Job Overview

This job will be accepting candidate submissions through midnight EST, 7 November 2024.

The HQ AFRL Commander's Action Group (AFRL/CCX) seeks to fill a mid-level, DO-0301-02 Communications Action Officer at Wright-Patteson Air Force Base, Ohio.

Position Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Serves as the Communications Lead for the AFRL Commander and assists the Executive Director, Chief Technology Officer, Vice Commander, Mobilization Assistant, Command Chief and AFRL Directors as communications specialist.
• Serves as a project manager and action officer for the AFRL Commander's Action Group (CAG). Collaborates with AFRL Public Affairs (PA) on communications efforts.
• Assists in formulating AFRL's research, science and technology message to DoD, AF and AFMC senior leadership, industry and academic Leaders and world-class scientists.
• Prepares AFRL Leadership for speaking engagements and key events such as Air Force Association Conferences, Space Symposium, Corporate Forum and Senior Leader Offsite.
• Assists other CAG Action officers in planning high-quality engagements with government, industry, community, and academia stakeholders/partners to include prep sessions, protocol support, tours of facilities, and detailed logistics to ensure all vents run smoothly.
• Works in conjunction with AFRL/PA to support Public Affairs-led communications initiatives that involves the AFRL Front Office Group.
• Serves in a confidential capacity to directly support the Commander and Legislative Liaison action officer with communicating topics that can be sensitive in nature to public officials.
• Leads time-sensitive special projects, develops briefings/reports/speeches, and ensures AFRL Leadership is prepared for various speaking engagements.
• Represents AFRL on a wide range of efforts, including special reviews, strategic communications, messaging improvement efforts and integrated product teams, with host installation, AFMC and DAF.

Telework

Yes, this position is eligible for telework opportunities; as determined by agency policy

Remote Work (CONUS)

No, this position is not approved for remote work.

Required Qualifications

• US Citizenship
• Must have at least one year of specialized experience at the next lowest grade level or equivalent grade level of the position being advertised
• Ability to obtain and maintain appropriate security clearance
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov

Desired Qualifications

• Degree in English, communications, writing, marketing, journalism, or related field
• Previous experience writing speeches
• Ability to think strategically and articulate AFRL's vision, mission, and goals.
• Effecitve interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Be a motivated, team-oriented, and flexible individual with a proven recordd of performance and success.
• Have accountability and attention to detail with follow-through.
• Have the ability to work within an ambiguous, fast-moving environment, while also driving toward clarity and solutions.
• Excellent people skills, with an ability to collaborate with customers and team members.
• Prior AFRL experience

Additional Information

• Incentives may/may not be authorized
• Travel may be required for this position

(Req 44567 )

Series

0301

Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) employs approximately 11,500 military, civilian and contractor personnel, and manages a $7 billion portfolio of investments. The lab supports external customers and partners with industry while investing in basic research, applied research and advanced technology development. As one integrated lab, AFRL seamlessly supports the Science & Technology needs of two services: the Air Force and the Space Force.