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Technical Writer

JMark Services
  • McLean, Virginia
    1 day ago

    Job Description

    Technical Writer
    Location: McLean, VA
    Clearance: TS/SCI w/ Poly
    Position Overview
    At JMark, clear communication is essential to mission success. We are seeking Technical Writers across multiple discipline levels to support the Legislative/Legal Research Lead, Legislative Liaisons, and Law Clerk/Attorneys. This role focuses on developing clear, accurate, and compelling documentation that communicates complex intelligence and legal information to Congressional stakeholders, ensuring ODNI intent and activities are fully understood.
    Key Responsibilities
    Writing & Editing
    • Draft, edit, and format documents, reports, and briefing materials for senior and Congressional audiences.
    • Translate complex intelligence and legal content into clear, concise language tailored to policymakers.
    • Ensure consistency, accuracy, and alignment with ODNI and IC standards.
    Support to Legislative & Legal Teams
    • Collaborate with Legislative/Legal Research Leads, Legislative Liaisons, and Law Clerk/Attorneys to prepare high-quality deliverables.
    • Provide editorial support for legal and legislative documents, ensuring clarity and compliance.
    Communication & Knowledge Integration
    • Maintain awareness of ODNI priorities and IC mission objectives to accurately reflect intent in written materials.
    • Apply strong writing and communication skills to bridge technical detail with strategic messaging.
    Success Factors
    The ideal candidate will be:
    • Clear & Concise Communicator – Translates complex topics into accessible language.
    • Detail-Oriented & Precise – Ensures accuracy and compliance across all documents.
    • Collaborative & Responsive – Works effectively with legal, legislative, and policy teams.
    • Mission-Aware & Strategic – Understands IC objectives and tailors communications to Congressional needs.
    Qualifications
    • Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Political Science, or related field.
    • 0–15+ years of experience in technical writing, editing, or policy/legislative communications (multi-discipline levels available).
    • Demonstrated ability to write and edit for senior or Congressional audiences.
    • Strong organizational and communication skills.
    Preferred
    • Experience supporting ODNI, IC, or DoD communications.
    • Familiarity with legislative and legal processes.
    • Professional writing/editing certifications (e.g., Technical Writing, Plain Language, or Editing credentials).
    Why Join JMark?
    At JMark, we transform complexity into clarity. As a Technical Writer, you will ensure intelligence and legal information is communicated effectively to Congress, supporting understanding, trust, and mission success.
    Your expertise. Our mission. One standard: excellence.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationMcLean, Virginia
    Websitehttps://www.jmarkservices.com/

    Skills

    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Detail Orientedunmatched
    • Documentationunmatched
    • Editingunmatched
    • English Languageunmatched
    • Integrated Circuits (ICs)unmatched
    • Knowledge Managementunmatched
    • Legalunmatched
    • Legal Documentsunmatched
    • Legal Researchunmatched
    • Maintain Complianceunmatched
    • Organizational Skillsunmatched
    • Policy Developmentunmatched
    • Political Scienceunmatched
    • Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI)unmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Technical Editingunmatched
    • Technical Strategyunmatched
    • Technical Writingunmatched
    • Top Secret Clearanceunmatched
    • United States Department of Defense (DoD)unmatched
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