Technical Writer Job Posting

Job Title:	Technical Writer
Job ID:	9595
Company:	VanderHouwen & Associates
Position Type:	Contract
Pay Rate:	doe
Skills:	html, javascript
Date Posted:	Oct-28-09

Technical Writer
12 month contract

Duties:
Write content & develop documentation to support printers and multifunction devices (MFPs).
Create content in XHTML, XML, CSS, JavaScript, within allotted timeframe collaborating with Customer Support, Engineering, and other geographically dispersed colleagues.
Simultaneously work on multiple projects with multiple priorities and deadlines.
Track projects independently and raise issues as appropriate to ensure on-time delivery of assignments.
Scope workload, help develop schedules, track and report status to ensure on-time delivery of final files.
Ensure that milestones and deliverables sync up with other development team dependencies and deadlines for items such as user guides, control panel strings, instructional movies, etc.
Leverage previous content; refer to specifications and use prototypes to develop new content.
Leverage existing shared content whenever possible to minimize translation costs.
Collaborate with editor, other writers, and illustrators to share content and art requirements.
Provide QA help websites on all supported browsers and in all languages to ensure help compatibility across platforms and browsers.

Skills:
Detail oriented
Excellent technical writing skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong Project management skills
Ability to work well in a collaborative environment
Skilled in Dreamweaver, Flare, and or Robohelp
Working knowledge of Frame Maker, Indesign, and Illustrator
Expert ability to work with help systems/developing help systems
Expert in XHTML, XML, JavaScript, and CSS

Education and Experience:
Minimum: BS/MS in Computer Science/Engineering, Information Systems, or Electrical Engineering or equivalent work experience and practical knowledge.
2+ years experience in related field.

Preferred:
Experience writing in a content management system

Location:	US-OR-Wilsonville
Telecommute:	No (Onsite Position)
Contact Name:	Recruiter
Contact Phone:	503.299.6811
Contact Email:	9595-1826-MH589@apply.maxhire.net
URL:	http://vanh.maxhire.net/cp/?E55A69361D43717B7A5913653251176F482F774A50