Strategic Technical Writer/Editor Support
prosidianconsulting
Arlington, VA, us
Posted Oct 3, 2017
- Contract
- Consultant Services
Job description
The purpose of this position will be to perform a very wide range of support functions within a government agency who acts as the executive agent for all 54 States and Territories. The purpose of this contract is to provide the necessary level of professional, technical, organizational, and business improvement and support services required to facilitate the overall objectives of the agency. This individual must be diligent, organized, and hold themselves to a high standard of professionalism while performing their work. Scope/Specifics: Location: Arlington, Virginia Employment type & Duration: Contractor / 1 yr + 4 optional yrs Security Clearance: Secret Required
Communications Team (SCT) queue in the Task Management Tool (TMT) and disseminate the taskers to government personnel within the SCT as well as facilitate with appropriate government personnel to complete each task. The contractor shall perform background research, facilitate and participate in working groups and operational planning team synchronization as well as edit and review correspondence required to complete taskers with the organization strategic communication IAW AR 25-50. The contractor shall upload/download documents edited and reviewed correspondence within TMT required to support these taskers. Writing, editing, and preparation of speeches for government leaders will be a major focus of this position. The contractor shall update and maintain an information database to draw material from for speeches, presentations, and briefings as well as analyze/research and tailor speeches to ensure correct themes & messages are delivered. They will be asked to edit and review articles, white papers, and strategic talking points for personnel within the Engagement Communication Messaging (ECM) Board and leadership. This contractor shall attend and facilitate working groups and OPTs with Directorates and partner organizations in developing effective, long-term communications plan. This contractor shall provide technical writing, formatting and editing for multiple monthly, quarterly, and annual publications this agency publishes as well as draft, format, and edit specific plans/initiatives such as ARNG Strategic Communications Plan, ARNG Vision & Strategy, ARNG Strategic Assessment Report to name a few. The contractor shall perform research, conduct focus groups, interviews when necessary to accomplish the task. The contractor shall also conduct training sessions on the technical aspects of Strategic Communication and Engagement periodically to all team members to ensure compliance and efficiency moving forward.
CORE COMPETENCIES Teamwork – ability to foster teamwork collaboratively as a participant, and effectively as a team leader Leadership – ability to guide and lead colleagues on projects and initiatives Business Acumen – understanding and insight into how organizations perform, including business processes, data, systems, and people Communication – ability to effectively communicate to stakeholders of all levels Motivation – persistent in pursuit of quality and optimal client and company solutions Agility – ability to quickly understand and transition between different projects, concepts, initiatives, or work streams Judgment – exercises prudence and insight in decision-making process while mindful of other stakeholders and long-term ramifications Organization – ability to manage projects and activity, and prioritize tasks BENEFITS AND HIGHLIGHTS At ProSidian, we invest in our employees to help them stay healthy and achieve work-life balance. Our growing list of benefits currently include the following for Full Time Employees: • Competitive Compensation: Pay range begins in the competitive ranges with Group Health Benefits, Pre-tax Employee Benefits, and Performance Incentives. Group Health Insurance Benefits: • Medical: ProSidian partners with BC/BS, to offer a range of medical plans, including high-deductible health plans or PPOs. • Dental: ProSidian dental carriers - Delta, Aetna, Guardian, and MetLife. • Vision: ProSidian offers high/low vision plans through 2 carriers: Aetna and VSP. For medical and dental benefits, the Company contributes a fixed dollar amount each month towards the plan you elect. Contributions are deducted on a Pre-tax basis. • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan: 401(k) Retirement Savings Plans help you save for your retirement for eligible employees. A range of investment options are available with a personal financial planner to assist you. The Plan is a pre-tax Safe Harbor 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match. • Vacation and Paid Time-Off (PTO) Benefits: Eligible employees use PTO for vacation, a doctor’s appointment, or any number of events in your life. Currently these benefits include Vacation/Sick days – 2 weeks/3 days | Holidays - 10 ProSidian and Government Days are given. • Pre-Tax Payment Programs: Pre-Tax Payment Programs currently exist in the form of a Premium Only Plan (POP). These Plans offer a full Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Plan and a tax benefit for eligible employees. • Purchasing Discounts & Savings Plans: We want you to achieve financial success. We offer a Purchasing Discounts & Savings Plan through The Corporate Perks Benefit Program. This provides special discounts for eligible employees on products and services you buy on a daily basis. • Security Clearance: Due to the nature of our consulting engagements there are Security Clearance requirements for Engagement Teams handling sensitive Engagements in the Federal Marketplace. A Security Clearance is a valued asset in your professional portfolio and adds to your credentials. • Leverage-able Experience and Thought Leadership: By collaborating with firm leadership, other members of the team, as well as Fellows and collaborating partners in what is a flat organization, you'll make valuable professional connections, gain experience, and contribute to Thought Leadership while you build a basket of marketable experiences. • ProSidian Employee & Contractor Referral Bonus Program: ProSidian Consulting will pay up to 5k for all referrals employed for 90 days for candidates submitted through our Referral Program. • Performance Incentives: Due to the nature of our consulting engagements there are performance incentives associated with each new client that each employee works to pursue and support. • Flexible Spending Account: FSAs help you pay for eligible out-of-pocket health care and dependent day care expenses on a pre-tax basis. You determine your projected expenses for the Plan Year and then elect to set aside a portion of each paycheck into your FSA. • Supplemental Life/ Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance : If you want extra protection for yourself and your eligible dependents, you have the option to elect supplemental life insurance. D&D covers death or dismemberment from an accident only. • Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance: Disability insurance plans are designed to provide income protection while you recover from a disability. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION - The Best Way To Apply • ProSidian Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or Vietnam era, or other eligible veteran status, or any other protected factor. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. • ProSidian Consulting has made a pledge to the Hiring Our Heroes Program of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation and the “I Hire Military” Initiative of The North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC) for the State of North Carolina. All applicants are encouraged to apply regardless of Veteran Status. • Furthermore, we believe in "HONOR ABOVE ALL" - be successful while doing things the right way. The pride comes out of the challenge; the reward is excellence in the work. FOR EASY APPLICATION USE OUR CAREER SITE LOCATED ON .