Federal Technical Writer

Chevo LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401K with matching

Paid leave

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Chevo LLC in the Washington, DC area is seeking an experienced Federal Technical Writer to join our expanding firm. This role offers meaningful client interaction as you learn the client’s business and become a trusted advisor, with a hybrid work setup and one day per week on-site engagements in the DC metro area.

DHS Stakeholder Engagement and Communications experience is a plus. You will develop, write, and edit manuals, reports, studies, and training materials for varied audiences, and

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree required.
• 3–10 years of technical writing supporting the Federal Government.

Responsibilities

• Develops, writes, and edits materials for manuals, reports, studies, and training materials for varied audiences.
• Uses guidelines such as program objectives and identified audience needs; researches, writes, edits, and designs project documents.
• Researches subject-matter literature and proofreads regulation/manual copies for accuracy.

Skills

Technical Writing

Federal Government

Stakeholder Engagement

Documentation

Education

BA/BS degree

Job description

Chevo is hiring an experienced Federal Technical Writer to join our expanding firm in the Washington, DC area. This position provides the opportunity for significant client interaction by learning the client’s business better than they know it and to become a trusted advisor. Ideal candidates will demonstrate versatility in understanding and performing work related to DHS Stakeholder Engagement and Communications. This position provides a hybrid work environment, with 1-day per week client engagement expected. Client site located in the Washington DC metro area.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develops, writes, and edits materials for manuals, reports, studies, customization of training materials, and other types of documentation for varied audiences. Develops high-visibility, multi-faceted documents.
• Uses guidelines such as program objectives and identified audience needs, researches, writes, edits, and designs a variety of technical and promotional project specific materials.
• Researches appropriate subject-matter literature and proofread copies of regulation / guideline manuals for accuracy of interpretation and grammar.

Requirements

Required Qualifications:

• B.A. or B.S. required
• 3-10 Years of Technical Writing Supporting the Federal Government

Desired Qualifications:

• Previous experience working on Stakeholder Engagement/Communications Projects a plus
• Previous experience supporting DHS

SALARY RANGE: $72.5K To $85K (subject to change)

ELIGIBLE FOR PERFORMANCE BASE BONUS

Chevo offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental and vision coverage, paid leave, observes all 11 federal government holidays, 401K plan with matching, monthly SMART card employer contribution for commuting expenses, tuition assistance and more!

Chevo, a Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB), has made Consulting Magazine’s 2023 and 2024 “Best Firms to Work For” list and is a 2023, 2024, 2025, and 2026 Elev8 GovCon honoree. Chevo is a nine-time awardee of the Alliance for Workplace Excellence award; ranked one of the best Small Business Strategy firms by Consulting Magazine; made the Washington Technology Fast 50 list; and has earned multiple Program Management Industry awards.

Chevo is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, military status, national origin, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or applicable local law.