Professional Communications Coordinator/Lead for Prizes and Competitions

The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) is a leader in the U.S. Department of Energy’s effort to secure an environmentally and economically sustainable energy future. With locations in Golden and Boulder, Colorado, and a satellite office in Washington, D.C., NREL is the primary laboratory for research, development, and deployment of renewable energy technologies in the United States. NREL is subject to Department of Energy (DOE) access restrictions. All candidates must be authorized to access the facility per DOE rules and guidance within a reasonable time frame for the specified position in order to be considered for an interview. DOE rules for site access during the interview process are the same regardless of whether the candidate is interviewed on-site, off-site, or via telephone or videoconference. Additionally, DOE contractor employees are prohibited from participating in certain Foreign Government Talent Recruitment Programs (FGTRPs). 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Location CO - Golden . Position Type Regular . Hours Per Week 40 . COVID-19 Safety Protocols Employment at NREL is contingent upon your compliance with all NREL and U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) safety protocols and mitigation efforts directed at the COVID-19 pandemic. Working at NREL The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), located at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains in Golden, Colorado is the nation's primary laboratory for research and development of renewable energy and energy efficiency technologies. From day one at NREL, you’ll connect with coworkers driven by the same mission to save the planet. By joining an organization that values a supportive, inclusive, and flexible work environment, you’ll have the opportunity to engage through our eight employee resource groups, numerous employee-driven clubs, and learning and professional development classes. NREL supports inclusive, diverse, and unbiased hiring practices that promote creativity and innovation. 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Job Description The National Renewable Energy Laboratory’s (NREL) Communications Office has an opening for two experienced Communications Project Leads to launch and support complex communication campaigns and events related to renewable energy and energy efficiency technologies. These positions will primarily support U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) projects that engage stakeholders and provide funding for innovation and entrepreneurship across industries, academia, and government organizations. This position may be a great match if… You’re at your best when diving into details and thrive when working with a team on event-related communications and multi-year communication campaigns You’re passionate about finding creative ways to engage a wide range of stakeholders through multiple channels—especially digital content, in-person events, and webinars You have strong creative writing skills, an eagle eye for details, and the ability to craft a positive stakeholder experience through print and digital communications You have previous experience as a communications agency account lead (or a similar role). In this Communications Professional II/III position, you will develop and execute multiple, complex communication launches, program plans, and events in parallel—tracking budget and deliverables against deadlines for our clients at NREL and DOE. Our team works in an agency-like setting, where you’ll help produce creative content through collaboration with clients, project managers, writers, editors, videographers, web specialists, and graphic designers. We’ll rely on your help to ensure exceptional, consistent quality and client service, so we’re looking for a self-motivated individual who is familiar with traditional and digital communications, demonstrates attention to detail and quality, delivers creative solutions, and is comfortable interacting directly with research staff and management while building strong working relationships across NREL’s Communications Office. Primary responsibilities include: Serving as main point of contact, project manager, and client representative for multiple communication campaigns related to funding prizes, competition events, and other programs Coordinating across colleagues in the Communications Office team supporting this work, including sharing information, identifying resources, ensuring collaboration, connecting dots, etc. Ensuring accuracy and quality control of all program documents, including program style guide, rules documents, and promotional material Coordinating content production (e.g., web copy, news articles, videos, press releases, presentation slides, social media posts, and design requests) aligned with brand requirements Writing short-form content (e.g., short-form articles, newsletter blurbs, and social media posts) Helping to create and track multiple timelines and budgets Coordinating virtual events, including providing technical support and acting as a host for webinars, meetings, and workshops Providing pre-event and onsite support for in-person events, working with conference organizers and vendors, preparing collateral material and presentations, scheduling printing and shipping, and arranging invoice payments Working closely with multiple technology and communication experts across NREL and DOE to secure approvals Building and maintaining positive relationships with teams, peers, and clients Informing project managers and team leaders on project status and day-to-day details. About NREL and the Communications Office NREL is the only DOE facility dedicated completely to renewable energy and energy efficiency research. The NREL