Technical Writer

Hybrid in Richmond, VA, US • Posted 1 day ago • Updated 1 day ago

Contract Independent

Hybrid

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Cascading Style Sheets
API
Accessibility
Adobe Acrobat
Agile
Attention To Detail
Clarity
HTML
JSON
Management
Programming Languages
Regulatory Compliance
Document Review
Documentation
Editing
English
Git
Google Docs
Cloud Computing
Collaboration
Communication
Computer Science
Technical Writing
Software Development
Standard Operating Procedure
Technical Communication
Confluence
User Experience
Version Control
Writing
IO
Release Notes
SaaS
Scrum
Snagit
Software Architecture
User Guides

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Position Description:

ELECT - Technical Writer 3

(ELECT) is seeking a highly skilled Technical Writer with proven experience in developing clear, concise, user-friendly documentation for complex technical products.
Must be able to work a hybrid schedule.

The Virginia Department of Elections (ELECT) is seeking a highly skilled Technical Writer with proven experience in developing clear, concise, user-friendly documentation for complex technical products. This position plays a critical role in ensuring that complex technical information is communicated clearly and effectively to internal and external stakeholders. The ideal candidate for this position will be able to develop documentation for a cloud-based software development project with the initial phase currently in progress.

This engagement will require writing a style guide for a software development project. Applicants are required to submit a writing sample, preferably a style guide or similar product.

Duties and Responsibilities

Translate complex concepts into clear, concise and accessible language for technical and non-technical audiences.

Manage multiple documentation projects and meet established deadlines.

Collaborate with developers, product managers, and subject matter experts to provide a written product for technical and non-technical audiences in support of an Agile development team, to include but not limited to user guides, API documents, and release notes.

Maintain strong version control and documentation review practices.

Ensure documentation complies with agency standards, accessibility requirements, and formatting guidelines.

Skills Table:

Skill Required / Desired Amount of Experience

Bachelor s degree in English, Technical Communication, Computer Science, or a related field.

Required 5 Years

Minimum of 5 + years of experience in technical writing, preferably in a government or technology environment.

Required 5 Years

Expert in the use of MS Word, Google Docs, Confluence, or similar tools.

Required 5 Years

Proficiency with Adobe Acrobat, SnagIT, or similar tools for visuals.

Required 5 Years

Experience with Git or other version control systems at the contributor or read only level and documentation platforms such as GitBook or similar.

Required 5 Years

Understanding of Scrum/Agile methodology.

Required 5 Years

Familiarity with REST APIs, JSON, and software architecture concepts.

Required 5 Years

Ability to read code snippets.

Required 5 Years

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, clarity and attention to detail in written products.

Required 5 Years

Experience creating, editing, and maintaining technical documentation including manuals, user guides, standard operating procedure, and etc.

Required 5 Years

Ability to interview subject matter experts (SMEs) and distill complex information.

Required 5 Years

Experience with government documentation and standards and accessibility compliance.

Highly desired 5 Years

Familiarity with diagramming tools (Lucidchart, Draw.io, etc.) highly desired.

Highly desired 5 Years

Basic knowledge of programming languages or IT systems.

Highly desired 5 Years

Experience with UX writing is highly desirable.

Highly desired 5 Years

Knowledge of programming languages, such as Markdown and HTML/CSS.

Highly desired 5 Years

Experience writing for software products. (SaaS, desktop, or mobile)

Highly desired 5 Years

What City and State is your candidate currently located?

Does your candidate agree to work and interview on site as needed in Richmond VA?

Do not submit your candidate if they were submitted to ELECT - Technical Writer 3 (788332). They will not be considered.

THE MANAGER HAS REQUESTE THAT ALL CANDIDATES PROVIDE A STYLE GUIDE WRITTEN FOR A TECHNICAL PROJECT AT THE TIME OF SUBMISSION. DONT SUBMITT YOUR CANDIDATE UNLESS YOU ARE ABLE TO PROVIDE A WRITING SAMPLE.

Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.

Dice Id: 91103975A
Position Id: 8858864
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