Communications Specialist. Job in Asheville LilyLifestyle Jobs

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 and 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

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Required Skills and 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 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, virtual, 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

Voluntary Life Insurance

Accident Insurance

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

EEO Statement
Chloeta provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. 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.

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