Terminologist

Description

This position is contingent upon successful contract award. 

Providecritical support in the maintenance and synchronization of official military lexicons and publications. Primary focus is ensuring language used in strategic documents is consistent with the DoD Dictionary of Military and Associated Terms and all publication data is accurate across multiple platforms, providing the “connective tissue” of doctrinal documents. Travel may be required.

Job Roles & Responsibilities

• Terminology Management: Familiarity with the terms found in the DoD Dictionary and the formal administrative process for updating or changing approved terminology. Monitor and apply changes to the DoD Dictionary; facilitate process for incorporating newly approved terms and definitions into active publications.
• Publication Support: Demonstrate working understanding of the doctrine development, and publication processes within a military or government framework. Assist in the doctrine development lifecycle by tracking documents through various stages of drafting, coordination, and final approval.
• Data Synchronization: Conduct rigorous quality control checks to ensure consistency of data, terminology, and formatting across related manuals, large-scale technical manuals, and strategic documents.
• Information Management: Utilize the MS Office Suite to draft correspondence, manage complex spreadsheets for tracking publication status, and create presentations for departmental briefings.
• Document Review: Identify and correct discrepancies in terminology usage to prevent "doctrinal drift" between Service-level and Joint-level publications.

Requirements

Experience Requirements: Candidates must demonstrate successful experience in at least two of the following areas:

• Lifecycle Knowledge: A working understanding of the doctrine development and publication processes within a military or government framework.
• Quality Assurance: Proven experience ensuring data consistency between multiple related documents or large-scale technical manuals.
• Software Proficiency: Intermediate to advanced experience with Microsoft Excel, MS Word, and PowerPoint for data management and document production.

Education Requirements

• Associate degree or equivalent in Business Management; Computer Science, Information Systems, or other related disciplines, OR
• No degree with 3 years of experience in the areas mentioned above.  

Clearance Requirements:  Possesses and maintain Top Secret Clearance (SCI preferred)

If you meet these qualifications and are ready to make an impact, we encourage you to apply today!

Prevailance, Inc. proudly supports veterans as a member of the V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) program and the Hire Vets initiative. Recognized as a Top Workplace in 2025, Prevailance fosters a supportive, mission-driven environment for its team members. We provide a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, designed to support health, wellness, and financial security. Our benefits include:

• Medical Insurance
• TriCare Supplemental
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Coverage
• 401(k) Plan with Company Matching Contributions
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Computing Device Reimbursement Program

Prevailance, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, marital status or any other consideration prohibited by law or contract. Prevailance, Inc. participates in E-Verify and is VEVRAA Compliant.