Technical Writer

JMark Services Inc.; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

JMark Services Inc. seeks Technical Writers across multiple discipline levels to support Legislative/Legal Research Leads, Legislative Liaisons, and Law Clerk/Attorneys.

You will draft, edit, and format documents for senior and Congressional audiences, translating complex intelligence and legal content into clear language tailored to policymakers. Maintain awareness of ODNI priorities and IC mission objectives, ensuring accuracy and compliance with standards; collaborate with legal and policy

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Political Science, or related field.
• 0–15+ years of experience in technical writing, editing, or policy/legislative communications (multi-discipline levels available).
• Demonstrated ability to write and edit for senior or Congressional audiences.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Draft, edit, and format documents, reports, and briefing materials for senior and Congressional audiences.
• Translate complex intelligence and legal content into clear, concise language tailored to policymakers.
• Ensure consistency, accuracy, and alignment with ODNI and IC standards.
• Collaborate with Legislative/Legal Research Leads, Legislative Liaisons, and Law Clerk/Attorneys to prepare high-quality deliverables.
• Provide editorial support for legal and legislative documents, ensuring clarity and compliance.
• Maintain awareness of ODNI priorities and IC mission objectives to accurately reflect intent in written materials.
• Apply strong writing and communication skills to bridge technical detail with strategic messaging.

Skills

Technical writing

Editing

Policy/legislative comms

Clear communication

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in English/Communications/Political Science or related field

Job description

At JMark, clear communication is essential to mission success. We are seeking Technical Writers across multiple discipline levels to support the Legislative/Legal Research Lead, Legislative Liaisons, and Law Clerk/Attorneys. This role focuses on developing clear, accurate, and compelling documentation that communicates complex intelligence and legal information to Congressional stakeholders, ensuring ODNI intent and activities are fully understood.

Key Responsibilities

Writing & Editing

• Draft, edit, and format documents, reports, and briefing materials for senior and Congressional audiences.
• Translate complex intelligence and legal content into clear, concise language tailored to policymakers.
• Ensure consistency, accuracy, and alignment with ODNI and IC standards.

Support to Legislative & Legal Teams

• Collaborate with Legislative/Legal Research Leads, Legislative Liaisons, and Law Clerk/Attorneys to prepare high-quality deliverables.
• Provide editorial support for legal and legislative documents, ensuring clarity and compliance.

Communication & Knowledge Integration

• Maintain awareness of ODNI priorities and IC mission objectives to accurately reflect intent in written materials.
• Apply strong writing and communication skills to bridge technical detail with strategic messaging.

Success Factors

The ideal candidate will be:

• Clear & Concise Communicator – Translates complex topics into accessible language.
• Detail-Oriented & Precise – Ensures accuracy and compliance across all documents.
• Collaborative & Responsive – Works effectively with legal, legislative, and policy teams.
• Mission-Aware & Strategic – Understands IC objectives and tailors communications to Congressional needs.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Political Science, or related field.
• 0–15+ years of experience in technical writing, editing, or policy/legislative communications (multi-discipline levels available).
• Demonstrated ability to write and edit for senior or Congressional audiences.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Preferred

• Experience supporting ODNI, IC, or DoD communications.
• Familiarity with legislative and legal processes.
• Professional writing/editing certifications (e.g., Technical Writing, Plain Language, or Editing credentials).

Why Join JMark?

At JMark, we transform complexity into clarity. As a Technical Writer, you will ensure intelligence and legal information is communicated effectively to Congress, supporting understanding, trust, and mission success.

JMark Services is a direct recipient of federal contracts and associated funding. Our company is therefore required to follow the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, with the provision of a drug-free workplace. Federal law prohibits the use of marijuana, even for medicinal purposes, under the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988. JMark Services Inc. prohibits the use of medicinal marijuana use, as well as recreational use. This is our company policy for all current and incoming employees.