously seeking innovative ways to reach diverse audiences. Applicants may maintain access to a designated classified material storage area and have intermittent authorization to handle Secret/NOFORN materials which requires Secret/NOFORN clearance.

Strategic Communications Consultant:  Provide professional services classified as Strategic Communications Support to perform executive-level strategic communications services for the Department of the Navy (DON) Office of the General Counsel (OGC) and participate in initiatives to perform management support utilizing 360-degree assessments and provide individualized feedback for OGC personnel.  Work as part of a Two (02) Person team, with one performing the required strategic communications support and one who will perform the required administrative assistant support.

The Department of the Navy (DON) Office of the General Counsel (OGC) comprises more than 1,100 attorneys and professional support staff dispersed across 140 offices worldwide to provide legal advice to Navy and Marine Corps officials.  These officials include the Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV), the Under Secretary of the Navy, the Assistant Secretaries of the Navy and their staffs, and the multiple components of the DON, including the Navy and the Marine Corps.  The DON OGC senior leadership is comprised of the General Counsel of the Navy (GC), the Principal Deputy General Counsel (PDGC), and the DGC.

The ProSidian Engagement Team shall provide executive-level strategic communications, administrative, and management support services for the Department of the Navy Office of the General Counsel, including its strategic communications program, legal executive administrative support, and talent management support.  The Strategic Communications Consultant WILL REQUIRE ACCESS TO Work in a space designated for classified material storage and may occasionally access Secret/NOFORN materials.

The Strategic Communications Consultant shall have worked in the following capacity:  Experience in a legal setting and a strong understanding of attorney-client privilege and may have worked in/with several professional job titles as follows:

Attorney: have a law degree (JD) and are licensed to practice law; Paralegal: assist attorneys in various legal tasks, such as research, document preparation, and client communication; Legal Consultant: Legal consultants provide expert advice and guidance to law firms or businesses on legal matters, including issues related to attorney-client privilege; Compliance Officer: Compliance officers ensure that organizations adhere to relevant laws and regulations; Legal Risk Manager: Legal risk managers assess and manage legal risks within an organization; Privacy Officer: In industries where privacy regulations are critical, such as healthcare or finance, privacy officers are responsible for ensuring that sensitive information, including attorney-client privileged communications, is protected in compliance with applicable laws; Records Manager: Records managers oversee the organization and retention of legal documents; Legal Technology Specialist: With the increasing use of technology in the legal field, specialists in legal technology focus on managing and implementing software and systems; Ethics and Compliance Officer: These professionals work to ensure that a company or organization's activities are conducted in an ethical and legal manner; In-House Counsel: If you have a law degree and want to work directly for a corporation, you can pursue a position as in-house counsel.

The primary role of the strategic communications consultant involves developing and implementing internal and external communications strategies and plans and the analysis of stakeholder needs. Strategic communications consultants make recommendations for message and information development, selection of communication methods, and scheduling of messages. They develop messages based on the target audience.

They research, write, edit, and publish communications products. This can include print, web, electronic, and briefings. Also, they develop new communication methods to reach target audiences. Additionally, they oversee the activities of graphic designers, briefing developers, photographers, illustrators, and other related staff.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Support and advise DON OGC executive-level management, subject-matter-experts (SMEs), and content owners in strategic communications, speechwriting, and public affairs.
• Develop, coordinate, monitor, and analyze communications with various audiences, focusing primarily on external stakeholders ranging from the DON to the public.
• Assist in engagement with DoD public affairs officials, including media relations and Congressional communications.
• Manage multiple social media accounts and enhance DON OGC's public web presence.
• Propose and implement innovative communication methods to effectively reach diverse audiences.

Qualifications

Desired Qualifications For Strategic Communications Consultant (PACE2) | Key Personnel | Program Manager - Non-Exempt 874-1 Consultant Candidates:

• Ability to perform the tasks outlined in the responsibilities and duties section.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in strategic communications, public relations, or related fields within the last seven (7) years (personnel experience).
• Demonstrated knowledge of the DoD, particularly the DON, the Navy, and the Marine Corps, including their public affairs functions, policies, and processes.
• Experience working in a legal setting and familiarity with attorney-client privilege is desirable.
• Bachelor's Degree or higher in Communications, Journalism, or related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in communications.
• Proven track record of successful campaigns.
• Strong knowledge of public relations techniques.

