Policy Writer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

401(k)

PTO

Job summary

Akima seeks a policy writer/editor to support the Logistics Management Division for the Office of Administration. You will draft and edit instructions, SOPs, and guidance, and organize information by researching policy issues.

You will write and review internal communications, coordinate events with marketing teams, and help implement new communication avenues. Requires BA and 2+ years drafting experience with strong MS Office and SharePoint skills.

Qualifications

• BA required with up to 2 years writing and drafting experience.
• Expert user of MS Office.
• Excellent writing skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent oral communication to engage with SMEs.
• Strong technical writing.
• Familiar with MS SharePoint.
• Able to obtain and maintain suitability and background investigation.

Responsibilities

• Researches, develops, plans, designs, and maintains policies and materials for conveying messages.
• Writes, edits, reviews, and oversees release of internal communication documents.
• Coordinates with marketing/external communications to plan events.
• Develops, improves and/or implements new communication avenues.
• Handles moderately complex issues and refers more complex ones to higher staff.
• Performs tasks and assignments as required.
• Organizes and formats information for clarity and consistency.

Skills

MS Office

Writing skills

Oral communication

Technical writing

Policy drafting

Education

BA degree

Tools

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.