DLH
Technical Writer (Public Health - HIV/STD Preferred) (
Atlanta, Georgia
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About the role
- DLH Corp. is looking for a Public Health Technical Writer to join our talented and innovative team supporting the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in Atlanta, GA.
- This is a hybrid work environment based out of Atlanta.
- Teleworking most days with visits to the CDC campus for in-person meetings and office visits on an ad hoc basis.
Responsibilities
- Writing and editing Dear Colleague Letters, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), technical documents, reports, and internal communication.
Requirements
- Proven ability to navigate the rigorous scientific clearance processes and ensure all reports, dissemination of products, and digital content are strictly Section 508-compliant.
- Must be able to work well alone and within a multidisciplinary team.
- Must have a meticulous approach to work and an eye for detail.
- Must be fluent in all academic style guides.
- Must have excellent written English, including good spelling and grammar.
- Must be able to obtain a Public Trust clearance
- Strong expertise in developing web/intranet content, public-facing fact sheets, and technical training materials utilizing federal Plain Language guidelines.
- Must provide corrections and suggestions in reference to grammar, spelling, document flow, punctuation, and usage.
- Preferred Qualifications
Nice to have
- Master's degree in English, Communications, Journalism, or a related field.
- DHS/GSA Section 508 Certification (or equivalent accessibility training).
- Knowledge and understanding of Section 508 of the Americans with Disabilities Act, and how it applies to communication.
- Fluency in written Spanish.
Skills
- Copy editing and content editing scientific and consumer-focused HIV products.
- Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Journalism, or a related field.
- Minimum of three years of experience with technical writing and/or scientific writing.
- Must have knowledge of principles and experience with clear communication, plain language, and writing for consumers.
- Must be able to meet deadlines.
- Must be self-starting and highly motivated.
Benefits
- DLH Corp offers our employees an excellent benefits package, including Personal Time Off (PTO), medical, dental, vision, supplemental life with AD&D, disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, and more.
- therefore, we offer a 401(k) Retirement Plan, which includes a matching component.
Company info
- DLH delivers improved health and national security readiness solutions for federal programs through science research and development, systems engineering and integration, and digital transformation.
- DLH is dedicated to the idea that "Your Mission is Our Passion" and brings a unique combination of government sector experience, proven methodology, and unwavering commitment to innovation to improve the lives of millions.
- CDC's National Center for HIV/AIDS, Viral Hepatitis, STD, and TB Prevention (NCHHSTP), the Division of HIV Prevention (DHP), is charged with preventing HIV infection and reducing the incidence of HIV-related illness and death.
- Our experts in public health, performance evaluation, and health operations solve the complex problems faced by civilian and military customers alike by leveraging advanced tools - including digital transformation, artificial intelligence, data analytics, cloud enablement, modeling, and simulation, and more.
- The overarching objectives of the contract held by DLH are to assist DHP in addressing its public health mission by providing data management, data governance, data analysis, and data dissemination support to strengthen the nationwide capacity to monitor the HIV epidemic.
Equal opportunity
- DLH Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
- All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.
- DLH will provide reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities and disabled Veterans who need assistance to apply.
- DLH is committed to maintaining a fair and authentic interview process
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