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Skills
Administrator Documentationunmatched
Adobe Acrobatunmatched
Analysis Skillsunmatched
Brand Marketing (Branding)unmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Content Management Systems (CMS)unmatched
Data Collectionunmatched
Detail Orientedunmatched
Document Managementunmatched
Documentationunmatched
Documentation Formatunmatched
Editingunmatched
English Languageunmatched
Establish Prioritiesunmatched
Governmentunmatched
Journalismunmatched
Microsoft Excelunmatched
Microsoft Officeunmatched
Microsoft PowerPointunmatched
Microsoft Wordunmatched
Multitaskingunmatched
Newsletterunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Project/Program Managementunmatched
Proofreadingunmatched
Public Administrationunmatched
Records Managementunmatched
Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)unmatched
Standards Developmentunmatched
Technical Editingunmatched
Technical Writingunmatched
Time Managementunmatched
Web Accessibilityunmatched
Web Designunmatched
Web Programmingunmatched
Website Managementunmatched
Writing Skillsunmatched
Description
Role: Technical Writer
Client : DC Governemnt
Location : Washington, DC (Onsite)
Job Description:
Key Responsibilities
Review, edit, and update agency website content to ensure accuracy, consistency, accessibility, and alignment with agency branding and communication standards.
Draft, revise, and maintain website text, announcements, newsletters, guidance documents, and other agency communications.
Edit and proofread a variety of written materials for grammar, punctuation, clarity, tone, and formatting.
Review, update, and standardize Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and other operational documentation.
Format documents, reports, manuals, presentations, and correspondence for internal and external distribution.
Collaborate with subject matter experts and program staff to gather information and translate technical or complex information into clear, concise, and audience-appropriate content.
Ensure all documents comply with agency style guides, document control procedures, and applicable policies.
Maintain document version control and support the organization of agency documentation.
Recommend improvements to documentation processes, templates, and writing standards to promote consistency and efficiency.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in English, Technical Writing, Communications, Journalism, Public Administration, or a related field. Relevant experience may substitute for education where applicable.
One (1) to six (6) years of professional experience in technical writing, editing, communications, or document management.
Experience editing website content and technical or administrative documentation.
Experience developing and maintaining Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Excellent written, verbal, editing, and proofreading skills with exceptional attention to detail.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and Adobe Acrobat.
Experience using content management systems (CMS) for website updates is preferred.
Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize deadlines, and work independently and collaboratively.
Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in a government or public sector environment.
Knowledge of plain language principles and web accessibility standards.
Familiarity with document management systems and agency records management practices.