Senior Content Strategist

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You can expect a response from a team member within 24 hours during the regular work week and on the next operating day during the weekend or holidays.Why Bixal? Bixal is a consulting company headquartered in Fairfax, VA, working alongside governments and organizations to help them deliver better services and experiences to the communities they serve. Using evidence-based knowledge and technology, Bixal empowers clients to deliver on their missions more effectively by fostering a culture of learning and continuous improvement.Our ValuesPeople-First: Emphasizing the importance of people in all aspects of work.Collaboration and Transparency: Valuing teamwork and open communication.Growth Mindset: Encouraging innovation and continuous improvement.Creating Lasting Impact: Focusing on meaningful outcomes and positive change.About The RoleWe are seeking a Senior Content Strategist to guide the development and delivery of high-quality communications products that support national education and family engagement initiatives. This role blends subject matter expertise, digital strategy, and leadership in content management to ensure that resources are accurate, engaging, and accessible to diverse audiences. The Senior Content Strategist will collaborate with writers, editors, designers, and technical staff to create, review, and publish content across multiple platforms. You will also play a key role in shaping content strategies, enhancing online communities, and ensuring editorial excellence.This is a full-time position contingent on contract award by our client, with a defined performance period of one year with two one-year option periods. This role offers you a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on a project that aligns with Bixal\'s mission of delivering innovative, human-centered solutions. While the role has a fixed duration, we are committed to transparency and collaboration, keeping you informed about contract updates and new opportunities. At Bixal, we support your professional journey, ensuring your experience reflects our inclusive, purpose-driven culture and prepares you for future success.CompensationThe salary range for this role is $110,000 – $120,000. In the spirit of transparency, most offers tend to land near the midpoint of the range. We make compensation decisions thoughtfully, considering your experience, the skills you bring, and our commitment to internal equity. Fairness and transparency are core to how we operate.ResponsibilitiesLead content planning, development, and publishing across web, digital, and print platforms.Provide subject matter expertise in early childhood education, program management, family engagement, and community support.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure consistent messaging, accuracy, and compliance with editorial standards.Manage content workflows, including assignments, reviews, approvals, and delivery under tight deadlines.Support and enhance online platforms and virtual communities to foster collaboration and knowledge sharing.Ensure accessibility, clarity, and readability across all communications products.Mentor and support junior content staff, editors, and liaisons as needed.Apply analytics and feedback to improve communications strategies and increase audience engagement.Other relevant duties as assigned, trained, and qualified to perform.QualificationsBachelor’s degree in communications, Education, Public Administration, or a related field.7+ years of experience in content management, communications, or program support, with progressive responsibility.Demonstrated expertise in early childhood education or community-based program communications.Strong editorial, writing, and proofreading skills, with the ability to maintain consistent tone and style.Experience coordinating digital communications across websites, online communities, and multimedia platforms.Excellent collaboration and interpersonal skills, with experience working across teams and with external partners.Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.Nice To Have Skills And ExperienceExperience leading content for large-scale education or federal programs.Familiarity with content management systems, web publishing, and accessibility standards.Knowledge of communications analytics tools to track and improve engagement.Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is a plus.How We Support Our TeamFlex hours401K with matching incentiveParental LeaveMedical/dental/vision benefitsFlex Spending AccountCompany provided short-term disability and life insuranceCommuter benefitsPaid Time Off (PTO)11 Paid holidaysOur company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all individuals and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws. Employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs.We leverage technology, communications, data, and human-centered design to help governments and leading organizations be more efficient, effective, and impactful. #J-18808-Ljbffr