Social Media Writer

Olgoonik is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The Office of Legislative and Public Affairs (OLPA) is requesting a contractor to provide writing support. These services are being sought for the purpose of Writer/Editor Support for the agency.

• Draft engaging, accurate posts for NSF's official social media channels.
• Collaborate with multimedia staff on storyboarding and message development.
• Apply SEO and AEO principles where appropriate.
• Ensure all products comply with the "Plain Writing Act of 2010" and Section 508 accessibility standards.

• No supervisory duties

• Degree in journalism, communications or a science-related field (preferred).

• Minimum 5 years writing for social media platforms, with a minimum of 3 years writing for science-focused organizations.
• Ability to distill complex scientific and technical topics into clear, compelling language for diverse audiences.
• Experience using social media management systems, such as Cision, for scheduling content.
• Familiarity with federal communication requirements, including the Plain Writing Act and Section 508 compliance.
• Knowledge of SEO and AEO principles.
• Submit two writing samples.

• N/A

• Must be able to obtain a Public Trust clearance.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to be able to occasionally stand; walk; sit; use hands and/or fingers to handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; operate office equipment, reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop; kneel; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and or move up to 25 pounds.

General office environment.

Olgoonik is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. As an Alaska Native corporation, Olgoonik provides hiring preference to Olgoonik shareholders, descendants, and their spouses to the extent allowed by law.