Technical Writer Job Posting

Job Title:	HOT! Technical Writer + Proposal Management - Contract to hire
Company:	Persel Gardner
Position Type:	Contract to Hire
Pay Rate:	Commensurate
Skills:	Project Manager, Technical Writer, write, writing, proposal, ISP, SDLC, ISP, SaaS, LEC, Carrier
Date Posted:	Sep-11-09

Overview:
Responsibilities include:
· Write, review, edit, format, publish, maintain documentation including templates as needed for organization including user guides, job aids, proposals, diagrams, processes, project plans, requirements matrixes, etc.
· Host meetings and conduct documentation planning and walkthroughs/review sessions
· Work with subject-matter experts to gather and document technical information
· Assist with the analysis of proposal requirements
· Capture system/process requirements
· Create documentation and proposal project deliverables
· Ensure quality and timely delivery of project schedule
· Ensure all documentation is in accordance with existing documentation procedures
· Manage documentation as received from project leaders

Requested:
· BA in English or related
· 4+ years technical writing and editing experience
· Proposal Management experience
· Demonstrated and proven project management skills and experience
· Conceptual understanding of SDLC process, business application functions, basic business knowledge and technical communication knowledge
· Familiarity with technical writing methodology
· Proficient in MS Office applications, Adobe products and screen capture software
· Must have expert working knowledge of MS Word, PowerPoint and Visio
· ISP, SaaS, LEC or Carrier experience required

Attributes
· Ability to translate moderate to complex technical information in writing to a variety of audiences
· Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
· Ability to organize and prioritize workload
· Ability to communicate effectively
· Ability to work with a wide degree of creativity and latitude
· Excellent organization skills
· Ability to manage high-volume workload and work to strict deadlines, must be flexible
· Experience of working to measurable quality standards, targets and deadlines
· The ability to work effectively on multiple and concurrent projects
· Experience of working within a matrixed team

Start Date: September 21, 2009 or ASAP

Duration: 6+ month contract to hire

Location:	US-VA-Dulles
Telecommute:	No (Onsite Position)
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URL:	http://employment.topechelon.com/web70909/jobseeker/sSetup.asp?spagencykeyidlist=70909&runsearch=1&defaultsearch=1
Contact Comments:
To apply, please visit the link below and select ?Sr. Technical Writer and Proposal Manager.? In the ?Comments? section, please include pertinent details about yourself and experiences, including why you think you are a great fit for this position. We're looking for you to really connect to each position, so please be concise but descriptive. Please include writing samples that demonstrate your best work. This is a contract to hire position, so please also include your hourly rate and salary history and expectations in your submission. Thank you.