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

BluePath Labs; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 67,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-sponsored healthcare

Lifestyle & wellness reimbursement

FSA

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

12 holidays per calendar year

Job summary

BluePath Labs in Washington, DC is seeking a mid-level Communications Specialist / Writer to plan, draft, edit, and coordinate federal communications for internal or external audiences. The role emphasizes clear, accurate copy and may focus on newsletters, presentations, web content, or leadership messages.

U.S. citizenship is required; TS/SCI is preferred but not required for applying. The position is contingent on contract award with potential for government work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, English, PR, marketing, or related field.
• 3+ years professional writing/editing; 5+ years for executive/external roles.
• Ability to translate complex information into clear, audience-appropriate content.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, and SharePoint.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain/maintain security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Plan, draft, edit, and coordinate communications for internal or external audiences.
• Develop newsletters, presentations, web content, guidance, and other clear copy.
• Prepare leadership messages, talking points, or organizational-change communications as assigned.
• Support campaigns, client or industry outreach, and audience-feedback analysis as 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.

Skills

Writing & editing

Clear communication

Editorial coordination

Microsoft Office 365

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

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.

• employer-sponsored healthcare
• lifestyle & wellness reimbursement
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• tuition reimbursement
• 401(k) with company match
• paid time off for vacation / sick leave
• 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.