Job Summary

Deputy Unit Chief for the IHSC Communications Unit supports the Unit Chief in leading national-level communications, staff supervision, workflow management, strategic messaging, executive communications, digital content, campaigns, and crisis/issues support. Ensures accurate, timely, audience-focused products aligned with ICE and IHSC priorities. This position is only open to current USPHS officers. USPHS Call to Active Duty (CAD) candidates are not eligible for this position.

Job Description

PREFERRED SKILLS: Knowledge of media relations and digital engagement practices, including story pitching, inquiry response, web content management, social media coordination, and performance analysis. Ability to translate complex initiatives, data, and program outcomes into clear, audience-appropriate narratives and messaging. Experience managing internal and external web content, including content planning, review, accessibility, accuracy, and governance. Experience preparing executive-level communications, including speeches, talking points, briefings, announcements, and leadership messages. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Sitting or standing for extended periods of time [6-8 Hours]. Duty hours outside core business hours, such as evenings or weekends. Performing repeated bending motion. Average manual dexterity for computer operation.