Communications Specialist – Web Content, Social Media, Scientific Translation & Nationwide Communications Support

About the Role

We're seeking a digital communications professional to support website management, social media, scientific translation, and nationwide coordination across the OAR communications network. You'll transform scientific information into clear public-facing content and manage daily web, social, and editorial workflows.

What You'll Do

• Write and edit web/news stories, social posts, and digital content
• Translate complex scientific information into plain language
• Manage and update OAR WordPress pages and the internal Google Site
• Maintain content calendars and track nationwide communications needs
• Manage OAR Research Instagram, Facebook, and X channels
• Monitor engagement and coordinate with NOAA social-media teams
• Prepare analytics reports using Looker Studio
• Provide training, guidance, and SOPs to nationwide communicators
• Support campaigns, research recaps, and special initiatives

What You'll Bring

• Experience in communications, digital content, science communication, journalism, or public affairs
• Strong writing, editing, proofreading, and scientific translation abilities
• Experience with WordPress and social-media platforms
• Ability to coordinate multiple projects, deadlines, and review cycles
• Strong communication, research, and organizational skills

Preferred

• Experience with Federal, scientific, research, or mission-driven organizations
• Background in science, environmental studies, journalism, or related fields
• Experience with Google Workspace, Looker Studio, Canva, or similar tools
• Experience providing training or developing SOPs

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other protected status.