Social Media Specialist

Job Overview

Great opportunity to work with the U.S. Department of State, managing all Social Media for the public-private partnership, OSAC, on site in Rosslyn, VA. If you love creating social media content and strategy, coming up with media pitches, interviewing, snapping pics, and generally being creative every day for a meaningful mission, apply now.

Global travel, warm and encouraging small office setting with training and lots of creative freedom, independence. Must be able to demonstrate social media content creation for LinkedIn and similar.

Third-party contractor (this is not a direct-hire USG position). Must be a US citizen and possess or be able to obtain a SECRET, Top Secret, and or SCI clearance.

~$83k/annually with full benefits.

Apply here: https://careers-tatitlek.icims.com/jobs/2584/social-media-specialist/job?mobile=false&width=1563&height=500&bga=true&needsRedirect=false&jan1offset=-300&jun1offset=-240

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop, execute, and manage multimedia communications across social media platforms, with occasional integration into press releases, web content, and other media.
• Research and recommend innovative social media strategies, channels, and emerging technologies to enhance outreach and engagement.
• Identify key stakeholders and influencers in the global security community and strategize collaboration opportunities.
• Attend OSAC events to capture and edit media (videos, photos, interviews) and create corresponding graphics.
• Post approved promotional, recap, and informational content across OSAC social media channels.
• Monitor audience engagement, respond to comments appropriately, and foster meaningful interactions.
• Track significant historical events and develop related content for social media.
• Analyze social media metrics, identify trends in engagement, and provide regular performance reports with recommendations for improvement.
• Perform additional duties as required to support OSAC’s communications goals.

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS:

• Must be a U.S. citizen with a valid U.S. passport and able to obtain/maintain a minimum SECRET security clearance.
• Demonstrate expertise in leveraging social media platforms to engage audiences and optimize content for various channels.
• Proven ability to analyze social media metrics and use data to assess and improve strategies.
• Exhibit strong proficiency in English, including exceptional writing, editing, and graphic design skills.
• Possess excellent organizational, time-management, and interpersonal skills, working effectively as both an independent contributor and team member in dynamic settings.
• Demonstrate advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, PowerPoint, Teams, and Excel.
• Proficiency in: Adobe Creative Cloud: Express and Acrobat required; Illustrator, Photoshop, and Premiere strongly preferred. Social Media Platforms & Tools: LinkedIn, X (formerly Twitter), Hootsuite, and analytics tools like Google Analytics.
• Ability to design infographics and other visual assets for digital and print platforms.
• Familiarity with WordPress, Canva, and SurveyMonkey preferred.

REASONABLE ACCOMODATIONS:

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the following essential functions.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

No.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

A professional office in which typical office equipment and information technology is used.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of the job. The employee must be able to: see, hear, and speak; lift objects weighing up to 20 pounds; sit for extended time; and use a personal computer and typical peripheral devices.

TRAVEL:

Yes.

WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE:

• Must be a US citizen and possess or be able to obtain a SECRET, Top Secret, and or SCI.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFYING FACTORS:

Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance. In addition, a satisfactory background screening, negative drug test, positive references and proof of identity and legal authorization to work in the United States are required.

The Tatitlek Corporation gives hiring, promotion, training and retention preference to Tatitlek shareholders, shareholder descendants and shareholder spouses who meet the minimum qualifications for the job.

As an equal opportunity employer, The Tatitlek Corporation recognizes that our strength lies in our people. Discrimination and all unlawful harassment, including sexual harassment, in employment is not tolerated. We encourage success based on our individual merits and abilities without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected Veteran’s status or employment.

Salary$82,680/annually

Pay: $82,000.00 - $83,000.00 per year

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Application Question(s):

• Are you a U.S. citizen who already has or is able to obtain a Secret, Top Secret, and or SCI. clearance?

Work Location: In person