Writer and Author (Print Journalism) – Bethesda, MD

Writer and Author (Print Journalism) – Bethesda, MD

Work Location

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (WRNMMC)
Bethesda, Maryland

This position is expected to be performed onsite at WRNMMC.

Position Details

• Citizenship Requirements: Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Clearance Requirements: Unclassified position. Must satisfy TIER II/non-critical sensitive background investigation/suitability requirements and CAC/network access requirements, as applicable.
• Type of Employment: Full-Time
• Positions Available: 1 FTE
• Period of Performance: Base Period: December 1, 2026 – August 31, 2027, with potential option periods.
• Estimate Pay: $39.81 per hour
• Paid Time Off per Year: Up to 80 hours per year, occurring on day one.
• Sick Leave per Year: Up to 56 hours per year, occurring on day one.
• Paid Federal Holidays: Eleven (11) Paid Federal Holidays

Working Hours

Working hours are typically 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding Federal holidays and authorized Federal facility closures. Working hours are subject to change at the base's discretion. Occasional after-hours support may be required for contingency operations, exercises, or other mission requirements.

Summary of Duties

The Writer and Author will provide professional journalism, writing, and strategic communications support for Walter Reed National Military Medical Center.

The position will research, interview, develop, and write stories and other communications products; manage editorial calendars; collaborate on multimedia products; support media and stakeholder relations; develop website and social media content; and prepare reports, speeches, briefings, and other written communications.

Qualifications
(Copies of all applicable certifications, writing samples/portfolio, and resumes must be forwarded with your application.)

• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, English, or a related field.
• Minimum of five (5) years of professional journalism, writing, or related communications experience.
• Professional writing portfolio or comparable work samples.
• Experience in healthcare communications, military public affairs, or a comparable environment.
• Knowledge of HIPAA/PHI requirements.
• Strong knowledge and application of AP Style.
• Experience with project management and content strategy.
• Strong interviewing, research, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Ability to develop content for print, web, social media, speeches, reports, and briefings.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and manage editorial calendars.
• Research topics and identify appropriate sources.
• Conduct interviews with subject matter experts and stakeholders.
• Write feature stories, news articles, reports, speeches, and briefings.
• Develop website and social media content.
• Apply AP Style and organizational editorial standards.
• Collaborate with graphic design, video, and multimedia personnel.
• Support media and stakeholder relations.
• Support communications for events and crisis situations.
• Coordinate content reviews and approvals.
• Protect sensitive information and comply with applicable HIPAA/PHI requirements.
• Maintain quality, accuracy, and consistency across communications products.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

• Competitive Compensation package
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental and vision options.
• Outstanding career growth potential.

ABOUT US:

Fidelity Partners is an Inc. 5000, USA company that provides medical, technical, logistical, and administrative services to the federal government and commercial Clients across the country. Fidelity offers competitive salaries and benefits packages.

Qualified applicants are encouraged to learn more about us at www.fidelitypartners.org or call us at (210) 822-4005 or Join our Team.

Fidelity Partners provides equal employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws (EoE).