Digital Communications Specialist

Idaho National Laboratory • Idaho Falls, ID

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Idaho National Laboratory is hiring a Digital Communications Specialist to work on our Media and Digital Content team. Our team works a 9x80 schedule located out of our EROB facility in Idaho Falls, Idaho with every other Friday off.
As a Digital Communications Specialist, you will be part of INL’s Media and Digital Content team, a collaborative group focused on driving digital strategy and creating engaging social content. Reporting to the Sr. Manager of Media and Digital Content, you’ll work closely with designers, writers, and strategists to develop and schedule digital campaigns, graphics, videos, and ads that strengthen INL’s online presence and align with organizational goals.

Requirements

• Relevant experience commensurate with level which includes prior communications experience.
• Experience in writing skills, familiarity with AP Style, experience with graphic design tools, content creation software and excellent oral, digital, social media and visual communications skills.
• Depending on work location, qualify as a Radiological Worker I to gain unescorted access to most of the Nuclear and Radiological facilities.
• Depending on work location, qualify for and maintain a position within the INL’s Emergency Operations Center or Joint Information Center
• Level 2: Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing or relevant field and 2 years of experience.
• Master’s degree in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing or relevant field and 0 years of experience.
• PhD in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing or relevant field and 0 years' experience.
• Level 3: Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing or relevant field and 5 years of experience.
• Master’s degree in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing or relevant field and 2 years of experience.
• PhD in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing or relevant field and 2 years of experience.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience with science or engineering public communication.
• Experience and knowledge of nuclear energy.

Responsibilities

• Prepare messaging for target audiences, choose effective communications channels, and refine messages to optimize performance. Ensure alignment with INL and DOE expectations regarding branding, messaging, awareness, and approvals.
• Create feature stories and news releases, an array of informational products (e.g., website(s) and web content, newsletters, social media, videos, fact sheets, annual reports, special reports, images, topical PowerPoint presentations, FAQs, and talking points), special event planning, and activities designed to create internal and external business awareness.
• May maintain digital content calendar, and schedule posts for social media and INL website, that ensure INL engages in relevant discussions.
• Consult on standard methodologies for sharing the organization’s successes to help its experts create and tailor their messages to effectively reach target audiences.
• Manage multiple deliverables simultaneously and anticipate short, medium, and long-term communication needs.
• Advise leadership on strategy and solutions for achieving the organization’s outreach goals.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with a 4.2%25 employer contribution and up to 4.8%25 match
• Paid time off (personal leave)
• Employee Education Program (tuition assistance)
• Comprehensive Relocation Package
• Benefit eligibility subject multiple factors, including employment status and position classification.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees