Job Opportunity: Technical Writer/Communication Specialist

Young Environmental Consulting Group, LLC is seeking a Technical Writer / Communications Specialist to support the development of high-quality project documentation, digital marketing content, and client-facing communications. This position plays a vital role in ensuring clear, consistent messaging across technical reports, proposals, and outreach materials. The ideal candidate brings a blend of technical writing expertise, marketing acumen, and a collaborative mindset.

Key Responsibilities

  • Draft, edit, and format project reports, proposals, fact sheets, memos, public communications, and technical documentation

  • Translate complex scientific and regulatory information into accessible language for clients, partners, and the public

  • Provide proposal support including resume development, project descriptions, QA/QC, formatting, and compliance with RFP requirements

  • Assist with preparation of digital marketing content for newsletters, websites, email campaigns, and social media platforms

  • Conduct and summarize market research to inform strategic pursuits, positioning efforts, and client outreach

  • Collaborate with technical staff to organize and verify source material for both technical and marketing use

  • Apply and maintain Young Environmental’s brand voice, templates, and formatting standards

  • Maintain and update content libraries, templates, and project records for marketing and proposal use

  • Support internal communications and staff engagement efforts as needed

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Technical Writing, English, Marketing, Communications, Environmental Science, or a related field

  • 3–5 years of experience in technical writing, communications, or marketing support (experience in the environmental or engineering sector strongly preferred)

  • Exceptional writing, editing, and formatting skills with attention to detail and consistency

  • Familiarity with digital marketing tools and platforms (e.g., Mailchimp, WordPress, Canva, Hootsuite, or similar)

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and collaborative tools (e.g., OneDrive, SharePoint)

  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and adapt to shifting priorities

  • Strong research and synthesis skills, particularly in evaluating industry, client, and opportunity trends

  • Comfortable collaborating across disciplines and engaging with technical staff

Comprehensive Benefits Package

  • Competitive salary: $60,000–$80,000 based on experience and qualifications

Health & Wellness

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees, spouses, domestic partners, and dependents

  • Coverage begins the first of the month following hire

  • Supplemental insurance for Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospitalization

  • HSA and FSA options

  • Employer-paid Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance

  • Employer-paid Life Insurance

  • Mental health and wellness support programs

  • Identity theft protection

  • Pet insurance

Retirement Plans

  • Safe Harbor 401(k) with pre-tax and Roth contribution options

  • Employer match: 100% of the first 3% and 50% of the next 2% of employee contributions

  • Eligibility after 6 months of service with immediate 100% vesting

  • Loan and distribution features available

Flexible Work Environment

  • Hybrid/remote work flexibility

  • Generous paid time off (PTO)

  • Floating holiday

  • Sick leave

About Young Environmental

Founded in 2016, Young Environmental Consulting Group, LLC is a woman-owned environmental consulting firm rooted in the values of Integrity + Excellence + Collaboration + Grace. We specialize in water and natural resource management, regulatory compliance, and infrastructure support. Our team is committed to delivering technically rigorous, community-centered, and environmentally responsible solutions.

We offer a flexible and inclusive work environment where employees are encouraged to grow professionally, collaborate across disciplines, and meaningfully contribute to our shared mission. Creativity, compassion, and clarity are essential to how we work—with each other and with our clients.

APPLY TODAY:

Interested applicants can send a completed application, resume, and cover letter to the attention of Della Schall Young, Chief Executive Officer and Principal Scientist to: careers@youngecg.com

  1. Download: YECG Employment Application

  2. Please include the position title in your email subject line

Note: Young Environmental does not accept resumes from third parties.