Public Affairs Specialist

Location: Boulder, Colorado
Job Category: Public Relations | Marketing
Job ID: 12041
Employment Type: Full time
Salary: per year
Posted: 12.30.2024

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Job Description:

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), a scientific research agency under the U.S. Department of Commerce, is seeking a Public Affairs Specialist at the ZA-III salary level for a permanent position in Boulder, CO. This person will research and write press releases, feature stories, blog posts and other materials about NIST research and programs; pitch stories to reporters and field reporter inquiries; develop text for infographics and social media; and provide communication coaching and advice to NIST staff. Applicants must submit with their application two writing samples that demonstrate the ability to translate complex chemistry, physics, biotechnology and/or computer science research concepts into journalistic lay language. Salary range is $96,684 – $149,465, commensurate with experience. This is a full-time, on-site, permanent position. Some telework may be permitted according to Department of Commerce policy. Must be a U.S. citizen or national to apply.
 
Applications will be accepted until January 13, 2025. Apply at https://www.usajobs.gov/job/825946700. Department of Commerce is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Requirements:

Applicants must possess one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-9 (ZA-II at NIST) in the federal service. Specialized experience is defined as experience writing and editing content for communicating complex scientific and technical research topics to a variety of audiences in lay language and journalistic style; and experience pitching science news to various media outlets.