Senior Technical Writer

Profile

Job specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees.  Specifications are
not
intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
SUMMARY
Technical Writing services needed to support the testing of systems and applications that will support the Decennial Census 2018 End to End Test. 
The candidate must have experience in designing, developing and maintaining technical documentation, as well as delivery of on-the-job training as necessary.  The candidate will be responsible developing documentation and specifications for software systems, procedures and training materials, facilitating training for system users, and providing on-the-job training. 
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Document Development Lifecycle
Analysis
Design
Development
Implementation
Evaluation
Maintenance
Structured software development methodologies (waterfall and agile)
QUALIFICATIONS - EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION
Required (Minimum) Qualifications
Bachelors’ Degree in Education, Journalism, English, Liberal Arts or appropriate related discipline
Five (5) years’ experience in related field
Strong analytical, technical, and problem solving skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work well with others in a team environment and also able to function independently
Ability to multi-task and meet established deadlines for multiple projects simultaneously and work in a high pressure production environment
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Document Development Life Cycle (DDLC) 
Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) (waterfall and agile)
Designing and developing technical documentation for software and non-software systems 
Building interactive eLearning courses and storylines
Using eLearning software and authoring tools (e.g., Adobe Captivate, Advanced PowerPoint, Articulate, etc.) 
Multi-media
Defining objectives and curriculum outlines
Developing technical documentation for technical writing for technical and non-technical users.
Reviewing pertinent documentation (e.g., user stories, requirements, specifications, etc.) concerning the subject and topics to be documented
Analyzing documented requirements, developing supporting documentation and eliciting feedback from the subject matter experts, and the target audience from which the documentation is written
Developing specifications
Analyzing and interpreting specifications from which technical documentation will be written
Developing technical procedures to support operational processing activities.
Create or modify plans and procedures to create technical documentation, taking into consideration the requirements, intended use of the system, facility constraints and equipment, and need to involve system users.
Developing and modifying procedural manuals.
Developing training materials and reference guides.
Conducting training 
Editing and proofreading 
Writing logical instructions
Writing clearly, concisely and precisely
Developing, gathering and disseminating technical information to stakeholders
Assimilating and conveying technical materials in a concise and effective manner
Working in high pressure production environment
Using standard office software packages (e.g., Excel, Word, Access etc.)   
Preferred
Instructional design, instructional technology, instructional learning sciences, educational technology, preferred
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Essential and marginal functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for bending, stooping, sitting, walking or standing for prolonged periods of time; most of time is spent sitting in a comfortable position with frequent opportunity to move about.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work Environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be borne by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 
Job is performed in an office setting with exposure to computer screens and requires extensive use of a computer, keyboard, mouse and multi-line telephone system. The work described herein is primarily a modern office setting. Occasional travel may be required.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
No supervisory responsibilities.
ADDITIONAL QUALIFYING FACTORS
As a condition of employment, may be required to pass a pre-employment drug screening, as well as have acceptable reference and background check results to obtain access to military base. Must have reliable transportation to/from work a necessity and must be able to obtain access to military installations.
Shareholder Preference.
 BSNC gives hiring, promotion, training and retention preference to BSNC shareholders, BSNC shareholder descendants and BSNC shareholder spouses, in that order.
**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. is an Equal Opportunity/ AA/ Male/ Female/ Disability/ Vets employer.
We participate in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program. We are a drug free workplace.
Visit our website at
****for more details and to apply.
# of Vacancies
1
Job Requirements

Company info

Sign Up Now - MiamiCrossing.com