Senior Science Communications Writer (Information Technician III)

Crowned Grace, Inc • San Antonio, TX

4d • Remote

About The Position

Crowned Grace International is seeking a Senior Science Communications Writer (Information Technician III) to support the USDA Forest Service. The position turns scientific and program information into clear, accurate written materials for audiences ranging from the general public and children to policy makers and scientists. This senior role works with considerable latitude, advises the Government project lead, and mentors junior staff. The position is contingent upon contract award.

The writer plans and develops audience-appropriate information materials; translates complex scientific, technical, and program issues into accessible content; and writes and edits brochures, newsletters, briefing papers, website content, and press releases. The role collaborates with communications staff, subject matter experts, and Center scientists and staff to gather and verify information, manages expert review and agency clearance for technical accuracy, and contributes to communications strategy, editorial calendars, and product planning. The writer also reviews the work of Information Technician I and II staff and provides guidance on writing standards.

This is a virtual position that may require travel to outreach events and occasional work outside normal hours. The successful candidate must be able to pass a government background investigation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, English, a natural or physical science, natural resources, or a related field.
• At least five years of experience writing commercial electronic or written media on science, technical, or program topics, including for non-technical audiences.
• High degree of familiarity with writing commercial electronic or written media on science and program issues.
• Demonstrated ability to clearly and accurately translate and express complex issues in a variety of written forms.
• Skill in tailoring content to audiences ranging from children to policy makers and scientists.
• Ability to work collaboratively with scientists, subject matter experts, and communications teams.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to pass a government background investigation.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in science communication for natural resources, wildland fire, or environmental research.
• Experience writing briefing papers for policy audiences and press releases under agency clearance procedures.

Responsibilities

• Plan and develop written information materials for audiences with varying levels of scientific and program knowledge, including the general public, children, policy makers, and scientists.
• Translate complex scientific, technical, and program issues into clear, accurate written content.
• Write and edit brochures, newsletters, briefing papers, website content, and press releases in prescribed or collaboratively developed formats.
• Work with the communications team, subject matter experts, and Center scientists and staff to gather and verify content.
• Manage subject matter expert review and agency clearance of products to ensure technical accuracy.
• Contribute to communications strategy, editorial calendars, and product planning.
• Review the work of Information Technician I and II staff and provide guidance on writing standards.
• Advise the Government project lead and mentor junior staff.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior