Technical Writer (Prefer local with Public Sector/State Client exp)

Overview

On Site
$60.96/-
Accepts corp to corp applications
Contract - W2
Contract - 800 Hour(s)

Skills

Technical Writer

Job Details

Respond by: 06/02/2025

Rate: DOE

Type: Contract

Work Mode: Onsite

Location: Austin TX

Please respond with resume and 3 references preferably supervisor (name, title, company, email, phone number)

Background Check will be performed if a candidate is selected for placement and will have to be passed'

Job Description

Develops and maintains user and technical documentation and project process documentation for Information Technology Teams. Understands the user's view of applications and/or technology and is able to put procedures in a logical sequence. Provides expertise on technical concepts of applications and /or user groups and structuring procedures in a logical sequence, due to a broad understanding of the applications. Writes a variety of technical articles, reports, brochures, and/or manuals for documentation for a wide range of uses. May be responsible for coordinating the display of graphics and the production of the document.

Performs highly advanced (senior-level) technical writing work coordinating the composition, organization, and editing of compiled information. Works under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Employees at this level may independently perform the most complex technical writing work and may prepare and refine material for speeches and public presentations.

Aid IT in documenting the environment, policies, procedures, and plans of the IT Division. Work involves conducting detailed analysis of and extensive research on data, providing results, and monitoring and implementing data quality. Develop and implement customer-centric metrics and reporting. Support performance, quality, and improvement efforts to help streamline processes through data analysis and visualization. Manage the analysis of data and embrace evaluative thinking that includes posing thoughtful questions about data, getting feedback from key stakeholders, and using data to support staff, programs, and operations.

II. CANDIDATE SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Requirements:
Candidates that do not meet or exceed the minimum stated requirements (skills/experience) will be displayed to customers but may not be chosen for this opportunity.

Years

Required/Preferred

Experience

8

Required

Experience in composing, reviewing, and editing technical documents, policy manuals, procedural documents, operational guidelines, materials, and reports.

8

Required

Previous experience researching, developing, and disseminating information on techniques for organizing and presenting policy, procedure and technical information.

8

Required

Ability to consult with technical staff in the development of documentation, policy and procedural material.

6

Required

Previous experience preparing responses to correspondence, reports, surveys, questionnaires, and other requests for information

6

Required

Experience creating and presenting policy and procedure updates, reports, options and feedback to upper management and C Level stakeholders.

5

Preferred

Previous technology writing experience in the public sector

5

Preferred

Knowledge of IT policies and procedures

III. TERMS OF SERVICE

Services are expected to start 06/20/2025 and are expected to complete by 08/31/2025. Total estimated hours per Candidate shall not exceed 800 hours. This service may be amended, renewed, and/or extended providing both parties agree to do so in writing.

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