Temporary Senior Office Assistant - National Academy Of Sciences

Job Description Summary:

The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine are renowned institutions committed to advancing scientific knowledge, engineering innovation, and medical research.

We invite talented and driven candidates to join the National Academies for a temporary project. This communications project will support efforts to amplify the visibility of NAS programs, events, resources, and membership activities through creative and engaging digital content including social media posts, innovative social media campaigns, and multimedia content.

Job Description:

Job Description

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

• Draft social media posts for the Academy's X, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram accounts, highlighting NAS programs, events, member news, and online content.

• Assist in developing social media campaigns celebrating occasions such as AAPI Heritage Month and National Cancer Research Month, leveraging opportunities to spotlight the work of NAS members and initiatives.

• Create eye-catching graphics and multimedia content to enhance social media posts.

• Assist in tracking weekly and monthly social media analytics to evaluate post performances and make suggestions for improvement.

• Monitor news, trends, and engagement on social media to identify opportunities to amplify content and build audiences.

• Contribute to the development of email newsletters.

• Participate in division team meetings and brainstorming sessions to learn more about cross-divisional activities and consider how to increase their online visibility.

• Attend cross-divisional meetings to stay informed on Academies-wide communications activities and provide updates on NAS communications plans.

NONESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

• Related duties and special projects as assigned.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Familiarity with social media platforms and digital marketing trends.

• Proficiency in graphic design tools such as Canva and Photoshop.

• Enthusiastic and self-motivated with a creative mindset.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

• Knowledge or interest in science/science communications.

Minimum Education/Training Requirements: High school diploma, GED, or equivalent knowledge.

Minimum Experience: Three years of clerical and/or administrative experience.

Physical Capabilities: Ability to work at a computer for extended periods of time.

Required Licenses, Certification, or Registration: None.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Controls: Reports to an Associate Program Officer, Program Officer, or Senior Program Officer. Supervisor is available to organize work, set objectives, and assist in problem resolution.

Compensation: The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine support equity, fairness, and transparency in our compensation programs. An estimated compensation range for this position is $23.04 - $28.79 per hour. Compensation offered to the selected candidate will be based on the candidate's relevant knowledge, skills, and work experience, commensurate with compensation of current employees in comparable positions with similar knowledge, skills, and work experience, and subject to budget parameters. Note it is not typical for a candidate to be hired at the higher end of the range.

Work Environment: Hybrid office/telecommute environment, expected onsite percentage 40%, with occasional travel between National Academies' facilities.

The National Academies' Statement on Diversity and Inclusion:

We, the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (the National Academies), value diversity among our staff, members, volunteers, partners, vendors, and audiences. We recognize that talent is broadly distributed in society and that many perspectives enhance the quality of our work and drive innovation and impact.

We pledge to cultivate a workplace culture and climate that promotes inclusion, belonging, accessibility, and anti-racism; upholds equity; and values the participation of all who are engaged in advancing our mission. By embracing the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in our programs, institutional policies and practices, and products, we will be able to better advise the nation on the most complex issues facing society and the world.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

It is the policy of the National Academies to recruit, hire, transfer, compensate, and promote people in all job categories and to administer all other personnel actions, terms and conditions of employment in a manner that is consistent with equal employment, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, ethnicity, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, disability, medical condition for which a person has been rehabilitated or cured, marital status, family responsibilities, genetic information, political affiliation, personal appearance, matriculation, unemployment status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. It is also the institution's policy to recruit, hire, promote, and provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and covered veterans who are otherwise qualified.

Any qualification to be considered equivalent, in lieu of stated minimum, requires the prior approval of the Office of Human Resources.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Some functions in this description may be specific to a particular unit of the National Academies and not applicable to other units.

Job Family:

ADMN

Employee Type:

Employee

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

37.5

City/State:

Washington, District of Columbia