Job Description

Are you an experienced and creative communications professional who excels at developing communications plans and crafting compelling messages and stories?

Do you have a passion for helping staff members understand organizational changes, new tools or policies through a variety of communications channels including writing, video and presentations?

If so, we’re looking for someone like you to join our team at APL.

We are seeking a communications strategist who can drive a communications strategy from conception to execution pulling on the talents of creative partners across our communications department in design, video production, writing, user experience design, project management and more.

Communications strategists are responsible for the strategic direction, prioritization and successful execution of communications campaigns large and small, internal and external.

As a communications strategist you will:

• Inspire and lead a multi-disciplinary team of creatives to develop new ways to reach staff members with essential information.
• Serve as a trusted communications advisor to Lab leaders crafting clear and effective messages.
• Set the strategy for and manage an entire portfolio of communications initiatives.
• Partner with creatives across the communications department to create compelling content and tell captivating stories through graphics, articles, presentations, environmental displays and video.
• Provide thought-leadership on emerging trends in communications and demonstrate the creative confidence to get buy-in from partners and leaders on your new ideas.

You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...

• A Bachelor’s degree in communications, graphic design, English, journalism, marketing, public relations, social sciences or a related field.
• At least six years of demonstrated experience in strategic communications, to include internal communications, executive communications and successful multi-media campaigns.
• Demonstrated experience in assessing multifaceted situations and collaborating across complex organizations.
• Experience working with creative teams in a dynamic environment.
• An aptitude for analyzing and leveraging data in the development and presentation of compelling message content.
• Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal, analytics, critical thinking, project management and organizational communications skills.
• An ability to operate independently, set priorities and adjudicate competing needs in a fast-paced organization.
• Are able to obtain a Secret level security clearance. Applicant selected will be subject to a Government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.

You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...

• Experience leading internal communications in a large organization.
• Experience leading teams of creatives from several disciplines.
• Worked with government, DoD, academic or research staff.
• Experience with reputation management and executive communications.
• Proficiency in developing, managing and executing successful and sophisticated cross-channel communications campaigns.
• An active Secret security clearance.

Why work at APL?

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.

At APL, we celebrate our differences and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at http://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.

APL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu. Only by ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.

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