Interested in working in an innovative, collaborative environment with motivated, social people? At Arc Aspicio, you can join an innovative consulting firm that specializes in management, strategy, process, human capital, data, and technology professional services to deliver compelling solutions. Our mission is to create and deliver integrated, innovative solutions to enhance our nation's future. Our projects make a positive mission impact for our government and homeland security clients.
Consulting senior associates and managers support work on mission-critical projects, embrace leadership opportunities, learn new skills, and contribute to and grow our company. We invest in hiring, mentoring, and training smart, self-driven critical thinkers interested in learning the consulting business, helping win new business, and implement strategic initiatives. We seek to hire a diverse team that collaborates, inspiring inspiration in all we do. Candidates have a wide range of education, experience, and backgrounds. We look for employees who share ideas and work on inclusive, helpful teams on company and client projects.
The Federal IT Communications and Outreach Manager is a consulting associate that leads a team that designs and delivers strategic and operational communications and facilitates organizational change with stakeholders in an emergency management environment. They lead multiple workstreams, collaborating closely with clients and stakeholders in a fast-paced, complex environment. They have 3-5 years of experience in strategic communications and management. Master's Degreepreferred. They help clients design and deliver communications strategies in a fast-paced, mission-critical environment - helping inspire action with emergency management stakeholders. Ideal candidates bring expertise in communicating change, an innovation mindset, experience in consulting, and a desire to contribute to the company.Candidates join our company, not just a project, and are part of our strategy, collaborative team environment, and future growth as we focus on tackling the world's toughest challenges.
Hybrid Work Environment: Arc Aspicio is currently operating in a hybrid work environment where employees are at client sites, the Arc Aspicio DC office, and remotely. Candidates must live in the Washington, DC area on their start date, ready to work with their team.
Responsibilities Lead a tight-knit communications and outreach team on a large, information technology project with the GovernmentLead communications outreach to national audiences to help communities and individuals use technology tools to protect themselves from flood riskIntegrate with Agile development teams to identify and address change management needsDeliver outstanding client service to diverse stakeholders and act as a trusted adviser on organizational capability-building and change initiativesManage teams and provide mission and innovation-focused support on complex management consulting projects for the Federal GovernmentApply excellent consulting, business analysis, and communications skills to quickly identify problems, analyze challenges, and recommend solutions to our team and our clientsLead initiatives to implement company strategy, grow new business, and develop our capabilitiesContribute to our company culture, which promotes client-focused teamwork, learning, and helping others to grow and develop Required Qualifications 3-5 years of experience in strategic and operational communications focused on helping stakeholders adapt to new policies, processes, and technology solutionsExperience leading a communications team; experience on Government and/or IT projects preferredExperience and strong interest in supervising and developing employeesMaster's Degree strongly preferredPassion for communicating and collaborating with individuals and teams and working with complex emergency management and technology subjectsSignificant experience planning, writing, and editing communications materials and communicating complex topics through a variety of channelsInterest in strategizing and writing a diverse set of strategic communications materials to help stakeholders understand how to use technology resources and to navigate change (website content, fact sheets, newsletters, presentations, trainings, communications plans, etc.)Excellent written and oral communications skills (presentation skills, meeting facilitation, etc.)Ability to act as a liaison to coordinate with subject matter experts to and translate complex information into messages easily understood by the general public, lay audiences, and stakeholdersAbility to post web content on internal or external websites using web content management systems (CMS)Loves to learn and is willing to reach out to stakeholders to communicate and share ideasAbility to work in a dynamic environment, completing regular work quickly and able to balance strategic work with day-to-day operations on busy projectsStrong interest in emergency management, flood risk communications, mitigation, national preparedness, and homeland security consultingExperience using the entire Microsoft Office SuiteCritical Skills: Communication, entrepreneurial spirit, strong work ethic, excellent problem-solving skills, and interest in working in a fast-growth consulting firm, not just working on one projectEducation: Bachelor's Degree minimum. Master's Degree preferredClearance: US Citizenship Only (no dual citizenship) and ability to obtain an agency-level security clearancePreferred Qualifications Master's Degree in Communications, Business, Technology, Public Policy, or related fieldProject Management Professional (PMP) certificationKnowledge of Section 508 complianceExperience with web content management software, SharePoint, and other technology related to communications and outreachApplying to the Company: Please tell us about your interests and background; we would be grateful! Our competitive recruiting process favors candidates who include a short cover letter that highlights your interest in the company and role, relevant experience, and potential.
About Arc Aspicio: We create and deliver integrated, innovative solutions to enhance our nation's future. A consulting and solutions company, Arc Aspicio brings bold ideas to live solves problems by applying our integrated capabilities in strategy, design, data, human capital, behavioral science, and technology. Our vision is to be the hub of creativity where people take action to change the world. Employees collaborate with clients using human-centered processes. Our teams use Arc Aspicio's Strategy Innovation Labmethods, tools, and templates to accelerate results for our clients. We seek team members that:
Want to learn the business of consulting and excel as professionals and leadersBuild a strong network of professional relationships with their teams and clientsLearn quickly, ask for help, and look for ways to go beyond a task and achieve resultsWant to learn and share knowledge and express gratitude teammates who become more than just coworkersSeek leadership opportunities at all levels and build new skills to apply to diverse projectsCommitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Innovation: Arc Aspicio is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and safe workplace and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As a growing firm, we welcome applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and strong potential and growth. Diverse, inclusive teams can accelerate results for the client and company and stimulate innovation in all we do. Employment is based on qualifications, merit, and business need. Equal Opportunity Employer/M/F/D/V
