Health Communications Specialist III (Part-time)

Description

Overview

Tanaq Support Services (TSS) delivers professional, scientific, and technical services and information technology (IT) solutions to federal agencies in health, agriculture, technology, and other government services. TSS is a subsidiary of the St. George Tanaq Corporation, an Alaskan Native Corporation (ANC) committed to serving Federal customers while also giving back to the Tanaq native community and shareholders.

Overview

Tanaq Support Services (TSS) delivers professional, scientific, and technical services and information technology (IT) solutions to federal agencies in health, agriculture, technology, and other government services. TSS is a subsidiary of the St. George Tanaq Corporation, an Alaskan Native Corporation (ANC) committed to serving Federal customers while also giving back to the Tanaq native community and shareholders.

About the Role

We are seeking a Health Communications Specialist III (Part-time) to support our Federal customer. The Health Communications Specialist III will lead the development, production, and dissemination of a podcast aimed at enhancing education and communication efforts.

This role is a hybrid remote position in Atlanta, GA that will require some travel within the State of Georgia.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the development of communications materials for various platforms, including, but not limited to, factsheets, web content, videos, social media, infographics, podcasts, or commentaries. Content should employ plain language and be built upon the available formative research.
• Write messages and prepare materials to support activities. These materials could include FAQs, talking points, scripts, presentations, inquiries, and website content.
• Assure the accuracy and consistency of messages and materials on healthcare infection control.
• Format and send Adobe Campaign (or other email subscription platform) messages, coordinate partner newsletter distribution, format and post Safe Healthcare blog entries, moderate (review/approve/triage and/or respond to) blog comments, and/or use the WCMS to update or edit Intranet content.
• Coordinate major announcements or awareness efforts; collaborate with key communications, web, and media staff to successfully coordinate dissemination and rollout plans.
• Contribute to timelines, planning, and project management of various communications activities. Utilize SharePoint and Teams for workflow/task management.
• Research and recommend the innovative use of digital tools. Continually learn about new channels, new outreach methods, audience trends, and make recommendations to the team lead.
• Collect, analyze, and report communications data related to various communications efforts.
• Analyze web and performance metrics to improve visual designs, product development, and digital implementation. Recommend how websites and products align with digital-first best practices and improve data display.
• Ensure all communications materials follow best practices for health education, risk communication, and plain language by following the CDC communications policies and formats.
• Follow Section 508 guidelines when preparing electronic documents that will be posted online or distributed via email. Use HHS Checklists to help ensure compliance with the guidelines.
• Participate in meetings as a representative of the communications team and provide meeting updates/summaries to relevant team members.
• Coordinate with subject matter experts, communications professionals from across the branch and Division, other Divisions and Centers, and external partners to share information and ensure practical efforts and successful collaboration.
• Proactively identify, research, and resolve problems or issues; participate in team strategy sessions to discuss solutions.

Requirements

Required Experience and Skills

• Previous experience as editor and in communications.
• Graphic and multimedia skills.
• Plain language writing.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to collaborate with others and be a team player.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including advanced Microsoft Excel and SharePoint.
• Superior multi-tasking and organizational skills; ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize assignments, while remaining flexible to changing priorities and new initiatives.
• Project management skills.
• Previous experience with public health programs, policies, procedures, and communication activities preferred.
• Ability to obtain a government clearance.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

Education and Training

• A bachelor's degree in a related field such as communications (journalism, advertising, marketing, public relations), English (writing/editing), or public health is required.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. May need to lift 25 pounds occasionally.
• Willing and able to travel within the state of Georgia.

Who We Are

Tanaq Support Services strives to deeply understand and analyze our clients’ vision, needs, and requirements so we may provide alternative solutions, empowering them to choose the best resolution. We aim to achieve excellence by delivering on our commitments to our clients, employees, and partners. With 20 years of experience in the industry, SGT has subsidiaries specializing in project and programmatic support, public health, environmental investigation, facility maintenance, IT/technical services, and construction services.

Our Commitment to Non-Discrimination

Tanaq Support Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Tanaq complies with the Drug-free Workplace Act of 1988 and E-Verify.

If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance completing any part of the application process, please email [email protected] to request a reasonable accommodation. This email is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

Notice on Candidate AI Usage

Tanaq is committed to ensuring a fair and competitive interview process for all candidates based on their experience, skills and education. To ensure the integrity of the interview process, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during phone, in person and virtual interviews is not allowed. However, candidates who require a reasonable accommodation that may involve AI are required to contact us prior to their interview at [email protected].

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https://recruiting.paylocity.com/Recruiting/Jobs/Details/3295193