Communications Specialist

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Are you interested in joining some of the brightest talent in the world to strengthen the United States’ security? Come join Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) where our employees apply their expertise to create solutions for BIG ideas that make our world a better place.

We are dedicated to fostering a culture that values individuals, talents, partnerships, ideas, experiences, and different perspectives, recognizing their importance to the continued success of the Laboratory’s mission.

Pay Range

$77,610 - $95,052 Annually for the G04.1 level
$93,090 - $113,988 Annually for the G04.2 level

This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting.  An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.

We have an opening for a Communications Specialist to support the Livermore Information Technology (LivIT) Enterprise Secure Network Hub (ESN Hub) program. The ESN Hub program provides users across the Nuclear Security Enterprise with essential IT resources to collaborate efficiently and effectively. You will interact with all levels of administrative, management, and IT staff on the creation of knowledge base articles, operations communications, IT services promotions and communication plans to deliver consistent and accurate information to a wide range of technical and non-technical audiences. This position is in the Technical Information Department and matrixed to LivIT.

This position offers a hybrid schedule, blending in-person and virtual presence. You will have the flexibility to work from home one or more days per week. 

These positions will be filled at either level based on knowledge and related experience as assessed by the hiring team. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if hired at the higher level.

You will

• Develop original content and provide writing and editing services for projects targeted to specific audiences involving web and other media platforms including ServiceNow; employ careful attention to grammar, spelling, syntax, formatting and legibility and ensure all standards regarding information security are applied; coordinate aspects of publishing from concept through writing, review, production and distribution.
• Work with service owners, business units or project groups, to coordinate communication projects; assess incremental input and multiple iterations and develop communication styles for technical and sensitive material.
• Interpret technical information and translate into various forms (e.g., one-pagers, tutorials and knowledge base articles) of easily understandable communications.
• Support communication projects, often with quick turnaround times and in collaboration with multiple contributors.
• Coordinate and evaluate the progress of multiple, simultaneous projects and results achieved.
• Work closely with other staff in the completion of various projects; helps ensure project meets cost, schedule, and quality commitments. Participate in ad hoc planning and status meetings.
• Work effectively with ESN Hub program staff members and federal stakeholders at all levels to support the program and its communications needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional job responsibilities at the G04.2 level 

• Work independently on assigned tasks to create complex technical content and coordinate the full spectrum of editorial and communication services (e.g. writing and editing reports, creating presentations, authoring knowledge base articles and training materials)
• Define technical communications strategies, messages, audiences and key deliverables for a variety of complex and specialized products/projects; coordinate all aspects of development, schedule and lead planning and status meetings; review work of team members.

• This position requires an active Department of Energy (DOE) Q-level clearance or active Top-Secret clearance issued by another U.S. government agency at the time of hire.
• Bachelor’s Degree in English, communications, journalism, engineering or scientific area, or the equivalent combination of education and experience in technical communication.
• Experience as a technical writer/editor, planning, developing, organizing, and writing content effectively across various types of communication platforms, including web and digital copywriting, across multiple scientific and/or technical communication areas.
• Knowledge of and experience using effective professional writing/editing techniques for a variety of media including comprehensive knowledge of technical language, usage, and style conventions.
• Knowledge of and experience using style conventions, professional principles and technical communication practices and standards.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office and Adobe software tools, particularly templates, charts, and various presentation formats.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills, including ability to work both independently and within a demanding team environment in order to meet tight deadlines while managing competing priorities. Advanced written and verbal communication skills.
• Good understanding of processes, timelines, and specifications involved in various technical communications projects.

Additional qualifications at the G04.2 level

• Writing and editing experience in a wide variety of scientific areas or technical areas.
• Project management experience leading complex multi-functional technical communication projects and teams with multiple technical groups in order to translate and develop communication materials that are easily understood by business-oriented customers including establishing team commitments of cost, schedule, and quality.
• Experience collaborating with senior managers, clients, team members, peers, and stakeholders to meet organizational/ programmatic objectives.

Qualifications We Desire

• Knowledge of and/or experience working in a service center, customer service or information technology
• Experience in knowledge management, including authoring and updating knowledge base articles, training others as authors, and utilizing ServiceNow for task management, reporting, and dashboard creation.

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Position Information

This is a Career Indefinite position, open to Lab employees and external candidates.

Why Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory?

• Included in 2025 Best Places to Work by Glassdoor!
• Flexible Benefits Package
• 401(k)
• Relocation Assistance
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Flexible schedules (*depending on project needs)
• Our values - visit https://www.llnl.gov/inclusion/our-values

Security Clearance

This position requires an active Department of Energy (DOE) L-level or Q-level clearance or an active Secret or Top Secret clearance issued by another U.S. government agency at time of hire. 

Pre-Employment Drug Test

External applicant(s) selected for this position must pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test. This includes testing for use of marijuana as Federal Law applies to us as a Federal Contractor.

Wireless and Medical Devices

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If you use a medical device, which pairs with a mobile device, you must still follow the rules concerning the mobile device in individual sections within Limited Areas.  Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities require separate approval. Hearing aids without wireless capabilities or wireless that has been disabled are allowed in Limited Areas, Secure Space and Transit/Buffer Space within buildings.

Pre-Placement Medical Exam

A job related pre-placement medical examination may be required.

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