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Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in technical writing and editing, with a strong focus on creating accurate and accessible documentation for federal government clients. Proficient in collaborating with diverse stakeholders and adhering to regulatory standards, including Section 508 compliance.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Technical WritingMicrosoft Office SuiteAdobe Creative CloudSection 508 ComplianceInterpersonal Communication
ATS Keywords
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Hard Skills
Technical WritingEditingProofreadingDocument ManagementSOP DevelopmentContent ResearchInstructional DesignAccessibility StandardsMedical TerminologyEHR Documentation
Soft Skills
Attention to DetailCommunication SkillsCollaborationDeadline ManagementInterpersonal Skills
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft WordPowerPointExcelSharePointTeamsJiraConfluenceInDesignIllustratorPhotoshop
Industry Keywords
Federal GovernmentHealthcareClinical GuidelinesTraining DocumentationAdult Learning TheoryGovernment Health AgencyBest PracticesPlain Language PrinciplesDocument Review CyclesProgram Requirements
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesCloud
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Create, edit, and maintain a comprehensive library of technical and instructional documentation for a federal government client
- Research, write, edit, and maintain SOPs, training manuals, instructor guides, job aids, and FAQs
- Ensure documents are accurate, consistent, and aligned with current regulations, clinical guidelines, and program requirements
- Collaborate with trainers, SMEs, quality assurance personnel, program managers, clinical staff, and the MDE Training team
- Translate trainer-developed content into polished, publication-ready training documents
- Convert existing training materials into updated formats or delivery modalities, including print to e-learning
- Conduct interviews and working sessions with SMEs, medical professionals, trainers, and program staff to gather content
- Research applicable regulations, policies, clinical guidelines, and best practices
- Edit and proofread documents for grammar, spelling, punctuation, clarity, and consistency
- Ensure adherence to SAIC style guides, including APA, Chicago, or program-specific standards
- Verify technical accuracy in collaboration with SMEs and clinical staff
- Ensure documents meet Section 508 accessibility standards where applicable
- Maintain a centralized document management system or library
- Track document review cycles, expiration dates, and revision histories
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor's degree and 6 years of relevant experience
- 3 years of experience in technical writing
- Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills with a strong command of grammar, style, and plain language principles
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint, Teams)
- Proficiency with relevant Adobe Creative Cloud applications such as InDesign, Illustrator or Photoshop
- Familiarity with Jira and Confluence
- Experience with Section 508 compliance and accessible document design
- Strong attention to detail and ability to produce accurate, high-quality documents under deadline pressure
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work effectively with clinical, technical, and non-technical stakeholders
- Ability to obtain and maintain a public trust clearance
- Preferred: Experience supporting a government health agency as a technical writer
- Preferred: Experience in technical writing in a healthcare, medical, disability, or government program environment
- Preferred: Familiarity with medical terminology
- Preferred: Experience developing training documentation in a healthcare or clinical environment
- Preferred: Knowledge of instructional design principles and adult learning theory
- Preferred: Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems and related user documentation
- Preferred: Knowledge of DITA/XML structured authoring, Articulate Storyline/Rise, or Camtasia
Benefits
Comp & perks- Remote work; position can be worked anywhere in the United States
- Equal Opportunity Employer