Communications Office comprises communications experts in a variety of disciplines focused on raising awareness about the lab and DOE programs. This position resides in the Communications Office’s Science and Technology Communications Group, which includes teams representing NREL’s wide-ranging research areas. . Basic Qualifications Relevant Bachelor's Degree and 2 or more years of experience or equivalent relevant education/experience. Or, relevant Master's Degree or equivalent relevant education/experience. General knowledge and application of technical standards, principles, theories and techniques. Frequent application of industry concepts and principles. General knowledge of laws, regulations, principles, procedures and practices related to specific field. Skilled in problem solving, written and verbal communication. Ability to use various computer software programs. . Additional Required Qualifications With your application, please include a cover letter describing why you’re interested in this position and your specific qualifications related to event support and communication campaign coordination. Advanced project management skills, including adhering to budgets and schedules to meet deadlines Expertise in communication and digital media best practices Excellent attention to detail and quality Experience coordinating, planning, and facilitating virtual and in-person meetings and events Nimbleness and ability to multitask in a fast-paced, agency-like setting Team- and customer-service-oriented mindset Excellent creative writing skills (for both print and web) Strong understanding of editing and brand awareness Ability to work independently with guidance from team mentors Experience coordinating deadline-oriented projects, such as multi-channel social media campaigns and online events with breakout rooms A can-do attitude and collaborative work style, with the ability to react positively and responsively to rapidly changing circumstances. Professional III: Experience working independently as a communication project manager to plan, coordinate, and provide a variety of communication services for complex, multi-channel communications campaigns Critical thinking skills, with the ability to work collaboratively within a team environment Complete understanding and wide application of communications principles, theories, and concepts Developing strategic communication plans and reports Creating, monitoring, and adhering to budgets and schedules to meet deadlines, using strong project management skills Mentoring team members and peers through supportive feedback and coaching, reviewing others’ work, and providing guidance Advanced writing skills to communicate effectively through internal and external channels Experience working with teams and customers Experience with writing web content and working in content management systems Experience coordinating and hosting webinars and events Problem-solving abilities to work collaboratively with people to achieve goals. Professional II: Ability to work under guidance to complete moderately complex communications assignments including research, writing, and editing for a variety of products, including both print and electronic media Experience adhering to budgets and schedules to meet deadlines for deadline-oriented projects, such as multi-channel communications campaigns Experience with emerging digital communications and marketing concepts and practices Exceptional writing skills to express compelling stories from technical research information Experience working with teams and customers Experience with writing basic web content and working in content management systems Experience coordinating and hosting webinars and events. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s and/or master’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications, or Marketing Previous science- or research-related communications experience Prior roles in a communication/public relations/advertising agency or similar corporate/organization department Experience adhering to a brand guidelines and AP Style Experience with Microsoft Teams and WebEx Familiarity with renewable energy and energy efficiency technologies, and/or other technical subject matter. Preferred Qualifications See job description. . Annual Salary Range (based on full-time 40 hours per week) Job Profile: Professional III / Annual Salary Range: $69,400 - $114,500 Job Profile: Professional II / Annual Salary Range: $60,400 - $99,700 NREL takes into consideration a candidate’s education, training, and experience, as well as the position's work location, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value, including seniority and merit systems, and internal pay alignment when determining the salary level for potential new employees. In compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, a potential new employee’s salary history will not be used in compensation decisions. Benefits Summary Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; short*- and long-term disability insurance; pension benefits*; 403(b) Employee Savings Plan with employer match*; life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance; personal time off (PTO) and sick leave; paid holidays; and tuition reimbursement*. NREL employees may be eligible for, but are not guaranteed, performance-, merit-, and achievement- based awards that include a monetary component. Some positions may be eligible for relocation expense reimbursement. Limited-term positions are not eligible for long-term disability or tuition reimbursement. * Based on eligibility rules Submission Guidelines Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any position at NREL you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application. . 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Salary : $69,400 - $114,500