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Overview

Communications creates and provides strategic communications to the Laboratory’s internal and external stakeholders and collaborators. It sets and implements a cohesive strategy to amplify the visibility of PNNL's research and develops standards and efforts that communicate PNNL’s value proposition. In doing so, Communications enhances the Laboratory’s institutional reputation and science and technology agenda. Further, Communications drives employee-focused communications; leads media and outreach to external stakeholders; supports research through robust technical editing, formatting, and graphics support; and protects the Laboratory's reputation through issues management and transparency with news media.

PNNL’s Communications organization is comprised of over 100 talented communications professionals committed to elevating PNNL’s reputation, inspiring action, and engaging audiences by transforming the Lab’s science into influential communications and compelling stories.

Join PNNL as an Institutional Comms Specialist and be part of a team committed to making a meaningful impact through effective and captivating communications. In PNNL Comms, we’re dedicated to integrating and teaming together, which allows us to adapt smartly and swiftly to meet communication needs to deliver work that exceeds expectations. If you are passionate about storytelling and excited by the opportunity to enhance our external communications, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities

Job Description

Are you an enthusiastic storyteller with a flair for crafting compelling narratives? Do you thrive in a collaborative, agile environment? As an Institutional Comms Specialist, you will play an integral role in executing our strategic communications designed to elevate our institutional reputation with external audiences, focusing on STEM education, conferences and events, our employer digital brand, and university and industry collaborations.

You will be joining a team of diverse communication professionals where your communication skills, ability to create engaging content, and proactive mindset will drive and support strategic, multi-channel communications campaigns to resonate powerfully with our audiences.

Key Responsibilities

Content Creation and Development

• Storytelling Maestro: Interview a diverse range of individuals to uncover and articulate the unique stories of PNNL’s scientific impact, with an eye towards diversity and influence.

• Content Innovator: Create a variety of content formats to showcase our scientific people and scientific achievements from a variety of perspectives.

• Digital Content: Oversee and update web content for multiple audiences, ensuring timely and accurate updates using content management systems like Drupal and SharePoint.

Project Initiation and Management

• Project Design: Plan and manage communications projects that amplify the visibility and reputation of our initiatives and success.

• Cross-functional Collaborator: Work together with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement robust communication strategies.

• Deadline Guardian: Ensure project timelines and milestones are always met effectively and efficiently.

Teaming and Problem Solving

• Communications Planner: Assist in developing tailored communications plans and products for specific projects, such as STEM initiatives, conferences, and recognition campaigns, ensuring alignment with overall strategic goals.

• Strategic Teammate: Offer creative ideas, problem-solving expertise, and strategic guidance to ensure the success of various initiatives.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• BS/BA and 2+ years of relevant experience -OR-

• MS/MA or higher

Preferred Qualifications:

• Exceptional storytelling skills and a passion for the written word.

• Proven experience managing multiple projects with varying priorities.

• Excellent interpersonal skills, with a collaborative and inclusive approach to teamwork.

• Proficiency in digital media tools, social media, and content management systems.

• Highly organized with acute attention to detail.

• Experience creating content for both internal and external audiences.

• Familiarity with tools like Drupal, SharePoint, and common software applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Teams).

Hazardous Working Conditions/Environment

Not Applicable

Testing Designated Position

This is not a Testing Designated Position (TDP).

About PNNL

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is a world-class research institution powered by a highly educated, diverse workforce committed to the values of Integrity, Creativity, Collaboration, Impact, and Courage. Every year, scores of dynamic, driven people come to PNNL to work with renowned researchers on meaningful science, innovations and outcomes for the U.S. Department of Energy and other sponsors; here is your chance to be one of them!

At PNNL, you will find an exciting research environment and excellent benefits including health insurance, flexible work schedules and telework options. PNNL is located in eastern Washington State—the dry side of Washington known for its stellar outdoor recreation and affordable cost of living. The Lab’s campus is only a 45-minute flight (or 3-hour drive) from Seattle or Portland, and is serviced by the convenient PSC airport, connected to 8 major hubs.

Commitment to Excellence, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Equal Employment Opportunity

Our laboratory is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment dedicated to solving critical challenges in fundamental sciences, national security, and energy resiliency. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. In support of this commitment, we encourage people of all racial/ethnic identities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply for employment.

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), protected veteran status, and any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local laws.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures and in employment. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, contact us at careers@pnnl.gov .

Drug Free Workplace

PNNL is committed to a drug-free workplace supported by Workplace Substance Abuse Program (WSAP) and complies with federal laws prohibiting the possession and use of illegal drugs.

If you are offered employment at PNNL, you must pass a drug test prior to commencing employment. PNNL complies with federal law regarding illegal drug use. Under federal law, marijuana remains an illegal drug. If you test positive for any illegal controlled substance, including marijuana, your offer of employment will be withdrawn.

HSPD-12 PIV Credential Requirement

In accordance with Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) and Department of Energy (DOE) Order 473.1A, new employees are required to obtain and maintain a HSPD-12 Personal Identity Verification (PIV) Credential. To obtain this credential, new employees must successfully complete and pass a Federal Tier 1 background check investigation. This investigation includes a declaration of illegal drug activities, including use, supply, possession, or manufacture within the last year. This includes marijuana and cannabis derivatives, which are still considered illegal under federal law, regardless of state laws.

Mandatory Requirements

Please be aware that the Department of Energy (DOE) prohibits DOE employees and contractors from having any affiliation with the foreign government of a country DOE has identified as a “country of risk” without explicit approval by DOE and Battelle. If you are offered a position at PNNL and currently have any affiliation with the government of one of these countries, you will be required to disclose this information and recuse yourself of that affiliation or receive approval from DOE and Battelle prior to your first day of employment.

Rockstar Rewards

Employees and their families are offered medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, basic life insurance, disability insurance, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, tuition assistance, supplemental parental bonding leave, surrogacy and adoption assistance, and fertility support. Employees are automatically enrolled in our company funded pension plan and may enroll in our 401k savings plan. Employees may accrue up to 120 vacation hours per year and may receive ten paid holidays per year.

• Research Associates excluded.

**Once eligibility requirements are met.

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Notice to Applicants

PNNL lists the full pay range for the position in the job posting. Starting pay is calculated from the minimum of the pay range and actual placement in the range is determined based on an individual’s relevant job-related skills, qualifications, and experience. This approach is applicable to all positions, with the exception of positions governed by collective bargaining agreements and certain limited-term positions which have specific pay rules.

As part of our commitment to fair compensation practices, we do not ask for or consider current or past salaries in making compensation offers at hire. Instead, our compensation offers are determined by the specific requirements of the position, prevailing market trends, applicable collective bargaining agreements, pay equity for the position type, and individual qualifications and skills relevant to the performance of the position.

Minimum Salary

USD $31.25/Hr.

Maximum Salary

USD $46.39/Hr.