What are the responsibilities and job description for the Communications Specialist position at JANSON?
Description:About JANSONFounded in 1998, JANSON is dedicated to advancing readiness and serving those who serve. We deliver innovative, customized solutions for national defense and select commercial clients—transforming physical environments and facilities, crafting immersive digital experiences, and driving strategic branding and communications with care. Our work strengthens mission alignment and engagement through integrated, forward-thinking approaches designed to make a lasting impact. Headquartered in Fairfax, Virginia, with branches in Atlanta, Georgia, and Frankfurt, Germany, JANSON operates with a Top-Secret facility clearance to support clients at every level of national and global readiness.Location: Fairfax, VAStart: ImmediatelyClearance: (Must be clearable)Overview – Senior Communications SpecialistJANSON is seeking a passionate, purposeful, and problem-solving individual to serve as our Communications Specialist in the Fort Belvoir (Springfield), VA area in support of a developing program office. This is a full-time, hybrid position with an expectation to work a minimum of 3 days a week in the office and the remainder from your home office. This position requires a professional who can successfully support multi-effort public affairs needs in a fast-paced acquisitions environment and is skilled in all aspects of government communications. The ideal candidate will excel in both team and individual work situations, and present a decisive, professional demeanor to successfully engage with peers and senior government officials. Proven experience producing print products, developing executive briefings, and field photography is required. Department of War (DoW) experience is required.ResponsibilitiesBe responsible for the oversight, development and execution of strategic public affairs programs and campaigns leveraging all available communications conduits and emerging technologies to most effectively communicate the PEO Soldier missionRecommend strategies to facilitate understanding and support from industry, other federal agencies, congress, the general public, the Army Acquisition community and the Army as a whole, via a wide range of communication mediaSupports client planning and preparation for major events, conferences, and media engagementRecommends communication strategies and plans designed to achieve client goals and objectivesProvides written articles, press releases, or photos in support of programsProactive in seeking out story opportunities that advance the strategic narrativeExperience translating complex, technical subject matter for non-technical audiencesExperience drafting talking points, written articles, and marketing content·Will be required to travel 50% of the timeDeliverables· Written articles, press releases, marketing content, brochures, graphics, short-form social media videosRequired QualificationsBachelor’s Degree in Mass Communications or related field5 years of supporting high level staff3 years of experience as a Communications SpecialistExperience developing and executing communication planning and message functions that drive communication service and product developmentExperience providing public affairs guidance as it relates to the ArmyExperience with social media platforms, including, but not limited to Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, LinkedIn, Google .Experience writing, editing, and crafting content for the social media space.Exceptional organizational and planning abilitiesStrong client engagement skills and team player mentalityStrong writing and editing skillsStrong technology skills, including experience using MS Office products, MS Project (or equivalent), web browsers, etc.Desired QualificationsSecurity Clearance (Secret)Audio/Visual experience (assembling/checking/operating public address systems) a plusJANSON BenefitsCompetitive base salaryWork from home flexibilityMedical, dental and vision Insurance401K with matching incentiveShort and long-term disability, life insurancePTO and paid holidaysProfessional development opportunitiesRequirements: