Writer & Editor – Onsite

Arlington, TX - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

ERG is a research and consulting firm that provides a wide range of support to federal state and commercial clients. ERG offers multidisciplinary teams with nationally recognized skills in engineering science economics public health informational technology and communications. We hire people with the best minds and then provide them with a vibrant and flexible environment in which to develop their careers. The qualified individual must be highly motivated with the skills to prioritize perform and communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment.

ERG is seeking an experienced Writer/Editor to provide communications writing and copyediting support. This is a one-year contract position with the potential for extension.

The selected candidate will work on-site at a federal agencys offices in downtown Washington D.C. providing essential support for its programs and management initiatives.

Duties Will Include:

Identify gaps in current communication efforts and develop and execute comprehensive strategic plans to effectively convey agency messaging and priorities
Provide editorial and communications guidance to program offices
Write speeches talking points and briefings for agency leadership
Draft original content for webpages fact sheets and other communication products on a wide range of topics tailored for diverse audiences
Conduct background research to ensure accuracy completeness and credibility of communication products
Copyedit and proofread documents for grammar punctuation clarity tone consistency and adherence to agency style guides
Perform substantive editing including reorganizing or rewriting content for coherence flow and readability
Ensure compliance with the Plain Language Act Section 508 accessibility standards and agency branding guidelines
Collaborate closely with government staff subject matter experts digital teams and other contractors
Track and incorporate feedback from multiple stakeholders into revised deliverables

Qualifications and Skills:

8 years of professional experience in communications writing and editing
Experience developing comprehensive communications plans and strategies
Proven experience writing speeches talking points and briefings for senior leadership
Experience producing content for websites publications and other communication platforms
Skilled in copyediting both technical and non-technical materials for clarity tone and accuracy
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word Excel PowerPoint)
Working knowledge of The Associated Press (AP) Stylebook

The ideal candidate will also possess:

Exceptional attention to detail
Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills
Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines while consistently delivering high-quality work
BA/BS in Journalism English Environmental or Occupational Health Science or a related field
Experience writing about health and safety topics
Experience performing Section 508 reviews and ensuring documents meet accessibility standards
Familiarity with Plain Language Act requirements

$80000 - $105000 a year

ERG offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits including health and dental insurance life insurance long-term disability educational benefits FSAs a generous 401k plan profit sharing an EAP 11-20 paid vacation days per year 10 paid holidays per year 56 hours or more of sick leave (based on the state you work in) per year (pro-rated for part-time) and more. The salary range for all positions depends on the years and type of experience.

ERG is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable EEOC regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age race color religion sex sexual preference national origin disability or status as a protected veteran.

Please be aware the only authentic corporate domain for ERG is . ERG may on occasion screen applicants via telephone or video interviews via Skype Teams GoToMeeting or another type of video platform. However any candidate extended a job offer might be asked to meet in person with an ERG employee before providing confidential personal information associated with new employment.

If youre a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ERGs online application process as a result of your disability. To request accommodation please contact Human Resources via email at emailprotected or call .

ERG fosters a friendly flexible work environment. ERGers are dedicated to serving clients who are committed to making the world a better place. We promote and recognize principles of fairness and respect in the work we do the partnerships we foster and the culture we value both within and outside of our organization.