Policy & Internal Communications Writer

Akima; Camp Springs (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

Akima, LLC in Maryland seeks a policy writer to draft and edit instructions, SOPs and other guidance for the Office of Administration. This role involves organizing information and formatting, researching issues, and using agency resources to shape messaging.

You will write, edit and review internal communications, collaborate with subject matter experts and stakeholders, and support development of new and existing communication channels as part of a broader policy program.

Qualifications

• BA required with up to 2 years of writing and drafting experience.
• Must have at least 2+ years’ experience in drafting and/or editing policy and directives for federal agencies.
• Expert user of MS Office suite.
• Excellent writing skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent oral communication skills to communicate with subject matter experts and stakeholders.
• Familiar with MS SharePoint.

Responsibilities

• Researches, develops, plans, designs, and maintains policies and materials for conveying messages.
• Writes, edits, reviews, and oversees release of internal communication documentation (intranet, newsletters, emails/memos, webcasts, presentations, speeches).
• Coordinates with marketing/external communications team to plan internal and external corporate events.
• Participates in development, improvement and/or implementation of new and existing communication avenues.
• Handles moderately complex issues and refers complex ones to higher-level staff.

Skills

Technical writing

Writing skills

Oral communication

Policy drafting/editing

Education

BA

Tools

MS Office

MS SharePoint

Job description

This position will support the Logistics Management Division for the Office of Administration to draft and edit instructions, standard operating procedures, and other guidance, including organizing and formatting the information. This will consist of using agency websites, subject matter resources, and other resources, research issues related to policy.

Responsibilities

• Researches, develops, plans, designs, and maintains policies and materials for the purpose of conveying messages.
• Writes, edits, reviews, and oversees release of internal communication documentation, such as the intranet, newsletters, emails/memos, webcasts, presentations, and speeches.
• Coordinates with marketing/external communications team to plan internal and external corporate events.
• Takes part in development, improvement and/or implementation of new and existing communication avenues.
• Requires moderate skill sets and developing proficiency within discipline.
• Conducts tasks and assignments as required.
• Handles moderately complex issues and problems and refers more complex issues to higher-level staff.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 2+ years' experience in drafting and/or editing policy and directives for federal agencies.
• Expert user of MS Office suite.
• Excellent writing skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent oral communication skills in order to communicate effectively with subject matter experts and stakeholders.
• Strong technical writing.
• Familiar with MS SharePoint.
• Requires BA and up to 2 years writing and drafting experience
• Able to obtain and maintain suitability and background investigation.

Job ID

2026-24085
Work Type

On-Site
Pay Range

$65,000 - $70,000
Benefits

Regular - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full-time and part-time employees.
Company Description

Work Where it Matters

RiverTech, an Akima company, is not just another federal professional solutions contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At RiverTech, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders, RiverTech provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers, RiverTech provides innovative solutions to complex engineering and operational challenges and delivers wide-ranging services for mission support, systems engineering, and IT.

As a RiverTech employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.