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Blake Willson Group (BWG) is a fast-growing firm delivering comprehensive professional services and technology solutions to Civilian, Defense, and Intelligence Community customers. Headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, Blake Willson Group has grown rapidly since its inception, securing consecutive years on the Inc. 5000 list, a prestigious honor designated for America’s most successful companies. We are internationally recognized for quality management practices and nationally recognized as a Continuing Professional Education (CPE) training provider.

Built on our foundational values of Service to Others, Leadership, Diversity, Dependability, Integrity, and Grit, BWG commits to Empowering Our People and Improving Our Nation. Members of the Blake Willson Group team are passionate and enthusiastic, working towards a common goal of exceptional client support.

Job Description:

In your position as Senior Communications Specialist, you will support a federal transformation office charged with migrating to a new grant management system service provider. You will also support:

• Effective Corporate Communication Strategies
  • Craft compelling narratives that align with our brand and business objectives.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create targeted communication plans.
  • Ensure consistent messaging across all channels.
• Internal Communications
  • Draft and distribute internal memos, newsletters, and announcements.
  • Facilitate communication between departments and teams.
  • Keep employees informed about company updates and initiatives.
• Content Creation
  • Write and edit content for press releases, company website, training, and other media platforms.
  • Create engaging materials that resonate with the audience.
• Event Planning and Media Relations
  • Organize initiatives, press conferences, training, and events.
  • Liaise with media outlets, handle interview requests, and manage external communications.
• Advocacy and Relationship Building
  • Foster relationships with industry influencers, stakeholders, and key partners.
  • Collaborate with marketing professionals to produce impactful copy for advertisements and articles.
• Crisis Management
  • Handle negative publicity and implement damage control strategies.
  • Resolve disputes with the public or external vendors.

• Public Trust Clearance required.
• Bachelor's Degree required.
• 5-8 years proven experience as a communications specialist.
• Familiarity with corporate communications and project management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office.
• Photo and video-editing software experience.
• Outstanding organizational and planning abilities.
• Training development and delivery experience, including instructional design.
• Must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

• Web design and content production knowledge is a plus.
• Demonstrated experience doing communications on a successful system implementation at the Federal agency level.

Compensation and Benefits:

We offer an excellent compensation package including a base salary and the following company benefits:

• Major Medical Benefits including Dental and Vision
• 401(K) Contribution Plan
• Holidays and Personal Time Off
• Professional Development Training & Certification Benefits
• Health & Wellness Subsidy
• Paid Time Off for Community Service

The above statements are a general guide to the nature and level of work anticipated. They are not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required. Management may modify, add, or assign additional duties, and, where feasible, make reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Blake Willson Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

If you need a reasonable accommodation when applying for a position with Blake Willson Group, please contact us at 202-381-0603, Ext. 3.

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

For more information, please review the E-Verify Participation Poster and Right to Work Poster.