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State of Tennessee · 3 hours ago

Technical Writer

United States

Contract

Remote

Entry, Mid Level

$42/hr - $42/hr

2+ years exp

The State of Tennessee is seeking a Communication Specialist (Technical Writer) to develop and manage content across various platforms related to public health. The role involves translating complex public health topics into accessible messages and supporting marketing campaigns while ensuring compliance with digital accessibility standards.

AgricultureChildrenEducationGovernmentHealth Care

H1B Sponsor Likely

Hiring Manager

Bandari Venkatsai

Responsibilities

Develop, write, and manage content across multiple platforms, including websites, newsletters, social media, print materials, presentations, and reports

Translate complex public health topics into clear, engaging, and approachable messages for a variety of audiences

Assist in creating and maintaining content that aligns with digital accessibility requirements, including ADA/WCAG 2.1 AA and Revised Section 508 standards

Support the planning, development, and execution of public health and marketing campaigns, including creative concepting, messaging, and timeline management

Assist with media placement efforts by coordinating with vendors, researching appropriate channels, managing deliverables, and ensuring timely, accurate distribution of campaign assets

Track and monitor campaign performance metrics and help adjust strategies to expand reach, engagement, and overall effectiveness

Collaborate with subject matter experts, creative teams, and community partners

Demonstrate flexibility when priorities shift

Qualification

CanvaAdobe Creative SuitePublic health communicationsDigital accessibility knowledgeEditing skillsCultural competencyExceptional writing skillsStorytelling skillsProblem-solving skillsCollaboration skillsFlexibility

Required

Bachelor's degree in communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field

Proficiency in Canva and Adobe Creative Suite (graphic design samples required)

Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills

Understanding of cultural competency and sensitivity in public health communications

Proven ability to manage multiple deadlines and projects in a remote work environment

A collaborative, innovative, and flexible team member with strong problem-solving skills

Must currently reside in Tennessee

Preferred

2–5 years of experience in public health, nonprofit, or government communications preferred

Familiarity with, or willingness to learn, digital accessibility requirements (WCAG 2.1 AA / Section 508)

Company

State of Tennessee

Glassdoor3.6

State government is the largest employer in Tennessee, with approximately 43,500 employees in the three branches of government.

Founded in 1796

Nashville, Tennessee, USA

10001+ employees

https://www.tn.gov/

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