Health Communications Specialist

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 to provide support to our Federal Government customer.

This is a hybrid remote position that will require some onsite work at our client's location in Atlanta, 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 formative research available.
• 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. Provide recommendations on how to make websites and products align with digital first best practices and improve data display.
• Ensure that all communications materials follow best practices for health education, risk communication, and plain language by following the federal government client's 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 representative of the communications team and provides meeting updates/summary to relevant team members.
• Coordinate with subject matter experts, as well as communications professionals from across the branch and Division, other Divisions and Centers, and external partners to share information and ensure effective efforts and successful collaboration. 
• Proactively identify, research, and resolve problems or issues; participate in team strategy sessions to discuss solutions. 

Required Skills and Experience

• Minimum 3 years of previous relevant experience required, preferably as editor and in communications in a public health setting. 
• Experience developing communications materials for various platforms, such as factsheets, web content, videos, social media, infographics, podcasts, and commentaries.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail. 
• Experience with writing in plain language. 
• Ability to collaborate with others and be a team player. 
• Graphic and multimedia skills. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Adobe Office Suite and advanced Microsoft Excel and SharePoint. 
• Knowledge of Section 508 guidelines preferred.
• Visual design experience preferred.
• 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 preferred. 
• Previous experience with federal government public health agency 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

• Bachelor's degree in a related field such as: Communications (journalism, advertising, marketing, public relations); or English (writing/editing); or Public Health required. 

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. May need to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.

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.

TSS is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and participates in E-Verify. All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We welcome and encourage diversity in our workforce. Our policies provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local laws.  For more information, visit Know Your Rights and Pay Transparency Statement . TSS complies with the Drug-free Workplace Act of 1988.

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

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https://recruiting.paylocity.com/Recruiting/Jobs/Details/2991603