Overview

PNNL’s Communications organization is comprised of over 100 talented communications professionals committed to elevating PNNL’s reputation, inspiring action, and engaging audiences by transforming the Lab’s science into influential communications and compelling stories.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities

As a key member of PNNL's Communications team, this role combines strategic relationship management with hands-on internal communications expertise. The position serves as both a trusted advisor and execution-focused communications professional supporting the Operational Systems Directorate (OSD). OSD is responsible for managing PNNL's facilities and infrastructure; environment, health, safety, and security programs; project management; and nuclear operations. Working at the intersection of Communications and OSD, this role ensures effective information flow while maintaining strong partnerships that advance the Laboratory's operational excellence and safety culture.

Partnership Management

• Serve as the primary communications liaison between the Operational Systems Directorate (OSD) and Communications, managing relationships and coordinating communications needs.

• Build and maintain strong working relationships with OSD stakeholders to understand their business priorities, challenges, and communications requirements.

• Proactively identify communications opportunities and potential issues.

• Align OSD communications efforts with Lab-wide narratives and messaging frameworks.

Communications Planning & Strategy

• Develop and implement comprehensive communications strategies aligned with both OSD and broader Lab objectives.

• Lead communications for OSD initiatives, ensuring clear, consistent, and impactful messaging.

• Coordinate with the broader Internal Communications team to support Lab-wide staff communications efforts.

• Identify and plan proactive communications opportunities that enhance operational effectiveness.

• Establish and track metrics to measure communications effectiveness.

Content Development & Creation

• Write and edit clear, compelling content that translates complex concepts into accessible staff communications.

• Develop multi-channel content including executive messages, newsletter articles, intranet stories, presentation materials, and digital signage.

• Maintain consistent voice and messaging across all communications materials.

• Build and manage a content calendar aligned with operational milestones and initiatives.

• Ensure all content meets PNNL brand standards and editorial guidelines.

Project & Management

• Lead complex, multi-phase communications projects from conception through execution.

• Develop and maintain project schedules, milestones, and deliverables.

• Use established task management system to track projects and assign work.

• Coordinate cross-functional teams including subject matter experts, reviewers, and creative resources.

• Manage communications budget and resources effectively.

• Identify and mitigate potential risks to project success.

• Balance multiple concurrent projects while ensuring quality and timeliness.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• BS/BA and 7+ years of relevant experience -OR-

• MS/MA and 5+ years of relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated expertise in internal communications strategy and execution

• Strong relationship management and stakeholder engagement abilities

• Excellence in written and verbal communications

• Experience providing communications counsel to senior leaders

• Project management skills with ability to handle multiple concurrent initiatives

• Strategic thinking with proven ability to translate complex topics into clear messages

• Understanding of communications measurement and analytics

• Knowledge of change management communications

• Digital communications and content management system experience

• Track record of implementing communications best practices

Additional Information

Not Applicable.

Testing Designated Position

Thi is not a Testing Designated Position (TDP).

About PNNL

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is a world-class research institution powered by a highly educated, diverse workforce committed to the values of Integrity, Creativity, Collaboration, Impact, and Courage. Every year, scores of dynamic, driven people come to PNNL to work with renowned researchers on meaningful science, innovations and outcomes for the U.S. Department of Energy and other sponsors; here is your chance to be one of them!

At PNNL, you will find an exciting research environment and excellent benefits including health insurance, and flexible work schedules. PNNL is located in eastern Washington State—the dry side of Washington known for its stellar outdoor recreation and affordable cost of living. The Lab’s campus is only a 45-minute flight (or 3 hour drive) from Seattle or Portland, and is serviced by the convenient PSC airport, connected to 8 major hubs.

Commitment to Excellence and Equal Employment Opportunity

Our laboratory is committed to fostering a work environment where all individuals are treated with fairness and respect while solving critical challenges in fundamental sciences, national security, and energy resiliency. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), protected veteran status, and any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local laws.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures and in employment. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, contact us at careers@pnnl.gov.

Drug Free Workplace

PNNL is committed to a drug-free workplace supported by Workplace Substance Abuse Program (WSAP) and complies with federal laws prohibiting the possession and use of illegal drugs.

If you are offered employment at PNNL, you must pass a drug test prior to commencing employment. PNNL complies with federal law regarding illegal drug use. Under federal law, marijuana remains an illegal drug. If you test positive for any illegal controlled substance, including marijuana, your offer of employment will be withdrawn.

HSPD-12 PIV Credential Requirement

In accordance with Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) and Department of Energy (DOE) Order 473.1A, new employees are required to obtain and maintain a HSPD-12 Personal Identity Verification (PIV) Credential. To obtain this credential, new employees must successfully complete and pass a Federal Tier 1 background check investigation. This investigation includes a declaration of illegal drug activities, including use, supply, possession, or manufacture within the last year. This includes marijuana and cannabis derivatives, which are still considered illegal under federal law, regardless of state laws.

Mandatory Requirements

Please be aware that the Department of Energy (DOE) prohibits DOE employees and contractors from having any affiliation with the foreign government of a country DOE has identified as a “country of risk” without explicit approval by DOE and Battelle. If you are offered a position at PNNL and currently have any affiliation with the government of one of these countries, you will be required to disclose this information and recuse yourself of that affiliation or receive approval from DOE and Battelle prior to your first day of employment.

Rockstar Rewards

Employees and their families are offered medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, basic life insurance, disability insurance, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, tuition assistance, supplemental parental bonding leave, surrogacy and adoption assistance, and fertility support. Employees are automatically enrolled in our company funded pension plan and may enroll in our 401k savings plan. Employees may accrue up to 120 vacation hours per year and may receive ten paid holidays per year.

• Research Associates excluded.

**Once eligibility requirements are met.

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Notice to Applicants

PNNL lists the full pay range for the position in the job posting. Starting pay is calculated from the minimum of the pay range and actual placement in the range is determined based on an individual’s relevant job-related skills, qualifications, and experience. This approach is applicable to all positions, with the exception of positions governed by collective bargaining agreements and certain limited-term positions which have specific pay rules.

As part of our commitment to fair compensation practices, we do not ask for or consider current or past salaries in making compensation offers at hire. Instead, our compensation offers are determined by the specific requirements of the position, prevailing market trends, applicable collective bargaining agreements, pay equity for the position type, and individual qualifications and skills relevant to the performance of the position.

Minimum Salary

USD $105,600.00/Yr.

Maximum Salary

USD $163,500.00/Yr.