Leads Outreach/Communications Specialists team, providing strategic oversignt for briefings, development of materials, and management of stakeholder outreach. The Lead Outreach/Communication Specialist will oversee and guide a team of two Outreach/Communication Specialists while actively performing outreach duties. This coach/player role requires the Lead to dedicate 75% of their time to executing the same responsibilities as the Outreach/Communication Specialists and 25% to providing oversight, collecting and reporting data to the Program Management Office (PMO), and ensuring alignment with program goals. The Lead will play a critical role in driving strategic outreach efforts, maintaining quality standards, and fostering collaboration within the team. Reports to Deputy Program Manager. + Collaborate with Program Manage/Deputy PM to develop strategic plans for partnerships and collaborations. + Oversee outreach efforts to Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) and Veteran Support Organizations (VSOs), Military Support Organizations (MSOs). + Supervise and mentor two Outreach/Communication Specialists, providing guidance and support to ensure successful execution of responsibilities. + Collect, analyze, and report outreach data to the PMO, ensuring accurate tracking of activities and outcomes. + Monitor team performance and provide recommendations for process improvements and enhanced strategies. + Ensure alignment of outreach efforts with program goals and government directives. + Outreach Execution (Coach/Player Role): + Coordinate and conduct outreach activities, including MTF briefings, conferences, Yellow Ribbon events, and other government-identified initiatives. + Present and disseminate information about inTransition, RWC, and PHCoE at events. + Maintain media relations to expand the reach and impact of initiatives. + Develop written outreach materials and provide recommendations for improved strategies. + Collaborate with Program Manage/Deputy PM to develop strategic plans for partnerships and collaborations. + Oversee outreach efforts to Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) and Veteran Support Organizations (VSOs), Military Support Organizations (MSOs). + Write conference and report summaries, providing actionable recommendations. + Provide administrative support for meetings and initiatives involving inTransition and related programs. **Minimum Qualifications** + Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or related field. Master's degree in Communications, Marketing, or related field preferred. + Strong project management and public speaking skills. + 6-8 years of experience with 5+ years experience in outreach, communications, or stakeholder engagement in military healthcare, or government programs. + Expertise with military health systems, transition processes, military and VA behavioral health systems + Experience developing military program communication materials and leading outreach campaigns. + Strong ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and external government stakeholders. + Clearance Level: Public Trust + Prepared to travel ~25% of the time **Other Job Specific Skills** + Experience working with government/military programs or initiatives. + Knowledge of military and veteran support organizations. + Expertise in media relations and social media strategy. + Familiarity with Psychological Health initiatives and campaigns. + Proficiency in using virtual communication tools and platforms. + Demonstrated ability to collect, analyze, and report data to leadership teams. **Compensation Ranges** Compensation ranges for ASM Research positions vary depending on multiple factors; including but not limited to, location, skill set, level of education, certifications, client requirements, contract-specific affordability, government clearance and investigation level, and years of experience. The compensation displayed for this role is a general guideline based on these factors and is unique to each role. Monetary compensation is one component of ASM's overall compensation and benefits package for employees. **EEO Requirements** It is the policy of ASM that an individual's race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation or national origin are not and will not be considered in any personnel or management decisions. We affirm our commitment to these fundamental policies. All recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting for all job classifications is done without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, or age. All decisions on employment are made to abide by the principle of equal employment. Physical Requirements The physical requirements described in "Knowledge, Skills and Abilities" above are representative of those which must be met by an employee to successfully perform the primary functions of this job. (For example, "light office duties' or "lifting up to 50 pounds" or "some travel" required.) Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with qualifying disabilities, who are otherwise qualified, to perform the primary functions. **Disclaimer** The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. $100-120K EEO Requirements It is the policy of ASM that an individual's race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, gender identity, veteran status, sexual orientation or national origin are not and will not be considered in any personnel or management decisions. We affirm our commitment to these fundamental policies. All recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting for all job classifications is done without regard to race, color, religion, sex, veteran status, disability, gender identity, or age. All decisions on employment are made to abide by the principle of equal employment.