Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) is hiring a Communications Specialist, Strategic Deterrence to provide matrix support to the Strategic Deterrence Principal Directorate office. In this role, you will be responsible for communicating complex science and technology information to diverse audiences by collaborating with administrative, management, and technical staff.
What You'll Do
- Plan, coordinate, and/or develop content, providing research, writing, and editing services for the full spectrum of communications services.
- Interpret complex technical information and translate it into clear, accurate, relevant, and compelling language for targeted audiences.
- Participate in all aspects of print and web-based publishing from concept through scheduling, writing, editing, review, production, and/or publishing.
- Oversee all aspects of print and web-based publishing; serve as final quality check; review work of team members and provide technical guidance.
- Contribute to the evaluation and implementation of new tools, technologies, and processes; help develop metrics and process improvement methods.
What We're Looking For
- Ability to secure and maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance which requires U.S. Citizenship.
- Bachelor’s Degree in English, communications, journalism, or a scientific area, or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experience in strategic and executive communications across various types of communication platforms.
- Knowledge of and experience using style conventions, professional principles, and technical communication practices and standards.
- Project management experience leading complex production and editorial assignments; in-depth knowledge of multiple digital and analog media production processes.
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and Confluence.
- Advanced written and verbal communication skills and experience collaborating and communicating with all levels of an organization.
- Self-starter, comfortable multitasking with ability to work to deadlines and respond to tight, shifting schedules.
- Significant experience leading complex multi-functional technical communication projects and teams.
- Expert written and verbal communication skills and experience managing multiple, large technical writing and production assignments.
- Advanced knowledge of and experience using style conventions, professional editing/writing skills in a wide variety of scientific areas.
- Expertise in the theory and techniques of high-quality technical communication for both printed and web-based publications.
Nice to Have
- Advanced degree in English, communications, journalism, or in a scientific area.
- Current U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance or equivalent.
- Thorough understanding of LLNL’s primary mission.
- Knowledge of the current U.S. nuclear weapons programs and/or the underpinning science and capabilities that support the Nation’s nuclear deterrent.
Technical Stack
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Confluence
Team & Environment
This role provides matrix support to the Laboratory’s Strategic Deterrence (SD) Principal Directorate office.
Benefits & Compensation
- Compensation: $114,900 - $140,712 Annually for the G04.3 level; $137,910 - $168,852 Annually for the G04.4 level.
- Flexible Benefits Package
- 401(k)
- Relocation Assistance
- Education Reimbursement Program
- Flexible schedules
Work Mode
This position operates on a hybrid work schedule.
We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to providing all with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.
