Communications Specialist

POSITION SUMMARY

The Communications Specialist will support NA-90's Office of Chief of Staff by designing and delivering high-quality communication materials. The ideal candidate will have strong graphic design and PowerPoint expertise, an understanding of federal stakeholder environments, and the ability to translate complex, technical information into clear, concise, and impactful messaging tailored for a variety of audiences including Capitol Hill. This position requires an individual with excellent visual communication skills, strong initiative, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple high-priority products simultaneously in a dynamic environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Lead the development and design of recurring NA-90 communications products, including:
  
  • Monthly NA-90 Office Reports (template-driven)
  • NA-90 Fact Sheets and Initiative One-Pagers
  • Standardized NA-90 Strategic Briefings
  • Executive-level summaries of major infrastructure programs
• Create visually compelling presentations and infographics using Microsoft PowerPoint, Adobe Creative Suite, and other software that clearly convey mission priorities, metrics, and strategic initiatives.
• Collaborate with NA-90 leadership and technical subject matter experts to develop clear, audience-specific messaging tailored to stakeholders such as:
  
  • Congressional staffers
  • NNSA and DOE senior leadership
  • Field offices and Site partners
• Translate highly technical material into plain language products that tell a compelling story aligned with NA-90 priorities and enterprise impact.
• Support communications planning, stakeholder engagement strategies, and editorial guidance across NA-90 programs.
• Ensure brand, formatting, and voice consistency across all communications products.
• Develop templates, SOPs, and guides to streamline recurring communications.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Graphic Design, Public Affairs, English, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years' experience in strategic communications, graphic design, public affairs, or a related federal support function.
• Expert proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint and strong working knowledge of Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, or similar tools.
• Demonstrated ability to translate complex topics into accessible, engaging written and visual content.
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills, with a keen attention to detail and tone.
• Experience working with or supporting senior government executives and/or Congressional audiences.
• Strong time management and prioritization skills in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE clearance.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior experience supporting a federal infrastructure or technical program (e.g., DOE/NNSA).
• Experience developing communications strategies or supporting communications in government agencies.
• Familiarity with NNSA's mission and M&O contractor model.
• Master's degree in communications, public policy, English, or related field.

LOCATION: This is an on-site position in Washington, DC.

SALARY

• Salaries are determined based on several factors including external market data, internal equity, and the candidate's related knowledge, skills, and abilities for the position.

BENEFITS

• Employer Paid, High Quality Employee Medical, Dental & Vision Care
• Low-Cost Family Health Care offered
• 11 Federal Holidays and 3 weeks' vacation
• 401k with Generous Employer Match
• Cross-training opportunities

About MELE Associates, Inc.

With over 300 employees and offices in Rockville, MD, Washington, DC, and Albuquerque, NM, MELE is a veteran and minority-owned government contractor empowering its customers with innovative solutions for more than three decades. MELE has team members located across the U.S. and has served more than a hundred countries across hundreds of project locations. The company offers technical, engineering, and programmatic support expertise to a host of U.S. federal and international agencies, including, but not limited to, the Department of Energy, the Department of Defense, the Department of Homeland Security, the Department of Justice, INTERPOL, and the International Atomic Energy Agency. MELE's services include National Security and Intelligence, CBRNE Defense and Security, Facility Management and Engineering, Law Enforcement and Emergency Response Training, Technical, Analytica, and Program Management Support, and IT/Cybersecurity.

MELE Associates, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. MELE Associates, Inc. is an E-Verify employer.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)