Skills / Abilities / Education / Experience Requirements / Qualifications

EEO STATEMENT: We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow.  We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment.  We provide career opportunities spanning various disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build, and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. 

FULLTIME-REGULAR VISA SPONSORSHIP AVAILABLE: No - We will not support sponsorship, i.e., H-1B or TN Visas for this position

BACKGROUND CHECK AND DRUG TESTING INFORMATION: ProSidian reserves the right to require background checks, including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions.  In addition, ProSidian may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Applicants may maintain access to a designated classified material storage area and have intermittent authorization to handle Secret/NOFORN materials which requires Secret/NOFORN clearance.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field is preferred.
• Relevant certifications or advanced degrees in communications or public relations may be advantageous.
• Applicants may maintain access to a designated classified material storage area and have intermittent authorization to handle Secret/NOFORN materials which requires Secret/NOFORN clearance.
• Skills Required:
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong strategic thinking and analytical abilities.
• Proficiency in social media management and communication tools.
• Creativity and innovation in developing communication strategies.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Understanding of legal settings and the attorney-client privilege is a plus.

Skills Required

• Ability to multi-task and pay close attention to detail.
• Excellent analytical, organizational and time management skills.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.

Competencies Required

• U.S.  Citizenship Required - You must be a United States Citizen
• Excellent oral and written communication skills (This employer participates in the e-Verify program)
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Products (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, & Adobe)

Other Details

Work products shall be thorough, accurate, appropriately documented, and comply with established criteria. All employees, in the performance of their respective responsibilities, shall conduct themselves in the highest possible standards of ethical and business conduct.  The candidate shall ensure that duties are performed in a competent and professional manner that meets milestones/delivery schedules as outlined.

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Additional Information

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Teamwork – ability to foster teamwork collaboratively as a participant, and effectively as a team leader
• Leadership – ability to guide and lead colleagues on projects and initiatives
• Business Acumen – understanding and insight into how organizations perform, including business processes, data, systems, and people
• Communication – ability to effectively communicate to stakeholders of all levels orally and in writing
• Motivation – persistent in pursuit of quality and optimal client and company solutions
• Agility – ability to quickly understand and transition between different projects, concepts, initiatives, or work streams
• Judgment – exercises prudence and insight in decision-making process while mindful of other stakeholders and long-term ramifications
• Organization – ability to manage projects and activity, and prioritize tasks

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OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Business Tools – understanding and proficiency with business tools and technology, including Microsoft Office.  The ideal candidate is advanced with Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word, and proficient with Adobe Acrobat, data analytic tools, and Visio with the ability to quickly learn other tools as necessary.
• Business Tools – understanding and proficiency with business tools and technology, including Microsoft Office.  The ideal candidate is advanced with Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word, and proficient with Adobe Acrobat, data analytic tools, and Visio with the ability to quickly learn other tools as necessary.
• Commitment - to work with smart, interesting people with diverse backgrounds to solve the biggest challenges across private, public and social sectors
• Curiosity – the ideal candidate exhibits an inquisitive nature and the ability to question the status quo among a community of people they enjoy and teams that work well together
• Humility – exhibits grace in success and failure while doing meaningful work where skills have impact and make a difference
• Willingness - to constantly learn, share, and grow and to view the world as their classroom

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BENEFITS AND HIGHLIGHTS

At ProSidian, we invest in our employees to help them stay healthy and achieve work-life balance. Our team members receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes Competitive Compensation, Group Health Insurance Health Benefits, 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan Contributions, Vacation and Paid Time off (PTO) Benefits, Pre-Tax Payment Programs, Purchasing Discounts & Savings Plans, a ProSidian Employee & Contractor Referral Bonus Program, Performance Incentives, etc.  Our comprehensive benefits package includes a medical, dental and vision plan.  Our growing list of benefits currently include the following:

