Job description

Description

COMPANY

Arillic (formerly Epion, LLC) is a boutique creative agency with a strong presence in and strategic marketing and administrative support for government contractors and the federal government. Our mission is to help build communities and give them the tools they need to be successful. We have a more specific niche to focus these efforts on empowering underserved communities. We are rapidly growing and looking for driven and eager individuals to join our team.

POSITION SUMMARY

The role supports The Centers for Disease Control (CDC), specifically the The Program Development and Services Branch (PDSB) within The Division for Heart Disease and Stroke Prevention’s (DHDSP’s). The primary goal is to effectively communicate scientific information.

PDSB implements an array of state based Notice of Funding Opportunities (NOFOs) aimed at reducing the prevalence, morbidity, and mortality of cardiovascular disease and the burden of health disparities and inequities in underserved populations.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

• Serve as an editorial and communications advisor to program management and other staff

• Analyzes existing written and web-based content and materials in terms of purpose, content, format, effectiveness, and necessity and, in collaboration with other program staff, coordinate revision of materials as needed

• Collaborate with various staff members to obtain, analyze, and select pertinent subject matter information and illustrative material

• Provides advice and assistance to authors preparing technical and scientific information for publication

• Lead writing of major editorial products such as media statements speeches, talking points, and op-eds

• Provide TA and editorial support to program management and staff in the development of Technical and/or manuals, press releases and other written documents as needed.

• Review and/or update content for Websites brochures, fact sheets, programmatic reports and other written materials as needed

• Work with leadership and staff to develop scientific manuscripts, journal articles for publication, briefing materials and responses to congressional inquiries.

• Serve on Communications committees, work groups, and/or cross-functional teams to evaluate, assess, and improve the production and dissemination of technical guides/manuals and other written materials, as needed

• Participates in special projects and assist in the developing materials that will be used for presentations, trainings, scientific conventions, and seminars;

• Participates in special projects such as: assisting in the preparation of slide show and videotapes that will be used for training, scientific conventions, and technology transfer seminars; coordinating translations of technical/scientific materials; and/or serving on committees, working groups, and/or cross-functional teams to evaluate, assess, and improve the production, distribution, and effectiveness of technical and scientific publications

• Consults with appropriate information technology (IT) staff to develop internet/intranet ready copy/materials

• Provides a full range of editorial support to PDSB program staff on a variety of written materials, including scientific, administrative, legal, and regulatory information documents

• Write, edit, update and develop senior-level communications products across multiple health program areas

• Write and edit content for submission, documents, and journals.

• Conducts interviews and gather information for content

• Collaborate with the team for agreement on plain language solutions for well-written content.

• Use communication tools and technology to write, edit, and publish program information that is appealing and engaging
• Work with IRB, PRA and OMB to get proper determinations and approvals

• This position performs additional duties as assigned, given adequate guidance and resources.

EDUCATION, LICENSURE, AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s Degree in English, Journalism, Public Affairs, or related communications discipline from an accredited college or university. Or equivalent course work and related experience may be considered.
• 7 years of experience in writing and editing technical and organizational documents and publications for general audiences, including a minimum of three years of experience editing in the medical or scientific field. Experience shall be with government or corporate public affairs office, newspaper, magazine, or trade journaling.
• Knowledge of grammar, writing and editing practices sufficient to write, edit, and provide advice and assistance in the development of scientific and/or technical materials
• Knowledge of the style requirements of the assigned subject-matter discipline, and the media and publications used within the field sufficient to develop and present information that is clear and meaningful to the intended audience
• Knowledge of a broad range of sources of technical information, research topics, and pertinent scientific terms, concepts, and vocabulary sufficient to review, clarify, organize, write, and edit a variety of technical reports
• Knowledge of related technical and scientific information previously released by the organization
• Skill in using computerized technology such as desktop publishing systems and graphics software
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite and Google Suite
• Strong project and time management skills.
• Strong negotiation and decision making skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work well with others individually, and as part of a team.
• Must be highly detail-oriented and organized.
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must have the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet critical deadlines.
• Must demonstrate and maintain a strong work ethic and a good demeanor toward work.
• Full fluency in English
• 508 and accessibility compliance knowledge a major plus
• HTML compliance knowledge a major plus

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This job operates in a primarily remote setting. See travel information in the Travel section.This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This is largely a sedentary role.

TIMELINE AND EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

Estimated Start Date is September 14, 2022. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. Evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

All salary and benefits will be discussed during interviews. Salary will be based on commensurate experience. Only full time employees are eligible for benefits programs.

TRAVEL

10% of total time or less and as business requires. Limited travel may be required to participate in meetings with awarded recipients for site and/or technical visits to provide oversight and program review. Limited travel may also be required to attend professional trainings and/or certifications.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30.00 - $45.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

COVID-19 considerations:
Remote based work with adherence to CDC guidelines.

Application Question(s):

• We are working on a bid for the CDC. Are you alright with our team using your resume on this bid?

Experience:

• Technical writing: 7 years (Preferred)

Work Location: Remote

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