Digital Communications Specialist

Minimum Requirements: 

• Relevant experience commensurate with level which includes prior communications experience. 
• Experience in writing skills, familiarity with AP Style, experience with graphic design tools, content creation software and excellent oral, digital, social media and visual communications skills. 
• Depending on work location, qualify as a Radiological Worker I to gain unescorted access to most of the Nuclear and Radiological facilities. 
• Depending on work location, qualify for and maintain a position within the INL’s Emergency Operations Center or Joint Information Center 
• Level 2: Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing or relevant field and 2 years of experience. 
• Master’s degree in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing or relevant field and 0 years of experience. 

• PhD in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing or relevant field and 0 years' experience.  

• Level 3: Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing or relevant field and 5 years of experience. 

• Master’s degree in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing or relevant field and 2 years of experience. PhD in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing or relevant field and 2 years of experience. 

   

Preferred Experience: 

• Previous experience with science or engineering public communication.
• Experience and knowledge of nuclear energy.

Job Information: 

• The pay range for this position is: Level 2 ($57,444 - $112,068) / Level 3 ($66,504 - $136,356). At Idaho National Laboratory compensation decisions are determined using factors such as education, relevant experience, and other credentials. 
• TDP: This is a testing designated position; you will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and periodic drug testing throughout the term of your employment. 
• Multi-Level: This is a multi-level posting and you will be placed at the appropriate level dependent on depth and breadth of proven experience and skills. 

Physical Requirements

• While performing the duties of this classification, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel,
  bend and work in an office environment. The job requires hand/finger dexterity to keyboard or type, handle materials,
  manipulate tools and reach with hands and arms. The job requires the operation of office equipment. The employee must
  occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds with assistance. Sufficient visual acuity and hearing capacity to perform
  the essential functions and interact with people is required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
  individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits and Relocation
 

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match
• Paid time off (personal leave)
• Employee Education Program (tuition assistance)
• Comprehensive Relocation Package
• Benefit eligibility subject multiple factors, including employment status and position classification.

At this time, BEA will not sponsor any H1-B visas obtained outside of the United States of America (U.S.A.), including consular visas.

INL is a science-based, applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energy’s mission in nuclear energy research, science, and national defense. With more than 6,300 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to change the world’s energy future and secure our nation’s critical infrastructure.
INL Mission
Our mission is to discover, demonstrate and secure innovative nuclear energy solutions, other clean energy options and critical infrastructure.

INL Vision
Our vision is to change the world’s energy future and secure our nation’s critical infrastructure.

Selective Service Requirements
To be eligible for employment at INL males born after December 31, 1959 must have registered with the Selective Service System (SSS). For more information see www.sss.gov.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of INL to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. 

Reasonable Accommodation
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Other Information
When applying to positions please provide a resume and answer all questions on the following screens. Applicants, who fail to provide a resume or answer the questions, may be deemed ineligible for consideration.

INL does not accept resumes from third party vendors unsolicited.