• Competitive Compensation:  Pay range begins in the competitive ranges with full Gold Level (Tier 1) Group Medical Benefits, Pretax Employee Benefit Plan, plus performance incentives
• Group Health Insurance Health Benefits:  Group Health Insurance Including Medical, Dental And Vision Insurance: Contributions are deducted from pay on a Pretax basis - Employee and family coverage is available with employer contribution of 50% of Employee (only) premiums under the Health and Vision Plan through Blue Cross Blue Shield NC (Blue Options Medical Plan Code: PB07840 / Metallic Level: Gold - - bcbsnc.com‎) and Dental Plan (Ameritas - www.ameritas.com).
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan: 401(k) Retirement Savings Plans help you save for your retirement.  Eligible employees can make before-tax contributions to the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan to help you save for retirement.  Contributions are deducted from pay on a pretax basis.  A wide range of investment options are available with a personal financial planner available to assist you. The Plan is a Safe Harbor 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan.  
• Vacation And Paid Time Off (PTO) Benefits:  The flexibility of Paid Time Off (PTO) lets you set your own priorities. Eligible employees use PTO for vacation, a parent-teacher conference, a doctor’s appointment, or any number of events in your life.  Currently these benefits include Vacation/Sick days – 2 weeks | Holidays - 10 Federal Government.
• Pre-Tax Payment Programs:  Pre-Tax Payment Programs currently exist in the form of a Premium Only Plan (POP).  These Plans offer a full Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Plan and a tax benefit for eligible employees.
• Purchasing Discounts & Savings Plans:  We want you to achieve financial success. We offer a Purchasing Discounts & Savings Plan through The ProSidian Corporate Perks Benefit Program - Helping You Do More With Less:  https://ProSidian.CorporatePerks.com.  This provides special discounts for eligible employees on products and services you buy on a daily basis.
• Security Clearance: Due to the nature of our management and operations consulting engagements for Private Companies, Fortune 1,000 Enterprises, and Government Agencies of all sizes; oftentimes there are Security Clearance requirements for Engagement Teams handling sensitive Engagements in the Federal Marketplace.  A Security Clearance is a valued asset in your professional portfolio and adds to your credentials based on past, present, and future work.
• Leverageable Experience and Thought Leadership:  By collaborating with firm leadership, other members of the team, as well as Fellows and collaborating partners in what is a flat organization, you'll make valuable professional connections, interact with clients daily, gain leverageable Experience, and contribute to Thought Leadership while you build a basket of marketable experiences.
• ProSidian Employee & Contractor Referral Bonus Program:  ProSidian Consulting will pay up to $5k for all referrals (payments made after new hire has been employed for 90 days) for candidates submitted through our Employee Referral Program.
• Performance Incentives:  Due to the nature of our management and operations consulting engagements for Private Companies, Fortune 1,000 Enterprises, and Government Agencies of all sizes there are performance incentives associated with each new client that each employee works to pursue and support.
• Flexible Spending Account:  Pending

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION - See Below Instructions On The Best Way To Apply

• ProSidian Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or Vietnam era, or other eligible veteran status, or any other protected factor. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
• ProSidian Consulting has made a pledge to the Hiring Our Heroes Program of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation and the “I Hire Military” Initiative of The North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC) for the State of North Carolina.  All applicants are encouraged to apply regardless of Veteran Status.
• Furthermore, we believe in "HONOR ABOVE ALL" - be successful while doing things with the right way.  The pride comes out of the challenge; the reward is excellence in the work.  FOR EASY APPLICATION USE OUR CAREER SITE LOCATED ON http://www.ProSidian.com/ OR SEND YOUR RESUME’S, BIOS, AND SALARY EXPECTATION / RATES TO CAREERS @ PROSIDIAN.COM.  ONLY CANDIDATES WITH REQUIRED CRITERIA ARE CONSIDERED. Be sure to place the job reference code in the subject line of your email.  Be sure to include your name, address, telephone number, total compensation package, employment history, and educational credentials.

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