Director of Communications #5311 Job in Washington DC, DC

Other Duties/ Responsibilities

•  Provides formatting and editorial guidance to staff at all levels of the organization.

Required Work Experience

• At least 8 years of relevant experience in managing communications. At least 5 years in a management role.

Required Special Skills/ Knowledge

• Ability to use judgment, leadership, and strategic planning.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, employees, Senate and committee staff as well as contractors and other entities with which the Sergeant at Arms does business.
• Ability to solve problems effectively, and manage staff equitably.
• Knowledge of personal computers and word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
• Knowledge of communication plans.

As part of our hiring process, we may conduct a skills assessment to better understand an applicant’s proficiency in key areas relevant to the role. 

Desired Qualifications

• Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments to deliver high-quality communications.
• Proven experience in content creation and editing for publications, websites, and employee portals.
• Ability to present information so that readers can understand it quickly and easily.
• Flexibility, ability to prioritize, and ability to meet short deadlines.
• Three-five years’ experience in the Senate.
• Knowledge of SAA programs.
• Ability to work effectively across departments and engage with stakeholders at all levels

Working Conditions

• Sedentary (carrying items less than 25 pounds)
• Work is primarily performed in an office setting via computer.
• There is occasional travel via air, train, and/or car.
• Periodic onsite meetings will require an onsite presence. Travel to the Washington, D.C. at times is required.
• This position directly supports essential services of the U.S. Senate. As such, this position requires the employee be available and prepared to work during government shutdowns, in inclement weather, on holidays, weekends, and during late nights to ensure essential services to the Senate continue without interruption.

The Sergeant at Arms is an equal opportunity employer in accordance with the requirements of Senate rules, regulations, and applicable Federal Laws. This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. Decisions to grant reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. Please email employment@saa.senate.gov with “Applicant Accommodation” in the subject line. No moving, relocation or pre-employment travel expenses will be paid for this position, or while in application for this position.

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

Email

employment@saa.senate.gov

Address

U.S. Senate Sergeant at Arms
SH-142 Hart Senate Office Building
Washington, DC, Washington, DC 20001