Technical Writer

JMark Services Inc.

$80K — $95K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

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.
  • Proven ability to write and edit for senior or Congressional audiences.
  • Strong organizational and communication skills.
  • Familiarity with legislative and legal processes (preferred).
  • Experience supporting ODNI, IC, or DoD communications (preferred).
  • Professional writing/editing certifications (preferred).

Responsibilities

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and certifications.
  • Collaborative work environment with legal and legislative teams.
  • Exposure to high-level communication with Congressional stakeholders.
  • Engagement with critical intelligence and legal processes.
  • Support for those new to the field or with varying experience levels.
Full Job Description
Technical Writer

Location: McLean, VA

Clearance: TS/SCI w/ Poly

Position Overview

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

Required
  • 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).


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