BQMI is seeking an experienced policy editor capable of reviewing, editing, writing, and formatting policy documents and manuals for style and quality. The qualified candidate will work with various policy teams to apply standardized content, consistent voice, correct grammar and flow of information. The ability to understand highly technical information and repurpose it into policy release notices, articles, and other products for the NASA community is required. This position requires a comprehensive understanding of style guide and grammatical rules and the ability to discuss recommended edits with technical content teams and subject matter experts. Experience writing awareness materials such as brochures, flyers, case studies, communication plans, etc. is a plus.
This position supports the NASA Safety Center (NSC) and its parent organization, the Office of Safety and Mission Assurance (OSMA). The writer will report through BQMI management at the NSC, located in Cleveland, Ohio. This is currently a hybrid position with both an onsite and virtual requirement.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
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Review, edit and rewrite portions of policy documents written by subject matter experts to improve standardized content, grammatical quality, and consistency.
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Develop standardized content.
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Review and correct spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
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Correct inconsistencies in capitalization, compounding, number style, abbreviations, and sequence of anything alphabetical or numerical.
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Format text for a specified style (Associated Press, Government Publishing Office, and local style guides).
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Rewrite to make parallel.
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Replace passive constructions with active voice, when appropriate.
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Evaluate tone and organization.
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Rework awkward sections.
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Eliminate redundancies.
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Provide explanations of recommended updates as necessary.
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Provide technical writing services for all phases and finalization of policy-level documents.
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Integrate reviewer comments and resolve all questions arising from reviews.
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Research, write, edit and publish content online through a Content Management System; content may include articles, case studies, presentations, reports, videos, and more.
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Develop content for a variety of deliverables to communicate key messages about NSC and OSMA products, services, and strategies for NASA’s SMA audience.
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Manage the review process and production with other team members (e.g., designers, videographers) and also customers for developed pieces.
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Track and prioritize work to assure quality and time requirements are met, keeping projects and tasks updated as work progresses.
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Contribute content for required contract reports.
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Build and maintain excellent and professional working relationships with NSC and OSMA customers.
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Build and maintain in-depth knowledge of the NSC and OSMA organization’s products, services, strategies and operations.
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Conduct peer reviews of content from other writers.
Essential Skills
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Superior command of the English language.
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Experience reviewing and revising new and existing policy documents and manuals.
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Demonstrated ability to leverage relationships with stakeholders to assemble materials, gather project details, and meet deadlines.
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Strong research skills including gathering and analyzing data from multiple sources (subject matter experts, project managers) to develop content.
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Ability to manage multiple high-priority projects and communicate conflicts.
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Ability to quickly learn new systems, including Content Management Systems and project management systems.
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Experience working with and applying content style guides.
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Experience working with all levels of an organization, including leadership.
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Background in science or technology a plus.
Experience/Education
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A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience
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Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, English or related field
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Experience in an engineering, technical, or research environment a plus
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Knowledge of, or ability to learn, subject matter of a scientific and technical nature
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Previous experience working in a NASA or federal government environment preferred
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications; experience with Adobe Creative Suite or Creative Cloud products a plus
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Experience with Content Management Systems and SharePoint preferred
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Demonstrated experience in policy editing/writing
Personality or Self-Management Skills
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Ability to interface with high-level customers in a respectful and professional manner
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Detail-oriented with the ability to follow specific direction
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Ability to manage multiple projects at once
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Willingness to learn new tools, technologies and systems
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Self-motivated, self-starter
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Collaborative
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Strong analytical, planning, organizational and time management skills
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Ability to work with minimal supervision
Samples of work required.
BQMI is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
Due to contract requirements, U.S. citizenship is required to obtain access to government facilities and systems.
