Writer-Editor Ii - Rc

overview

mrc seeks a full time writer-editor ii to support the corporate communications department at the naval surface warfare center, indian head division.

the qualified candidate must have a strong knowledge of the microsoft suite, standard office equipment and excellent communication skills. This position requires strong writing skills to assist in the planning, writing and editing of feature news and technical articles, internal communications, reports and presentations for release to interested internal or external audiences. This position will also be responsible for building coalitions throughout the command as well as with the media, external stakeholders, and other individuals of considerable influence.

The candidate must have demonstrated professional experience writing and copy editing articles, press releases or other written content describing complex scientific or technical topics using lay language for a general audience using the associated press (ap) stylebook.

a bachelor’s degree and at least six (6) years of relevant experience is required, or an associate’s degree and ten (10) years of relevant experience.

this position is contingent on contract award.

mclaughlin research corporation is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. It is our policy to recruit, hire, promote, and train for all positions without regard to age, race, creed, religion, national origin, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, pregnancy, minorities, genetic information, status as a person with a disability, amnesty or status as a protected veteran, and to base all such decisions upon the individual s qualifications and ability to perform the work assigned, consistent with contractual requirements and all federal, state and local laws.

applicants and employees are protected under federal law from discrimination.