Communications Specialist

RESULTS. INNOVATION. VALUES. ACCOUNTABILITY.

That’s RIVA.

We’re a mission-driven IT services company and systems integrator supporting digital transformation and modernization for federal government agencies. Since 2009, we’ve partnered with our customers to solve complex challenges through smart, practical innovation to deliver real outcomes where they matter most. Our teams are made up of industry-leading experts who are passionate about doing great work and making a difference. We don’t just develop solutions, we support efforts that strengthen communities and serve the public good.

RIVA’s culture is built on four core values: Results, Innovation, Values, and Accountability. They guide how we work, how we collaborate, and how we measure success. Our employee-first approach is rooted in trust, ownership, and meaningful work. By investing in our people and fostering a flexible, supportive environment, employees have the opportunity to grow their skills, contribute ideas, and make an impact from day one, all while supporting missions that matter.

POSITION OVERVIEW
Supports the DHA R&D-MRDC Public Affairs Office by providing legislative communications, congressional coordination, research translation, and executive communications support. Develops high-quality communications products, coordinates congressional taskers, translates complex biomedical research into plain language, and supports executive leadership communications.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

Support legislative communications and congressional engagement.
Monitor legislative developments and committee activities.
Draft white papers, executive summaries, briefings, and formal responses.
Translate scientific and medical research for non-technical audiences.
Coordinate stakeholder input and tasker responses.
Manage ETMS2 task tracking and reporting.
Prepare executive presentations and communication products.
Support Public Affairs Office operations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
Experience supporting Government, defense, healthcare, or scientific communications.
Knowledge of legislative communications or public affairs.
Excellent writing, editing, research, and coordination skills.
Experience preparing executive communications.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

DHA, DoD, Army, or biomedical research experience.
ETMS2 experience.
Congressional tasking support.
Executive briefing development.
The salary or salary range for this role reflects an estimated range informed by multiple compensation factors. Final offers may vary based on considerations such as relevant experience, education and training, critical skillsets, and overall business needs.

Pay range
$95,000 – $105,000 USD

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY & ACCOMMODATION
We believe great teams are built from different backgrounds, perspectives, and lived experiences, and we mean that beyond the buzzwords.

RIVA is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants of every race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by law.

If you need an accommodation at any point in our process, send an email to [email protected], we’ll be happy to help.

VETERAN SUPPORT & ACCESSIBILITY
As a federal contractor, RIVA follows the requirements of the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act, supporting the employment and advancement of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. If you’re a veteran, we encourage you to self-identify during the application process, it helps us track our hiring commitments and, in some cases, may support priority referral for open roles.

RIVA also invites applicants to voluntarily self-identify as having a disability during the application process, not because it affects your chances of being hired, but because it helps us measure how well we’re living up to our commitments and identify where we can do better. Your response is confidential and entirely optional.

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