Digital Communications Coordinator at Vistra Communications

Description

Vistra Communications is seeking a passionate and creative Digital Communications Coordinator to manage the online presence of the Commandant of the Marine Corps Safety Division (CMC SD) and play a vital role in promoting a culture of safety across the Marine Corps. As the Digital Communications Specialist, you will oversee the CMC SD public website, internal SharePoint sites, and social media channels. CMC SD enhances the Marine Corps’ warfighting capability through integrated “force preservation” measures to manage risk and prevent mishaps.

CMC SD publications are distributed electronically throughout the Marine Corps via SharePoint, email, the MarineNet Community site, and the CMC SD and NAVSAFECOM websites, etc. This is an onsite role at the CMC SD office in Arlington, VA, near Fort Myer.

Objectives

• Drive CMC (SD) safety promotion through long and short-term solutions to create a culture of safety within the Marine Corps.
• Develop MCSMS (Marine Corps Safety Management System – the Marine Corps Safety Management System) promotion and marketing strategies.
• Produce engaging promotional and informational materials via printed and electronic mediums.

Tasks & Responsibilities

• Provide website coordination and data management of web-based portals and tools to support the safety mission.

SharePoint Site Management

• Manage SharePoint sites content and user access.
• Administer sites, including adding/deleting users and managing user privileges.
• Serve as the Point of Contact (POC) with the Enterprise IT (Information Technology) Services (EIS) team on troubleshooting and site development.

Safety Division Website

• Maintain current web content associated with CMC SD efforts.
• Execute monthly reviews and updates.
• Identify and assess potential expansions of capabilities and functionality as programs and requirements change.
• Align the website with the organization’s brand, strategy, and standards.
• Audit content and remove duplicate information.
• Complete tests to ensure website efficiency and quality.
• Create strategies to improve website traffic.
• Develop website content to support organizational goals and strategies.
• Identify ways to improve website user experience.

Safety Division Social Media Channels

• Manage Safety Division social media channels (Facebook, Instagram, and potentially others), including assisting with social media campaigns and other marketing efforts.
• Leverage your strong knowledge of the social media ecosystem to effectively manage the social community.
• Develop and execute a social planning calendar for daily social media posts and content generation.
• Use social media analytics & publishing tools to increase and track engagement.
• Create and share compelling graphics to increase engagement.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Minimum of five years of experience managing websites and social media channels, including content creation, analytics, and community engagement.
• Experience working with SharePoint sites, including content management and user access administration.
• Working knowledge of content management systems (CMS) such as AFPIMS (or similar).
• Strong understanding of social media marketing principles and best practices, including experience developing and executing social media campaigns.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Photoshop, and InDesign.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to create compelling content for various audiences.
• Experience working with government or military organizations is highly desirable. 
• Must possess an active Secret Security Clearance.

US Citizenship Required: Due to the requirements of the federal contract that this position supports, U.S. citizenship is required. Citizenship will be confirmed via I-9/E-Verify at the start of employment.