Supervisory Communications Specialist

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Open: April 30, 2026 — Closes: May 4, 2026

Summary

This position is part of the Office of Science - Headquarters, Department of Energy. As a Supervisory Communications Specialist, you will be responsible for providing high-visibility products for public, industry, and industry stakeholders. Create innovative and visual messages to clearly communicate the Office of Science's mission and priorities.

Major Duties

The Department of Energy's mission is to ensure America's security and prosperity by addressing its energy, environmental and nuclear challenges through transformative science and technology solutions. The Office of Science - Headquarters office works to deliver scientific discoveries and major scientific tools to transform our understanding of nature and advance the energy, economic, and national security of the United States. We are the nation's largest federal sponsor of basic research in the physical sciences and are a major supporter of research in such key scientific fields as physics, materials science, computing, and chemistry. We are also the lead federal agency supporting fundamental scientific research related to energy. As a Supervisory Communications Specialist, you will: Develop and implement integrated corporate strategies for communications and branding to support the organization's goals. Plan, organize, evaluate, and direct the work of communications specialists and writer‑editors, including assigning tasks, evaluating performance, and addressing employee relations. Oversee web-based information technology and social media platforms, including content development and accessibility for the Office of Science's online presence. Provide authoritative advice and recommendations on communications issues, ensuring efficient and effective documentation and communication of office activities and strategic plans. Develop, write, and review articles, news releases, scripts, and other materials to communicate scientific concepts and organizational objectives to diverse audiences.