Communications Analyst

Koniag Professional Services, LLC, a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking a Communications Analyst to support KPS and our government customer in Washington, DC. The position is hybrid, will require 3 days onsite. This position requires the candidate to be able to obtain a Public Trust.

We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, and more.

The Communications Analyst provides strategic communications, content development, outreach coordination, and stakeholder engagement support for the U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Technology Commercialization in its administration of the SBIR/STTR programs. This position enhances program visibility, strengthens applicant and awardee communications, and ensures clear, timely, and accurate dissemination of program information. The analyst works closely with program managers, national laboratories, small businesses, and DOE leadership to support messaging, outreach campaigns, digital content, and communication tools that promote the SBIR/STTR mission.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, edit, and maintain communication materials including newsletters, program updates, fact sheets, web content, presentations, and outreach collateral.
• Support the planning and execution of SBIR/STTR communication strategies, outreach campaigns, and stakeholder engagement efforts.
• Coordinate and prepare content for webinars, workshops, applicant assistance activities, and public facing events.
• Manage communication calendars, message distribution, email campaigns, and stakeholder contact lists
• Assist with developing and maintaining SBIR/STTR website content, FAQs, program summaries, and public resources.
• Create communication assets such as graphics, visualizations, infographics, and slide decks to support outreach activities.
• Support the development of reports, briefing materials, success stories, and impact summaries for leadership and external audiences.
• Monitor inquiries through shared inboxes, ensuring timely responses and consistent messaging to applicants and stakeholders.
• Collect and organize metrics related to outreach effectiveness, stakeholder engagement, website performance, and communication activities.
• Coordinate with DOE offices, national laboratories, and small businesses to gather program information, success stories, and updates for dissemination.
• Ensure all communication materials align with DOE brand guidelines, messaging priorities, and federal communication standards.
• Contribute to process improvements that enhance communication efficiency, clarity, and accessibility for program participants.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, marketing, journalism, public policy, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in communications, public affairs, content development, stakeholder outreach, or program support.
• Strong writing, editing, and communication skills with experience producing high quality materials for diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to translate technical or programmatic information into clear, accessible content.
• Experience managing communication workflows, content calendars, email campaigns, or outreach activities.
• Familiarity with federal program operations, science/technology communication, or R&D program environments.
• Proficiency with communication platforms, content management systems, design tools, or analytics dashboards.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to meet federal suitability requirements if needed.

Security Requirement:

• Ability to obtain a Public Trust

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting SBIR/STTR programs, DOE communications, or science agency outreach efforts.
• Knowledge of technology commercialization, innovation ecosystems, or small business entrepreneurship.
• Experience developing technical communications, infographics, and digital content for scientific or energy related topics.
• Skills in event coordination, webinar facilitation, or community engagement.
• Familiarity with AP Style, federal plain language standards, or strategic communication planning.

Key Competencies:

• Written and Oral Communication
• Public Outreach and Stakeholder Engagement
• Content Development and Editing
• Strategic Communication Planning
• Data Visualization and Messaging Support
• Project Coordination
• Analytical and Critical Thinking
• Process and Workflow Improvement

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

Knowledge:

• Understanding of SBIR/STTR program structures, DOE mission areas, and federal communication guidelines.

• Knowledge of communication strategy, digital content development, and public outreach methods.

Skills:

• Creating and editing clear, concise communication materials for diverse audiences.
• Managing communication tools, content schedules, email campaigns, and CMS platforms.
• Designing visuals, infographics, presentations, and other outreach materials.
• Tracking communication metrics and analyzing engagement data for continuous improvement.

Abilities:

• Ability to manage multiple communication tasks, deadlines, and content production workflows.
• Ability to translate complex or technical information into accessible messaging.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with program offices, stakeholders, and technical teams.
• Ability to contribute to a mission driven, collaborative, and high visibility program environment.

Work Environment:
This is a hybrid position requiring periodic onsite participation at DOE headquarters or designated facilities. Remote work is supported for routine tasks. Travel may be required for workshops, outreach events, or program coordination.

Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

The company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin or ancestry, age, disability, citizenship, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment.

The company is dedicated to seeking all qualified applicants. If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply for a position on our website, please get in touch with Heaven Wood via e-mail at accommodations@koniag-gs.com or by calling 703-488-9377 to request accommodations.

Koniag Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned corporation supporting the values and traditions of our native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture that delivers Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services and Operational Management to Federal Government Agencies. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Koniag, we apply our proven commercial solutions to a deep knowledge of Defense and Civilian missions to provide forward leaning technical, professional, and operational solutions. KGS enables successful mission outcomes for our customers through solution-oriented business partnerships and a commitment to exceptional service delivery. We ensure long-term success with a continuous improvement approach while balancing the collective interests of our customers, employees, and native communities. For more information, please visit www.koniag-gs.com.

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