Technical Writer (0038)

August 17

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OCT Consulting LLC

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Leaders in Organizational Change & Technology

Acquisition and Procurement • Information Technology • Financial Management • Program Management • Management Consulting

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Description

• Draft and revise scientific/technical documentation in simple languages to be understood by a wide range of stakeholders • Produces documentation training materials, white papers, user manuals, reports, process diagrams and workflows, presentations, strategic plans, guidance, communications plans, studies, briefings, and meeting minutes/notes. Prepares such materials in a variety of forms (documents, PowerPoints, web pages, etc.) • Reviews and edits project critical documents and artifacts for spelling, grammar, context, flow, and clarity; Precision in execution is required • Manage writing multiple projects with various deadlines • Support in analyzing, developing, and editing presentations, manuals, data diagrams, and complex reports • Collaborate with program office staff to research and publish reports • Supports the workflow process to ensure the successful completion of each revision cycle and distribution of technical publications • Complies with established quality processes to ensure accuracy, ease of use, and timely delivery of each revision cycle content • Writes technical publications content as directed • Conducts reviews and analyzes technical documents to gain a thorough understanding of how complex systems operate and how they are to be integrated into technical manuals to provide the end user with the level of text and graphics • Consults with internal/ external customers and engineering to create/revise technical manuals to support the department/corporate operating priorities • Provide input to management on new processes or technology for integration into the technical publications business model • Assist in developing solutions for overcoming the technology/technical issues introduced by outside suppliers for incorporation into existing manuals.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree with a major in English, Communications, Journalism or related field preferred. • Minimum of 8 years prior experience in technical writing/communications strategy and implementation • At least 8 years of experience writing for federal government acquisitions and program management-related organizations or equivalent organizations. • Must have experience writing and editing complex technical material drafted by others using established practices, standards, and guidance including the application of technical communications. • Excellent organizational skills and detail-oriented style. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. • Proficiency in Microsoft and Google suite. • Must possess an active DoD Secret clearance.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance • Retirement savings 401K plan provided by an industry-leading provider with 3% employer matching contributions. • Paid Time Off • Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term disability benefits • Training Benefits