Communications Specialist

Job Summary The Communications Specialist supports project management and program execution by facilitating clear, timely communication across federal agency teams, partners, and stakeholders. This role develops and disseminates internal and external communications, supports project tracking and reporting, and ensures alignment of messaging across multiple projects and resource areas. Supervisory Responsibilities No Job Classification Permanent; Full-Time Duty Station Asheville, NC (Hybrid, 2 days minimum onsite) Travel Up to 75% (Travel required throughout the National Forests in North Carolina) Duration This role is anticipated to last 6 months, with the possibility of extension pending contract options. Duties/Responsibilities Serve as point of contact for district-level project communications and coordination Support project management activities including intake forms, trackers, and reporting systems Develop and distribute internal communications (reports, briefings, employee updates, presentations) Prepare external communication materials for partners, stakeholders, and the public Coordinate communication across districts, leadership, and program areas Provide regular updates on project status, milestones, and accomplishments Support preparation of materials for meetings, workshops, and briefings Assist with meeting planning, facilitation, and information dissemination Track, synthesize, and route communications and information requests Develop content for websites, reports, and outreach materials Support stakeholder engagement and coordination activities Maintain communication records, documentation, and reporting tools Ensure messaging aligns with federal agency policies, branding, and communication standards Assist with project performance tracking and coordination across teams Provide customer service support to internal staff and partners (Note: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties; additional duties may be assigned as needed.) Required Skills/Abilities Strong written and verbal communication skills, including report and content development Ability to coordinate multiple projects and manage communication workflows Strong organizational and time‑management skills Ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders and interdisciplinary teams Experience developing internal and external communication materials Experience supporting project management activities (tracking, reporting, coordination) Familiarity with federal agencies or public sector communications Proficiency with communication and collaboration tools (Teams, SharePoint, etc.) Education and Experience Required: Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Business Administration, or a related field Required: Minimum 3 years of experience in communications, public affairs, or project coordination Required: Experience developing written communication products and supporting project reporting Preferred: Training or certification in project management or strategic communications Preferred: Experience working with federal agencies or similar organizations Physical Requirements Ability to work in an office or remote environment with standard computer equipment Ability to attend meetings and travel occasionally as needed Ability to communicate effectively in person, virtually, and written formats Benefits Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Health Savings Account (HSA) MDLIVE Benefit Hub Paid Annual Leave/PTO Paid Sick Leave Paid Holidays 401(k) Basic Life Insurance Voluntary Life Insurance Accident Insurance Short Term Disability Long Term Disability Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Pre-employment Requirements Due to the nature of Chloeta’s services, this position is contingent upon completing satisfactory background screenings, including government security clearance, federal and state criminal background checks, drug test, Motor Vehicle Record review, educational history, employment history, and/or credit check. Pre‑employment screenings will occur after acceptance and before commencement of work. The federal I‑9/E‑Verify process is also required. Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy Employees may be subject to additional drug or alcohol testing at any time during employment, including without prior notice. EEO Statement Chloeta provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. #J-18808-Ljbffr