Senior Technical Writer

Versar, Inc.

2d•$75,000 - $85,000•Remote

About The Position

The Senior Writer serves as a lead content creator responsible for producing high‑quality, original written materials that support CG‑9 acquisition communications across multiple platforms. This role requires exceptional writing and editorial skills, mastery of Associated Press (AP) style, strong research capabilities, and the ability to translate complex technical information into clear, engaging content for diverse internal and external audiences.

Requirements

Minimum 7-10 years’ experience.
BA in English or Creative Writing
Must be proficient with AP writing style
Must be familiar with Coast Guard writing style
Successful results of pre-employment screenings, including federal background check, MVR, and drug screen.
Comply with company drug and alcohol policy.
Be authorized to work in the US or will be authorized by the successful candidate’s start date.

Responsibilities

Write, edit, and proofread original news and feature articles for CG‑9 and U.S. Coast Guard publications, platforms, and communication channels—not limited to the CG‑9 public website.
Produce at least one new feature article each week (or a set number monthly), including a minimum of one article per month supporting CG‑9 contributions to the official USCG blog
Develop and distribute daily news briefs summarizing relevant acquisition‑related updates, media coverage, and internal developments.
Conduct interviews and gather source material to craft compelling, accurate, and timely stories that highlight acquisition programs, milestones, and personnel.
Ensure all written products adhere to AP style and Coast Guard editorial standards.
Write, edit, and proofread a wide range of communication products, including fact sheets, media advisories, acquisition updates, white papers, newsletters, and other materials for internal and external stakeholders.
Contribute to the planning, writing, editing, and production of newsletters, ensuring timely delivery and high editorial quality.
Support the development of branded communication tools such as posters, brochures, trifolds, guides, charts, and graphs.
Maintain and update standard templates for frequently used communication products to ensure consistency and brand alignment.
Provide research, planning, implementation, and evaluation support for acquisition‑related communication strategies, guidance, and plans.
Prepare read‑ahead materials and draft speeches, briefings, and talking points for leadership as needed.
Conduct research and assist in drafting responses to media inquiries and stakeholder information requests.
Provide writing support, graphic design, and layout for updates to CG‑9 fact sheets and other media and stakeholder outreach materials.
Collaborate with communication, design, and program teams to ensure accuracy, clarity, and visual cohesion across all products.