IT Technical Writer/Trainer - PMP a plus

Job Title: VDOT IT Technical Writer/Trainer - PMP a plus

Location: Richmond, VA

Work Arrangement: Hybrid- work onsite 2-3 days/week

04/15/2024 to 06/30/2024- possibly 6-12+ months

The Project Management Technical Writer/Trainer will be responsible for documenting procedures via job aids, templates, forms, flow diagrams, and presentation decks. They will create, update training programs, and conduct trainings as required.



The Project Management Technical Writer/Trainer will be working in the Project Management Office (PMO) documenting procedures via job aids, templates, forms, flow diagrams, and presentation decks. The Project Management Technical Writer will also create and update training programs provided by the PMO, and conduct trainings as required. The procedures and training cover all phases of Waterfall, Agile, and Hybrid technology projects.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Create and update job aids, templates, forms, flow diagrams and presentation decks on the subject of technology project management and the methodologies employed at Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) and Virginia Information Technologies Agency (VITA).

Create, update and deliver training programs to technology project managers.

Consult with other members of the PMO and subject matter experts within the organization to develop content for documentation and training programs.

Coordinate to obtain approval of procedures and training developed with PMO management and key stakeholders.

Manage working relationships with key stakeholders at all levels, including executive management, business management, vendors, project sponsors, suppliers, and technology management.

Additional responsibilities as assigned.





KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Strong background in technology project management.

Strong experience increating written documentation including update job aids, templates, forms,flow diagrams and presentation decks.

Strong experience creatingand delivering training programs.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Strong analytical, organizational, and decision-making skills.

Exceptional interpersonal skills for collaborating.

Ability to plan in a rapidly changing environment and to provide guidance for changes as required.

Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the demonstrated ability to simplify and briefly, succinctly communicate complex issues to multiple audiences.

Exceptional knowledge of both Agile and Waterfall project management principles and practices.