Communications Representative Jobs

Are you looking for a company where you can work with talented colleagues to contribute to our core purpose - to work with the government to create results? If you like solving challenges and want to work on mission-oriented government programs, you will thrive in our collaborative environment that fosters inclusivity, encourages innovation, and appreciates you and your contributions when you deliver and grow the company.

Corner Alliance is a dynamic, growing consulting firm that devotes itself to providing an enriching employee experience while meeting project deliverables. We are looking to add an energetic Communications Representative with 0-4 years experience to join our team that will add to our culture and fully embrace our commitments to deliver, grow and thrive. During your tenure with us, you will work on various projects across Federal agencies. Those who have fulfilling careers here get involved across the company, helping the organization grow and supporting a thriving work environment. Whether you’re a Consultant or in Operations, you will work in meaningful ways to create results for the government.

If your strengths include: stakeholder engagement, relationship building, and active listening, then we are looking for you!

About the Role:

The Communications Support Specialist will play a crucial role in promoting and representing the client’s program. This position is ideal for an enthusiastic individual who has recently graduated and possesses a passion for travel, stakeholder engagement, and public safety. You will have the opportunity to travel to various locations, attend events and conferences, and actively engage with stakeholders to raise awareness about the program.

Key Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Assist the team to prepare for and execute meetings, including developing agendas, overall logistics, note taking, tracking actions, producing reports, and/or supporting next steps
• Provide overall programmatic support for project initiatives
• Reporting: Prepare regular reports on activities, accomplishments, and challenges encountered while representing the program; provide insights and recommendations to the management team for program enhancement and stakeholder engagement strategies
• Feedback Collection: Collect feedback and suggestions from stakeholders to identify areas for improvement and future enhancements of the program; effectively document and relay this feedback to the program management team
• Stakeholder Engagement: Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders such as emergency management agencies, public safety organizations, and other relevant partners; collaborate with these stakeholders to understand their needs, address concerns, and foster engagement with the program
• Education and Training: Conduct informative sessions and workshops to educate stakeholders about the functionalities, capabilities, and best practices of the program; provide training materials and resources to enhance stakeholder understanding and utilization of the program
• Support cross-departmental initiatives, effectively collaborating with all parties to successfully fulfill client needs
• Drive tasks and deliverables from start to finish
• Identify potential Business Development opportunities when they arise and escalating them
• Travel and Event Representation: Attend conferences, trade shows, workshops, and other industry events to showcase the program; set up and manage program booths, deliver presentations, and engage with attendees to promote program awareness and gather feedback
• Program Promotion: Act as a brand ambassador for the program, effectively communicating its benefits, features, and importance to stakeholders, including emergency management agencies, public safety organizations, government officials, and the general public
• Conduct research on relevant project topics and programs (i.e., conducting interviews, designing surveys, reviewing federal reports, collecting and theming data, etc.)
• Carry out our Commitments to Deliver, Grow, and Thrive

Location:

You will work remotely, traveling at least 50% of the time.

Required Experience/Skills:

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality assurance
• Demonstrate an unflappable attitude even when faced with changes or adversity
• Bachelor’s degree and 0-4 years of professional experience
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Brings composure and organization to chaos
• Capacity to self educate on a variety of topics
• Ability to work independently and take tasks from concept to delivery
• Receptive to all forms of feedback from clients and colleagues, and proactive to make changes
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment by communicating effectively
• Ability to learn fast and work with all types of personalities
• US citizenship or permanent resident and the ability to pass public trust clearance or suitability

Preferred Experience/Skills:

• Familiarity with the Integrated Public Alert and Warning System (IPAWS) Program.
• Previous experience in consulting, meeting preparation and facilitation, and/or stakeholder outreach

Don’t think you have everything for this role but are still very interested? Please don’t hold back from applying because you may not have it all. There's no such thing as a perfect candidate. You can learn and grow with us. So, please apply if you consider yourself to have great stakeholder engagement skills and this is a role that would make you excited to work every day.

And the part about consulting? You also don’t need to have a consulting background to apply - we have consultants here from many different backgrounds: non-profits, associations, government, private sector and anything in between. We offer a 2 day orientation where we teach you the Corner Alliance Way of Consulting. What you do need are: transferable skills.

Transferable Skills and Traits:

• Prioritization Skills - ability to sequence tasks in order of terms of importance; and willingness to pivot if more important tasks arise
• Rapport Builder - having a natural ability to build candid, honest relationships with our clients and colleagues
• Analytical and Critical Thinking Skills - ability to collect and analyze relevant information, problem-solve, and make rational decisions
• Innovative - willing to challenge the status quo, push boundaries, and suggest improvements to existing processes
• Resourceful - eager to learn more and develop skills you may not have; and ability to learn new systems quickly and a thirst to learn independently
• Excellent Writing Skills - ability to synthesize, be concise, use the active voice, proofread and edit
• Unflappable - capability to navigate unexpected challenges with grace and come up with thoughtful solutions; you fully embrace a ‘we-will-figure-it-out’ mindset in chaos
• Coachable - receptive to feedback and swift on implementing suggestions

About Us:

We are a dynamic and growing management consulting firm headquartered in downtown DC focused on creating an experience that feels a bit different for our clients. We have their backs, push them with new ideas, and start every solution with their stakeholders to create high-performing, high-results Federal Government programs. Corner Alliance is serious about our Commitments: to Deliver excellence, Grow the business and Thrive in a vibrant environment.

Our Core Purpose is simple and meaningful: We work with government to create results.

Corner Alliance offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package for full time employees including 401k matching (4%), PTO (3 weeks to start, 4 weeks (2-5 years) and 5 weeks (5 years+)), health, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, FSA accounts, 4 weeks of paid parental leave, 11 paid holidays (including your birthday off), fitness & cell phone reimbursements, monthly all hands update meetings, annual in-person all hands team building day and evening out, regular check-ins for professional growth goals, semi-monthly one on one performance manager meetings, a social team that coordinates monthly events, use of technology like Slack to keep us connected and collaborative, and overall, a company culture dedicated to a highly engaged team.

Corner Alliance is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other basis covered by applicable law. We are dedicated to building a diverse and talented workforce that reflects the strength of our society and our shared commitment to excellence and inclusivity. We make a steadfast commitment to actively seek, recruit, and hire qualified candidates from these groups for our open positions.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Corner Alliance please call (202) 754-8120 or email [email protected].

Corner Alliance participates in the E-verify program and will provide the Federal Government with Form I-9 information to confirm work authorization in the U.S.

Visit us at www.corneralliance.com to learn more.

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