The Red Gate Group, founded in 2006, is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Company based in Chantilly, VA. As an SDVOSB, the Red Gate Group has established a reputation for delivering quality multi-tiered services in intelligence analysis, strategic planning, program management, policy development, operational design, and technology integration. RGG delivers high-quality, customer-centric solutions around the world—from the foxhole to the highest levels of Government. Our motto, "Making a Difference for Country and Client," reflects our deep commitment to national security and service excellence. As an employer of choice, we offer comprehensive benefits including flexible time off, 11 paid holidays, immediate 401(k) eligibility with a generous match, and full medical, dental, and vision coverage through Anthem. Our employees enjoy 100% company-paid life insurance and disability benefits, along with professional development assistance for degrees and certifications. We foster a culture of growth and work-life balance, backed by our commitment to supporting both our clients' missions and our employees' success. Join our team and be part of an organization that values both service excellence and employee wellbeing.
Job DescriptionAre you ready to make an impact on defense policy? The Red Gate Group is seeking a Technical Writer/Editor to support the Acquisition Policy & Innovation (API) Directorate within the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense (Acquisition and Sustainment) (OUSD(A&S)). In this pivotal role, you will work with a team of legislative analysts to provide expert support in congressional requests, reporting requirements, and legislative analysis.
Key responsibilities include:
- Provide subject matter expert assistance and complex administrative support to the government team. Research statutes and the origin of procurement regulations, draft and edit regulatory text and Federal Register notices, and develop economic cost/benefit analyses to assess and document the impact on the public (i.e., increase or decrease in burden). Investigate how prospective changes will affect regulations.
- Prepare rulemaking packages by performing statutory and regulatory research; drafting and editing the approval process documents, summaries of proposed rules, regulatory text, and responses to questions or comments; and coordinating with government agencies for reviews and approvals.
- Manage the preparation and renewal of Paperwork Reduction Act packages. Research the impact of current information collection requirements, verify need for the information, consolidate data, and draft the notices and supporting statements.
- Prepare and edit formal staffed packages for senior leader signature.
- Attend and participate in meetings. Prepare briefings as appropriate.
- Manage multiple assignments from multiple people in busy work environment.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Secret clearance required
- Bachelor’s degree or above
- At least 10+ years of writing and/or technical writing work experience
- Strong researcher with knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation/Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (title 48 Code of Federal Regulations, chapters 1 and 2)
- Familiarity with rulemaking procedures under the Office of Federal Procurement Policy statute
- Experience with editing documents for grammar and punctuation
- Familiarity with Government Printing Office Style Guide and Federal Register Document Drafting Handbook guidelines
- Experience as a contracting officer highly desired
- Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint
- Self-directed, detail-oriented in completing assigned tasks, able to adapt to changing work efforts and manage impact of shifting priorities
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Red Gate Group, LLC is a consulting and advisory firm that is focused on delivering a cutting-edge approach for growing businesses to mitigate risk, manage benefits, and navigate healthcare. We also offer a custom consulting solution for Private Equity and financial sponsors called Portfolio Health. Portfolio Health focuses on helping Private Equity firms who are determined to help their portfolio companies control Healthcare and insurance costs.
