What are the responsibilities and job description for the STEM Communications Specialist - ONR position at HunaTek?
Location: Herndon, VA / Remote
Position Overview
The Office of Naval Research (ONR) is seeking a highly motivated STEM Communications Specialist to support Naval STEM Outreach efforts. The specialist will serve as the primary point-of-contact to communicate Department of the Navy (DON) STEM opportunities—including programs like SEAP, NREIP, and others—to students and their families, promoting the STEM future force relevant to the future U.S. STEM workforce.
Key Responsibilities
At HunaTek, we build teams of people from all backgrounds with varying levels of experience, knowing firsthand that diversity of thought will strengthen our ability to deliver for our customers. We work hand in hand with Federal civilian and military staff, pulling together to further the interests of our nation and home and abroad.
Whenever possible, we provide opportunities for our employees to learn new skills, obtain certifications, attend industry events, and have some fun together.
Our Benefits
We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to make sure our employees and their families have access to good health care, are insured against catastrophic health events, can put money aside for retirement and are able to maintain a healthy work-life balance. These benefits include:
Equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Position Overview
The Office of Naval Research (ONR) is seeking a highly motivated STEM Communications Specialist to support Naval STEM Outreach efforts. The specialist will serve as the primary point-of-contact to communicate Department of the Navy (DON) STEM opportunities—including programs like SEAP, NREIP, and others—to students and their families, promoting the STEM future force relevant to the future U.S. STEM workforce.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as the point-of-contact to communicate DON STEM opportunities and other relevant programs to students and families.
- Plan and coordinate STEM outreach events in collaboration with naval sites across the Department of the Navy
- Maintain clear and effective communication with internal and external stakeholders to maximize outreach impact.
- U.S. citizenship is required.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 applications, specifically Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint Online, Teams, and Excel.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
- Ability to obtain or currently hold a SECRET security clearance prior to award.
- Education & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field, communications, or journalism with at least five years of experience in science writing, editing, or a related field; OR
- Master’s degree in a STEM field, communications, or journalism with at least two years of experience in science writing, editing, or a related field.
- Experience with Government, Department of Defense (DoD), or Department of the Navy (DON) internship programs.
At HunaTek, we build teams of people from all backgrounds with varying levels of experience, knowing firsthand that diversity of thought will strengthen our ability to deliver for our customers. We work hand in hand with Federal civilian and military staff, pulling together to further the interests of our nation and home and abroad.
Whenever possible, we provide opportunities for our employees to learn new skills, obtain certifications, attend industry events, and have some fun together.
Our Benefits
We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to make sure our employees and their families have access to good health care, are insured against catastrophic health events, can put money aside for retirement and are able to maintain a healthy work-life balance. These benefits include:
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision
- Long-term and short-term disability insurance and term life insurance
- 401(K) with safe harbor contribution
- Paid time off and 11 paid holidays
- Tuition and career development assistance
- A selection of voluntary benefits
Equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.