Arc Aspicio

Technical Writer and Editor (Homeland Security)

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Washington, DC, USA

In-Office

62K-70K Annually

Mid level

Consulting

The Role

Provides technical writing, editing, research, policy analysis, quality assurance, 508-compliant document preparation, and meeting support for Homeland Security clients. The role produces reports, summaries, analytical products, templates, notes, trackers, and leadership materials while coordinating across teams and supporting rapid-response initiatives. It requires strong communication, attention to detail, Microsoft Office proficiency, collaboration, and the ability to obtain a DHS Fitness Determination.

Summary Generated by Built In

Interested in working in an innovative, collaborative environment with motivated, social people? At Arc Aspicio, you can join a leading consulting firm that specializes in human capital, data analytics, management, and strategy professional services to deliver compelling solutions. Consultants join our practice focused on mission-critical projects and quickly learn to contribute to and grow our company across multiple projects. We invest in hiring, mentoring, and training smart, diverse, and self-driven professionals interested in all aspects of the company and our homeland security and Government clients. We are looking for people who are willing to share ideas and work as part of a collaborative, innovative team.

The Technical Writer and Editor (Homeland Security) supports our clients with editing, policy analysis, technical writing, 508 compliance, quality assurance, and meeting support. The position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a favorable DHS Fitness Determination.

Arc Aspicio is currently working in a hybrid work environment where work will be performed at client sites, the Arc Aspicio DC office, and remotely. All candidates must live in the Washington, DC area at the time of employment.

Responsibilities

Provide technical writing and editing support on quick-turn reports, summaries, and analytical products on a weekly basis, complying with DHS style guides and 508 compliance
Create, update, and maintain templates with appropriate formatting
Coordinate across the team on emerging activities and events requiring rapid development of products
Support large virtual and in-person meetings with strong writing to capture key decisions, intent, and actions
Research and write on topics covering critical infrastructure sectors in support of ongoing initiatives and as requested
Communicate and coordinate with team members promptly to tailor messaging and perform quality checks for accuracy and completeness
Take on new responsibilities and learn the mission/business while maintaining an excellent attention to detail, finding ways to exceed client expectations
Contribute to company service areas beyond just the project to build new skills and help the company grow by developing our capabilities and selling new business
Contribute to our company culture, which promotes collaboration, learning, and helping others to grow and develop

Required Qualifications

4 to 6 years of relevant experience or comparable experience in a relevant role
Proven to be flexible and thrive in a dynamic, ambiguous, and complex work environment and manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously
Rigorous attention to detail and technical editing ability
Outstanding written and oral communication and collaboration skills
Ability to prepare accurate notes, summaries, trackers, and professionally formatted documents for leadership review
Strong proficiency with Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and SharePoint
Ability to obtain and maintain a favorable DHS Fitness Determination and access to required unclassified Government information and facilities
Proven to be flexible and thrive in a dynamic, ambiguous, and complex work environment and manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously
Ability to collaborate and work effectively remotely and in-person
Desire to join a consulting firm and learn business concepts; loves to collaborate and reach out to get involved in company events, offerings, and special projects
Ability to work in the Washington, DC metro area and travel to different locations
Clearance: U.S. Citizenship only (no dual citizenship). Currently holds a Public Trust level clearance or have the ability to obtain and maintain a position of trust/Federal security clearance
Education: Bachelor’s degree
Critical Skills: Technical writing, editing, research, detail-oriented, strong work ethic, collaborative mind-set, excellent problem-solving skills, communications, and interest in working in a consulting firm. Interest in working on assignments outside of one project is strongly desired

Applying to Arc Aspicio: Our recruiting process is very competitive. Therefore, we ask that you submit a brief, tailored cover letter to tell us what you are looking for in a company and why you would be a great fit for a consulting firm in this role. Cover letters are essential so we can understand your interest and experience relevant to consulting. The use of AI tools or AI-generated content is strictly prohibited throughout the application process. Applicants are expected to rely solely on their own knowledge, experience, judgment, and work when completing application materials and participating in any stage of the hiring process. Any applicant found to have used AI assistance will be removed from consideration for the position.

