Senior Technical Writer / Editor
Senior Technical Writer / Editor (1099) Engagement Type Independent Contractor (1099) | Per-Task-Order Engagement Location Remote Reports To Assigned task order Program Manager Rate $110 per hour (consultant direct rate) 1099 Engagement — Independent Contractor: This is an independent contractor (1099) bench engagement, not W-2 employment. Consultants execute a PSCG Master Independent Consultant Agreement for pre-qualification on the bench. Paid engagement occurs only when specific Task Orders are issued under the Master ICA. Consultants set their own hours within defined deliverable deadlines, maintain their own equipment, and are free to work for other clients. No PSCG benefits apply; consultants manage their own taxes, insurance, and retirement. ABOUT PSCG PSCG maintains Senior Technical Writers and Editors for per-task-order engagement supporting surge proposal writing, large deliverable production, and specialized editorial needs on federal disaster response task orders. THE ENGAGEMENT PSCG is looking for Senior Technical Writers and Editors for per-task-order engagement supporting federal proposal surges, large deliverable production, and specialized editorial work. Suitable for experienced federal proposal writers and technical communicators who value project-based flexibility. TYPICAL SCOPE OF WORK
- Draft and edit federal proposal responses and task order deliverables.
- Apply Shipley or similar structured proposal development methodology.
- Produce technical reports, plans, and briefings to federal consulting standards.
- Conduct quality control review of deliverables and proposals.
- Support graphics development and document formatting for deliverables.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in English, communications, or related discipline.
- Minimum seven (7) years of federal proposal writing or technical writing experience.
- Demonstrated portfolio of federal proposals or significant federal deliverables.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and document collaboration platforms.
- Active clients or portfolio demonstrating genuine independent contractor status.
- U.S. Citizenship.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Active Public Trust clearance.
- Shipley Certified Proposal Manager or Certified Proposal Professional (APMP).
- Prior emergency management, disaster response, or homeland security proposal experience.
- Graphics development skills (Visio, Illustrator, or equivalent).
ENGAGEMENT TERMS
- Engagement under PSCG Master Independent Consultant Agreement.
- Consultant works remotely with own equipment; PSCG provides access to deliverable-specific reference materials only.
Position Details:
- Travel required
- Full pay provided and per diem for lodging
- Contract options available for up to 2 years
Send resume, licensure documentation (if applicable), and a brief statement on current client portfolio and availability to [email protected] and [email protected]. Qualified candidates will be invited to execute a PSCG Master Independent Consultant Agreement and be added to the bench for activation when applicable Task Orders arise. Joining the bench creates no paid engagement obligation for either party until a specific Task Order is executed. Reference position code TECH-WR in the subject line. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY & FEDERAL CONTRACTING COMPLIANCE PSCG is committed to recruiting, hiring, and retaining the best talent regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. As a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business, PSCG especially encourages veterans, transitioning service members, and military spouses to apply. PSCG participates in E-Verify and maintains a drug-free workplace per the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988. All employment offers are contingent on successful background investigation, citizenship verification where required, and confirmation of non-debarment via SAM.gov. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job