Are you looking for a Challenge? Looking for an innovative organization and the opportunity to learn and grow professionally? At Terrestris, we are changing the way small businesses hire. We are seeking a Communication Specialist for the United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Marketing and Regulatory Programs (MRP) Information Technology (IT) Support to join our team of talented professionals who possess the experience, vision, commitment, and integrity to successfully support the strategic goals of the U.S Department of Agriculture. Join our team, grow your career, and crush your goals at Terrestris.
I’ve never heard of Terrestris. What do you do?
At Terrestris, we leverage technology to create better mission outcomes through better human performance. We approach this by forming strong client and team relationships through transparency. We strive to create an environment where our team can let their excellence shine through. By finding, developing, and incorporating new ideas, we provide memorable services. Rooted in the USMC values of honor, courage, and commitment, Terrestris seeks to deliver extraordinary values to the American people by helping the Government become more efficient and effective.
So, what will the Communication Specialist at Terrestris do?
The vision for the USDA is to provide leadership on food, agriculture, natural resources, rural development, nutrition, and related issues based on public policy, the best available science, and effective management. The USDA’s mission is to provide economic opportunity through innovation, helping rural America to thrive; to promote agriculture production that better nourishes Americans while also helping feed others throughout the world; and to preserve our Nation's natural resources through conservation, restored forests, improved watersheds, and healthy private working lands
Specifically, this role serves to develop written and visual Communication Services for the Information Technology Division. You will develop
and implement outreach/communication activities by developing and compiling results/feedback from surveys, focus groups, and other engagements.
What does a typical day look like for the Communication Specialist?
You will:

• Format and edit interagency broadcast messages as requested, must be delivered within 24 hours of receipt in the format requested, approximately 40 messages monthly
• Create and review templates for documents to ensure they are standardized across all ITD within the timeline requested. In the format requested
• Develop and consolidate information on emerging technologies and procedures into SOPs or written documents within the timeline identified when tasked in the Microsoft Office format requested
• Builds and edits and slide presentation for ITD as requested within the timeline identified when tasked
• Builds and edits documents for ITD as requested within the timeline identified when tasked
• Create, edit, track, publish, and standardize organizational documents to include policies, procedures, and other authoritative documents such as

memorandums

• Maintain in print and electronic media
• Develop and maintain multimedia communication platforms ensuring information and visual designs are in compliance with USDA Web Standards and Style Guide

What qualifications do you look for?
You might be the person we’re looking for if you have:

• A bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations or relevant field or equivalent combination of education and/or experience
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar role
• Proficiency in MS Office; familiarity with design software (e.g.Photoshop, In Design) and content management systems is a plus
• Knowledge of copywriting and editing
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to multi-task and manage time effectively. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail are needed
• Proven experience in web design and content production
• Experience in copywriting and editing
• The understanding of project management principles Working
• Knowledge of MS Office; photo and video-editing software

What kind of benefits does Terrestris Offer?
We offer outstanding benefits including health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category.
Terrestris is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Application Question(s):

• Are you proficient in web design software such as Photoshop or In Design?
• Do you have experience in editing and copywriting?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Communication skills: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Riverdale, MD: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person