Total Rewards: Salary is just one element of our Total Rewards which includes compensation, benefits, bonuses, professional development, and other career opportunities. The projected salary range for this position is $62,000 - $70,000. This range takes into account the wide variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to: skill sets and expertise, experience, education, training, certifications, contract and client requirements (if applicable), and other business and organizational needs. At Arc Aspicio, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.

About Arc Aspicio: Arc Aspicio enhances the future of our nation by creating bold ideas and bringing them to life. A consulting and solutions company, Arc Aspicio solves problems by applying our integrated capabilities in strategy, design, data, human capital, behavioral science, and technology. The company passionately pursues our vision to be the hub of creativity where people take action to change the world. Employees collaborate with clients and partners to create solutions using a human-centered approach.

Our goal is to attract people who love to collaborate and work in a team-oriented environment. Our culture empowers our employees to learn, share knowledge, be leaders in everything they do, and develop strong relationships with their clients and colleagues.

Our positions are based in the DC metro area and require employees to live in DC, VA, and MD within commuting distance of our client sites and DC office.

Commitment to Respect, Collaboration, and Innovation: Arc Aspicio is dedicated to fostering a workplace where individuals from all backgrounds can contribute to the company and serve our clients. As a growing professional services solutions firm focused on solving large, complex problems, we welcome applications from candidates with a variety of experience, skills, and knowledge. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. Equal Opportunity Employer/M/F/D/V

Skills Required

4 to 6 years of relevant or comparable experience
Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects in a dynamic, ambiguous, and complex environment
Rigorous attention to detail and technical editing ability
Outstanding written, oral communication, and collaboration skills
Ability to prepare accurate notes, summaries, trackers, and professionally formatted documents
Strong proficiency with Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and SharePoint
Ability to obtain and maintain a favorable DHS Fitness Determination and access required government information and facilities
Ability to collaborate and work effectively remotely and in person
Interest in joining a consulting firm and learning business concepts
Ability to work in the Washington, DC metro area and travel to different locations
U.S. citizenship with no dual citizenship
Current Public Trust clearance or ability to obtain and maintain a position of trust or federal security clearance
Bachelor's degree
Technical writing, editing, research, communication, problem-solving, collaboration, attention to detail, and strong work ethic
Interest in assignments beyond a single project

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The Company

HQ: Washington, DC

42 Employees

Year Founded: 2004

What We Do

At Arc Aspicio, we enhance the future of our nation by creating bold ideas and bringing them to life. We are a consulting and solutions company that collaborates with clients to implement change and solve challenging problems. Our vision is to be a hub of creativity where people take action to change the world. We foster a culture of innovation and action, where each employee uniquely contributes their strengths and where a human-centered, mission-focused approach drives how we solve difficult problems. Arc Aspicio’s positions are mostly in the Washington DC metro area and our employees live in DC, VA, and MD within commuting distance of our client sites and DC office. We enable our high-performing teams to collaborate and tailor our capabilities and methods to the very specific and unique challenges of our clients, partners, and stakeholders. Innovation is not possible without action. We integrate our capabilities in strategy, design, data, human capital, behavioral science, and technology to meet complex challenges and deliver innovation. We seek entrepreneurial consultants are interested in problem solving, collaboration with clients and project teams, and building capability and winning new business. Our culture empowers our employees to learn, share knowledge, and be leaders in everything they do. We encourage everyone to express gratitude to their teammates who become so much more than just coworkers. Driven and motivated by action, our culture inspires us to work together to solve problems, socialize, support, care for, and challenge one another as we change the world. Our Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Innovation (DEII) Blueprint provides the company with a structured approach to focus efforts in specific areas and achieve and maintain our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, enhancing innovation for our clients and employees.