Communications Specialist - Web Developer
About the Company
Acclaim Technical Services, founded in 2000, is a leading language, operations, and technology services company supporting a wide range of U.S. Federal agencies. We are an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) company, which is uncommon within our business sector. We see this as a significant strength, and it shows : ATS is consistently ranked as a top workplace among DC area firms and continues to grow.
About the Role
ATS is actively hiring a Communications Specialist – Web Developer with TS / SCI w / Polygraph supporting our Consulting and Analytics Division in Mclean, VA. This is an exciting opportunity to provide high-visibility impact on an evolving mission that requires a self-motivated, creative individual to work with a talented and dedicated team. The ideal candidate will have expertise in Strategic Communications and Joomla web development, ensuring effective digital engagement and content management.
Responsibilities
- Develop and distribute internal communications aligned with strategic messaging.
- Draft and publish workforce messages promoting FO events such as All Hands meetings.
- Gather and summarize key topics for the weekly newsletter to engage the workforce.
- Design and maintain websites that adhere to best practices, accessibility guidelines, and branding requirements.
- Collaborate with stakeholders, designers, and technical teams to develop and update digital content.
- Create and implement visually appealing, user-friendly web pages and newsletters.
- Ensure compliance with Section 508, GDPR, CCCA, and other regulatory standards.
- Identify and resolve website issues, coordinating with IT and external vendors as needed.
- Monitor and analyze website performance using Google Analytics, reporting on key metrics.
- Gather content requirements and update web text, images, videos, and multimedia.
- Provide editorial quality control and support mass email distribution via EDGE Mass Email Tool.
- Format, design, and troubleshoot automated subscription emails in Joomla Acymailing, providing performance metrics.
- Work with FO staff to develop and deploy new communication strategies.
- Act as a technical liaison between users, managers, and developers.
Qualifications
Active TS / SCI clearance with full-scope polygraph requiredBachelor’s degree (four years of relevant experience may substitute in lieu of a degree) and fifteen (15) years or more experience; Masters and thirteen (13) years or more experience; PhD or JD and (10) years or more experience.Extensive experience in Strategic Communications and Joomla CMS web developmentExcellent verbal and written communication skillsStrong project management skills; ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlinesCreative mindset with a keen eye for design and user experience (UI / UX)Knowledge of website UX, accessibility compliance (Section 508, GDPR, CCCA)Strong analytical skills with a data-driven approach to content optimizationFamiliarity with Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat)Experience with SharePoint, WordPress, Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft OneNoteBenefits
Medical insuranceVision insurancePension planPaid maternity leaveTuition assistanceDisability insurance401(k)Paid paternity leaveSeniority level
Mid-Senior levelEmployment type
Full-timeJob function
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