Technical Writer

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Performs highly advanced (senior-level) technical writing under the director of the Section Director.

Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule and performs other duties as assigned.

(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 agency's 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.

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; computer systems and data systems, processes, and visualization tools; public administration and management techniques; program planning and implementation; Project Management practices, principles, and processes; Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) methodologies.

Skill in business, program, and system analysis; developing goals, objectives, and procedures to monitor and evaluate progress; writing analyses, documentation and reports; organizing and presenting complex information to a variety of audiences verbally and in writing; identifying problems, evaluating alternatives, and negotiating and implementing solutions; translating 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; 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.

Minimum Requirements

CANDIDATE SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

4 Years Required Experience

4 Years Preferred Experience