Communications Specialist / Writer (Multiple Openings) - Onsite, Washington, DC

Washington, DC, USA | 66,500-90,250 per year Fair market value | Full Time

| BluePath Labs offers a comprehensive benefits package

Communications Specialist / Writer (Multiple Openings)

Location: Washington, DC

Clearance: No active clearance required; TS/SCI preferred. Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance.

Salary: $66,500 - $90,250 Annually

BluePath Labs is a fast-growing research and consulting company committed to solving complex problems for federal, state, and local government clients. We offer a range of professional, scientific, and technology services. Our specific areas of expertise include business consulting, research and data science, and technology integration.

We are actively seeking a mid-level Communications Specialist / Writer to plan, draft, edit, and coordinate federal communications for internal or external audiences. The Communications Specialist / Writer plans, drafts, edits, and coordinates communications for internal or external audiences. Assignments may emphasize general writing and editing, executive and internal communications, or external communications and engagement. Candidates need the skills for their assigned communications track rather than every specialty.

U.S. citizenship is required. An active clearance is not required at the time of application; however, candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance. TS/SCI eligibility or an active TS/SCI clearance is preferred.

Note: These positions are contingent upon contract award. We are currently seeking qualified candidates to include in our proposal for an upcoming government contract. Applicants selected may be contacted for further steps if the contract is awarded.

Responsibilities:

• Plan, draft, edit, and coordinate communications for assigned internal or external audiences.

• Develop newsletters, presentations, web content, guidance, and other clear, accurate copy.

• Prepare leadership messages, talking points, or organizational-change communications when assigned.

• Support campaigns, client or industry outreach, and audience-feedback analysis when assigned.

• Translate complex information into clear, audience-appropriate content.

• Coordinate reviews, incorporate approved comments, and maintain editorial consistency.

• Apply established messaging, style, accessibility, and Government review requirements.

• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• U. S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance.

• Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, English, public relations, marketing, or a related field.

• Three or more years of professional writing and editing experience; executive/internal or external communications assignments require five or more years.

• Strong writing and editing skills, supported by relevant work samples.

• Ability to translate complex information into clear, audience-appropriate content.

• Demonstrated accuracy, editorial judgment, consistency, and review coordination.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, and SharePoint.

• Must pass all pre-employment qualifications required by the employer.

• Experience relevant to the assigned writing, executive/internal communications, or external engagement track.

Preferred Qualifications:

• TS/SCI eligibility or an active TS/SCI clearance.

Benefits:

BluePath Labs offers a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include, but are not limited to: employer-sponsored healthcare, lifestyle & wellness reimbursement, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), tuition reimbursement, 401(k) with company match, and paid time off for vacation / sick leave, in addition to 12 holidays per calendar year.

About BluePath

BluePath Labs combines mission and business insights with advanced technologies to deliver measurable performance improvements for our clients. BluePath is dedicated to surpassing client expectations by always living by our core values of integrity, professionalism, and resilience. BluePath's extensive experience in Government, Military, Commercial, and Academic environments is unique among small businesses and a core differentiator of our solutions. Our multidisciplinary background allows us to solve diverse and complex problems. Most importantly, we work closely with our clients to frame problems correctly, optimize processes, leverage technologies, and implement enduring solutions. Labs are where ideas are born, experiments occur, and breakthroughs happen. It is the hallmark of BluePath's culture.

https://www.bluepathlabs.com/

BluePath Labs is an equal opportunity employer.