Public Affairs Specialist

The Department of Energy (DOE), Office of Inspector General is currently looking for a Public Affairs Specialist in the Immediate Office of Inspector General. Join our professional team of auditors, criminal investigators, and inspectors who help support DOE's mission through performance and financial audits, inspections of management issues and administrative allegations, and investigations into alleged violations of law.

As a Public Affairs Specialist, you will be responsible for a wide range of complex duties. Major duties include, but are not limited to, the following: Develop comprehensive communication strategies that support organizational priorities, strengthen employee engagement, and enhance awareness of DOE OIG programs and accomplishments. Lead the Office of Inspector General's internal communications program. Develop and implement a comprehensive internal communications strategy that promotes transparency, employee engagement, and alignment with organizational priorities. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with members of the news media, specialized groups, and others interested in the OIG's programs and regional offices. Function as the primary OIG media spokesperson. Provide media coaching to Senior positions within the OIG, such as the IG and Deputy IG, as they rely on the incumbent's judgement and recommendations when issuing press releases, discussing issues with the public, and answering questions before Congress. Develop and maintain a communication plan for timely posting of articles, executive profiles, and other items of interest on OIG's external website.

There is no substitution of education for experience at the grade level(s) of this announcement.