Digital Communications and Stakeholder Engagement Specialist

The Building People, LLC, has a position open for a full-time Digital Communications and Stakeholder Engagement Specialist on the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Solar Energy Technologies Office (SETO) communications team. The communications team is a creative, high-performing team at the Energy Department, and leads campaigns to support the rapid adoption of solar energy across the country to achieve 100% clean energy. The position is based in Washington D.C. and the office follows a hybrid work schedule. This communications role is responsible for developing communications strategies and content and analyzing the results of those efforts. Using a variety of tactics and strategies, this person will elevate awareness of office activities to internal and external stakeholders. The position requires collaboration with technical managers, program managers, and National Laboratories to identify solar research achievements that can be conveyed through various communication channels.

The Digital Communications and Stakeholder Engagement Specialist will be part of a team that helps communicate the office’s mission, activities, and goals externally and internally. Examples of the team’s work include the Solar Futures Study launch, the Connect the Dots on Solar Energy campaign, and the Hit Me With Your Sun Shot photo competition. 

• Writing and editing communications materials, blog posts, success stories, etc.
• Strategic communications planning
• Stakeholder engagement and planning
• Data tracking and reporting
• Web strategy and management

Candidates should demonstrate how they have contributed to integrated communications campaigns, have proven their ability to coordinate and communicate with a diverse group of people, and have demonstrated an interest in environmental, energy, or related issues. A master’s degree and experience in energy, environmental, or scientific field is preferred. Seniority and responsibilities will be based on experience. 

Qualifications include the ability to work as part of a team in a diverse group of technical and non-technical staff, to track and manage tasks, and to develop creative strategies to set and achieve goals. The candidate must be a self-starter and will need to manage competing priorities and respond to tight deadlines in a bureaucratic environment.

Professionals from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.  The Building People provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.  

• Bachelor’s degree
• 7 (seven) – 10 (ten) years’ experience
• Experience in communications
• Excellent writing and editing skills
• Ability to respond to quick turnaround requests and is highly responsive
• Ability to work under time constraints and tight deadlines
• Ability to carry out multiple projects concurrently
• Strong project management and time management skills
• Experience with online communications, CMS, email platforms, and social media
• Keen attention to detail
• Ability to work both individually and in a team environment
• Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred Experience & Skills

• Experience in energy, environmental, or scientific field is preferred
• Proficiency in digital communications including web and video
• Stakeholder relationships in clean energy

Required Education

• A minimum of a B.S. or B.A. in a discipline that provides the functional skills to perform the functions and responsibilities of this Office

Preferred Education

• Master’s Degree is Preferred

Last updated on Sep 6, 2024