Documentation Specialist / Technical Writer

AET FEDERAL INC • Waveland, MS

4d • $65,000 - $80,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Naval Research Laboratory (NRL), Ocean Sciences Division (Code 7302), is seeking a Technical Writer / Documentation Specialist I to provide administrative and documentation support. This role supports daily office operations, official correspondence, and organizational coordination within a military research environment. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple administrative and documentation tasks while maintaining professionalism and discretion.

Requirements

• Proficiency in general office administration and records management practices
• Experience supporting staff within a corporate environment or military command
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to: Exercise discretion and sound judgment, Work independently with minimal supervision, Manage multiple priorities effectively
• Proficiency with: Microsoft Windows operating systems, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Must be eligible for: Common Access Card (CAC) issuance, Government IT system access
• Ability to comply with all applicable: DoD, DoN, and NAMRU-D policies, Cybersecurity requirements, Operational Security (OPSEC) standards

Nice To Haves

• Public Trust Clearance or Higher Preferred
• Familiarity with Navy or DoD administrative processes and documentation standards
• Prior experience supporting research, technical, or scientific organizations
• Experience preparing formal government correspondence or reports

Responsibilities

• Perform general administrative duties including: Answering telephones and taking messages, Receiving, sorting, and routing mail and deliveries, Greeting and escorting visitors as required
• Coordinate and manage conference room scheduling and usage
• Support meeting logistics, including preparation of materials and coordination of attendees
• Record, transcribe, and distribute accurate meeting minutes as required
• Draft, format, and review official correspondence in accordance with: Navy Correspondence Manual, Applicable Department of Defense (DoD) and Department of the Navy (DoN) directives
• Maintain organized records and documentation in compliance with established procedures
• Provide general administrative and documentation support as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed