Job Description
About the job Technical Writer 2
Technical Writer 2 (100% Onsite)
Location: Austin, TX Work Type: W2 (No Benefits) Onsite: 1100 W 49TH ST, Austin, Texas 78757
Job Description The Technical Writer will be responsible for:
- Developing and maintaining user and technical documentation and project process documentation for Application Teams.
- Understanding the users view of applications and/or technology and can put procedures in a logical sequence.
- Providing 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.
- Drafting 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.
Additional job details and special considerations
- Performs highly advanced (senior-level) technical writing under the director of the Section Director.
- Coordinates the review, evaluation, composition, organization, and editing of technical documents, materials, and reports.
- Participates in business analysis, process planning, and agency policy and procedure development and implementation.
- Coordinates projects and teams' activities to achieve Section goals and objectives. Studies and analyzes operations and issues and prepares reports of findings and recommendations in the different points of service.
- Prepares and assists in the preparation of administrative reports, studies, and specialized technical projects.
- Provides consultative services and technical assistance to plan, implement, and monitor effective programs and services.
- Works with program staff in determining trends and resolving technical issues.
- Reviews and evaluates information on service delivery system methods, outputs, and activities to identify gaps in resources and recommend improvements.
- Develops procedures and workflows.
- Works under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
- Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule and performs other duties as assigned.
Job Duties: - (30%) Conducts detailed studies and reviews, defines problems in areas such as administrative practices, workflow, and other business processes. Functions as a consultant to plan, implement and monitor effective business process improvement recommendations.
- (25%) Develops management/workflow reporting tools for program areas. Compile and analyze statistical information to assist management in making informed decisions.
- (20%) Assist with tracking the development and approval of business processes, systems, and reporting requirements. Coordinates with program and IT staff in discovery, development, and implementation of program systems.
- (20%) Develop workflow procedures and provide training, technical assistance, and information-sharing to program staff.
- (5%) Other duties as assigned: include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agencys obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. The division is an active partner in response activities. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location.
A successful Technical Writer will bring: Knowledge: - Knowledge of business and management principles involved in business evaluation, strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership techniques, coordination of people and resources, and of project management principles and practices;
- Familiar with computer systems and data systems, processes, and visualization tools;
- Understanding of public administration and management techniques; program planning and implementation;
- Knowlege of project management practices, principles, and processes;
- Understanding of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) methodologies.
Skills :
- Skilled in business, program, and system analysis;
- Ability to developing goals, objectives, and procedures to monitor and evaluate progress;
- Ability to create writing analyses, documentation, and reports;
- Skilled in organizing and presenting complex information to a variety of audiences verbally and in writing;
- Has the ability to identify problems, evaluate alternatives, and negotiate and implement solutions;
- Ability to translate complex technical information verbally and in writing for non-technical audiences.
- Ability to maintain excellent working relationships with all stakeholders to deliver multiple interdependent initiatives that span various stakeholders;
- Devise effective solutions to administrative and fiscal barriers and problems;
- Create concise, accurate reports; develop and evaluate policies and procedures;
- Write and revise standards and procedures;
- Assess and manage priorities;
- Communicate clearly, concisely, and effectively;
- Work in a team-approach collaborative environment;
- Apply a critical and analytical approach to problem-solving;
- Gather, assemble, and analyze facts;
- Plan, organize, schedule, and monitor completion of assigned projects;
- Work independently and to deliver results in an environment of broad, consultative management.
Requirements: - 4-7 years of experience in the field or in a related area.
- Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field.
- Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
- A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required.
- Works under limited supervision with considerable latitude for initiative and independent judgment.
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