Communications Writer

David T. Scott & Associates, LLC (DTS) is a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business that serves public- and private-sector clients. DTS excels at helping our clients respond to daunting challenges related to program management/governance, strategic planning/organizational advancement, business process efficiency and learning enhancement.

DTS is seeking a writer who can work directly with high-level clients to develop written communications to stakeholders and the workforce. Written deliverables can range from official emails, presentation talking points, memorandums, website content, and various marketing collateral. Successful candidates will be able to write and mimic the voice of various leaders, choose correct tone based on audience, and be responsive to changes driven by leadership or circumstances. This candidate should have strong background in journalism, communication, and professional skills which enable them to explain complicated concepts in a simple manner.

The skills needed to excel in this position include excellent communications and interpersonal skills, the ability to adapt as necessary and follow up to ensure communications are completed on time and meet client requirements. The project environment requires someone who is self-motivated, flexible, adaptable, responsive and willing to learn new content and skills.

Responsibilities

• Draft and compose written communications to reflect organizational voice in newsletters, emails, and web copy
• Interview and compile award nominations for external and internal awards to highlight accomplishments of individuals or teams
• Review multiple documents simultaneously, while working both independently and with other writers
• Proofread communication text and recommend revisions or changes in content and format (e.g., font selection, font size and presentation (like bold or italics), spacing, margins, alignment, columns, indentation, and lists)
• Identify and correct spelling, punctuation, and grammar errors
• Ensure executed documents conform to existing templates to maintain consistent look and feel across multiple communication channels
• Create and update templates that meet Government regulations and are easy to utilize and maintain

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, English or Literature, Business or related discipline
• Minimum 2 year of related experience
• Ability to collaborate with senior management and other team members
• Proven experience as a communication journalist
• Ability to write in different tones based on audience
• Self-motivated, flexible, adaptable, responsive and willing to learn new content and skills
• Execute tasks that are time-sensitive while attentive to detail
• Excellent writing communications skills and organization skills; accustomed to working as a part of a dynamic project team with shifting work priorities
• Proficient in the full suite of Microsoft Office tools, Google Drive, and related programs
• Exceptional ability to explain complex matters clearly and concisely

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in writing communications on behalf of high-level leaders, emails, memorandums, bios, award nominations, newsletters, etc.
• Interest in federal acquisition.

Why Choose DTS?

• We are a growing consulting and cybersecurity services firm with opportunities for employees to make an impact and advance their careers.
• The culture at DTS reflects our size, scope, and team. We actively promote a healthy work-life balance and host numerous opportunities for team-building and social interaction between colleagues.
• DTS offers competitive salaries with a benefits package that includes 401K matching, top-tier medical and dental coverage, and generous personal time off.
• We have an employee-centric environment, with policies that support individual development, from formal training and mentoring to stretch opportunities.
• Employees are seen, heard, and appreciated at DTS. The company has been recognized for outstanding employee satisfaction.
• DTS gives back to the community, supporting nonprofits that benefit veterans, the environment, and the local community and providing employees paid time off to volunteer with the charitable organizations they support.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, sex, religion, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or perceived sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, and gender expression, familial status, political affiliation, genetic information, height, weight, or any other legally protected status or characteristics.

All DTS offers of employment are contingent upon the ability to complete and successfully adjudicate a background investigation. Background investigation components can vary dependent upon specific assignment and/or level of US government security clearance held.

Job Details:

• Location: Remote
• Compensation: $55,000-$65,000

Salary at DTS is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the combination of education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, internal and external equity, location, and clearance level, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. In addition, to support the ability to reward for merit-based performance, DTS typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.