TECHNICAL WRITER (ADMINISTRATOR IV)

GRADE

STD0019

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH Office of Contract Management & Procurement (OCMP)

201 W. Preston Street

Baltimore, MD 21201

Main Purpose of Job

The Technical Writer is a hybrid position that specializes in researching, developing, writing, editing, and generating written technical specifications for complex requests for proposals. This position involves an advanced level of work writing technical specifications and advanced planning documents. The technical writer is proficient in science and technology and is responsible for writing specifications in a clear and concise manner to ensure that technical specifications and requirements are properly included in departmental solicitation documents.

Additional functions of the Technical Writer include:

• Serves as technical writing expert in development of RFP, IFB, RFI, PORFP, and or TORFP related projects
• Leads collaboration efforts with departmental program representatives in the development, writing and editing of solicitation documents, specifications, scope of work activities, contract modifications, and contract renewals
• Tracks the development of technical material from the initial draft to final approval and publication
• Organizes and creates technical documents from notes, meeting minutes and whiteboarding sessions
• Meets with internal stakeholders to discuss and resolve problems and issues relating to technical specification development.

This position also requires:

• Knowledge of Maryland state procurement regulations.
• The ability to collaborate across teams and communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences.
• Familiarity with content management systems and version control tools.
• Understanding of contract lifecycle management and workflow processes.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:Â Â Â Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.

Experience:Â Six years of administrative staff or professional work.Â

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute 30 credit hours from an accredited college or university for each year up to four years of the required experience.

2. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor''s degree from an accredited college or university and two years of experience in administrative staff or professional work for the required experience.Â

3. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Master''s degree from an accredited college or university for five years of the required experience.

4. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer involving staff work related to the administration of rules, regulations, policy, procedures and processes, or overseeing or coordinating unit operations or functioning as a staff assistant to a higher ranking commissioned officer on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The desired candidate should possess:

• Technical writing experience, preferably in procurement, contracting, or government operations.
• Experience interpreting complex regulations and translating them into clear guidance.
• Experience creating manuals, SOPs, templates, and training materials.
• Public health or healthcare agency experience.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator''s license valid in the State of Maryland.

SELECTION PROCESS

Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work. Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview).Â

Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added.Â

Incorrect application forms will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

Candidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to MDH, Recruitment and Selection Division, 201 W. Preston St., Room 114-B, Baltimore, MD 21201. Paper application materials must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted.

If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload. If you are unable to upload, please fax the requested information to 410-333-5689. Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the MDH Recruitment and Selection Division at 410-767-1251.

If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov.Â

Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: 410-767-1251 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.

People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State''s diversity.