Technical Writer

Overview:

GovCIO is currently hiring for a Technical Writer 3 to Technical Writer. This position will be located in North Charleston, SC and will be a fully on site position.

Responsibilities:

Writes, rewrites and/or edits technical documents such as technical procedure manuals, user manuals, programming manuals, service manuals, operational specifications, and related technical publications to communicate clearly and effectively technical specifications and instructions to a wide range of audiences. Acquires subject knowledge by interviewing product developers, observing performance of production methods, referring to technical specifications, blueprints, engineering illustrations, and trade journals. Oversees preparation of illustrative materials, selecting drawings, sketches, diagrams and charts. Conducts quality review of materials.

• Translates complex data into user-friendly text for print and electronic publications, such as technical journals, user and training manuals, government proposals, websites and podcasts.
• Gathers information through research, statistical reports and interviews with technical staff.
• Develops cataloging systems, and maintains records, files, electronic media and archiving of information for publications.
• Assists in preparing material for technical seminars and business forums. May be called upon to assist in technical or business presentations in such meetings as business or customer needs require.
• Selects or recommends use of layouts, graphics, drawings, tables, exhibits, illustrations, charts, or storyboards to amplify or clarify publications objectives.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's with 5 - 8 years (or commensurate experience)

Required Skills and Experience

• Clearance Required: Secret

Preferred Skills and Experience;

BA degree in English Journalism or technical writer

 

 

 

 

 

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Posted Salary Range: USD $85,000.00 - USD $105,000.00 /Yr.