Digital Specialist II, Digital Strategy

Digital Specialist II (Digital Strategy) (Telework) (Full-Time)

• Bethesda, Maryland
• Job Description

Overview

Join the HJF Team!

 

HJF is seeking a Digital Specialist II (Digital Strategy) (Telework) (Full-Time) to support the Consortium for Health and Military Performance (CHAMP). HJF provides the Uniformed Services University with scientific, technical, and programmatic support services. 

 

This position will manage the front and back end of all of CHAMP’s websites. The incumbent will be integral to creating, contributing, and implementing CHAMP’s digital strategy. This role will optimize our search engine performance, develop and implement UX/UI strategies, and oversee webpage strategy and functionality. The Digital Specialist must develop a deep understanding of the CHAMP website’s needs, goals, priorities, and deficiencies to meet CHAMP's digital communication goals. The following are the main websites the incumbent will be working on:

• champ.usuhs.edu
• hprc-online.org
• opss.org

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike. Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners. HJF's support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.

Responsibilities

• Digital strategy–Leads the development and implementation of CHAMP’s digital strategy. Working with team members, this position will identify and address gaps in performance metrics, develop and execute creative solutions, and monitor and present findings and trends. This position should be able to communicate website performance metrics to both other digital specialists and scientists/content leads. Responsible for planning and implementing improvements based on data-driven insights.
• Search Engine Optimization (SEO)–Develop and execute comprehensive SEO strategies to improve organic search rankings, including optimizing generative AI search trends.
• Website operations–Responsible for creating, editing, and updating webpages on CHAMP websites and intranet using current best practices. Performs regular audits and troubleshooting along with quality assurance strategies to improve user experience and ensure 508 compliance.
• Digital experience– Assists with UX/UI development and integration. Liaise with subcontractors, internal team members, and stakeholders to ensure digital strategy and operations are centralized, streamlined, and executed timely.
• Market research–Stays current with industry trends and emerging digital technologies (e.g. AI) to recommend new strategies and tools. Communicates and educates content leads/scientists on strategies.
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for the role.

Qualifications

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must have excellent writing, editing, and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail are needed.
• Working knowledge and experience with Google Analytics (G4).
• Basic command of HTML & JavaScript for customizing template settings.
• Foundation in UX / UI development and integration.
• Utilization of Figma and/or other related/similar design tools.
• Experience using the full scope of Google products, Adobe Acrobat, Jira, and Drupal.
• Preference for demonstrated school work or work experience with identifying and implementing search engine optimization.
• Preference for familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite for assistance in creating web graphics and short videos.
• Preference for knowledge of 508 compliance guidelines.
• Preference for knowledge of military culture, education and nutrition and the social sciences/behavioral health field a plus. 

• The incumbent must be able to work independently, identify deficiencies and resolutions, and perform duties with minimal guidance.

• Ability to obtain and maintain a T1 Public Trust. 

Work Environment

• This position will take place primarily in an office setting.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree required. Master’s Degree preferred. Preference for degrees in Web design, Communications, Marketing, Media / Graphic Design or related field.  
• Minimum of 3-5 years experience required.

Compensation

• The annual range for this position is $64,200-$85,000.00. Actual salary will be determined based on experience, education, etc.

Benefits

• HJF offers a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on your health and well-being, from medical, dental, and vision coverage to health savings and retirement plans, and more.

 

Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, contacting your professional references, verification of previous employment, education and credentials, a criminal background check, and a department of motor vehicle (DMV) check if applicable. Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer. 

 

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

 

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)