Jr. Technical Writer (Remote)
Clearance: Public Trust
Work Location: Remote
Position Description:
Network Runners is seeking a Jr. Technical Writer to support The United States Coast Guard (USCG) Acquisition Directorate (CG-9). CG-9 missions include ongoing communication support for both internal USCG audiences and interested external audiences, including the public, journalists, and other United States Executive and Legislative departments. CG-925 also routinely supports communication efforts led by the Commandant's Advisory Group, Atlantic/Pacific Area Commanders, Deputy Commandant for Mission Support (DCMS), other headquarters and field elements, and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) elements as part of ongoing communications concerning CG-9 related activities.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Assist with research, planning, implementation, and evaluation support in the development of acquisition-related communication guidance and plans.
- Assist CG-925 staff with conducting research, preparing read-ahead materials, and drafting speeches, briefings or talking points on an as needed basis.
- Assist with writing, editing and proofreading fact sheets, media advisories, acquisition updates, white papers, and other written materials for audiences to include the media, as well as internal and external stakeholders.
- Provide research for and assist with drafting responses to information requests from the media and other stakeholders.
- Write, edit, and proofread unique news articles, with at least one (1) being a new feature article, per week on the CG-9 public website or feature articles each month as described below for CG-9 or USCG publications or websites, including at least one article per month in support of CG-9 input to the USCG blog.
- Provide writing support, including planning, research, and development of newsletters.
- Assist in development of branded communication tools, including posters; brochures; trifolds; guides; charts and graphs to support acquisition communication products and engagement.
- Maintain standard templates for regularly used communication products, including posters, brochures, guides, charts, and graphs.
- Provide writing support, graphic design, and layout for each update to the CG-9 fact sheets as stated in Media & Stakeholder Outreach Materials.
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum 4-6 years’ experience.
- BA in English, Journalism, Creative Writing or related field.
- Must be proficient in English, both written and verbal, to ensure effective communication and collaboration.
- Experience in supporting USCG, DoD or DHS is a plus.
- A positive attitude, enthusiasm for daily challenges, a commitment to quality, and the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
Type of Job: Full Time
Salary: Competitive Salary
Attractive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, HSA/FSA, LTD/STD, PTO, Federal Holidays
Work location: Washington, DC (Remote)
Company Description:
Network Runners, Inc. is an Information Technology Solutions Company - providing innovative IT solutions and organizational support within the DOD and the Civil sector. Our largest presence is in the U.S. Army, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy, DHS/USCG, DHS/S&T, USSTRATCOM etc., providing Information Technology and Organizational Support solutions. Today, NRI’s experienced, and highly qualified team members are in nearly a dozen cities nationwide. We are recognized for our value, ingenuity, and mission focus. Headquartered in Sterling, Virginia, NRI is an established CMMI Maturity Level 3 and ISO 9001: 2015, ISO/IEC 20000-1:2011, ISO/IEC 27001:2013, ISO 14001 Certified Small Disadvantaged Woman Owned Small Business.
Network Runners, Inc. (NRI) is an equal opportunity employer. NRI prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, ethnic or national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. NRI conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.