ELECT Technical Writer 3 at RICEFW Technologies Inc

(ELECT) is seeking a highly skilled Technical Writer with proven experience in developing clear concise user-friendly documentation for complex technical products. Must be able to work a hybrid schedule - Required Either Virtual or F2F Interview The Virginia Department of Elections (ELECT) is seeking a highly skilled Technical Writer with proven experience in developing clear concise user-friendly documentation for complex technical products. This position plays a critical role in ensuring that complex technical information is communicated clearly and effectively to internal and external stakeholders. The ideal candidate for this position will be able to develop documentation for a cloud-based software development project with the initial phase currently in progress. Duties and Responsibilities Translate complex concepts into clear concise and accessible language for technical and non-technical audiences. Manage multiple documentation projects and meet established deadlines. Collaborate with developers product managers and subject matter experts to provide a written product for technical and non-technical audiences in support of an Agile development team to include but not limited to user guides API documents and release notes. Maintain strong version control and documentation review practices. Ensure documentation complies with agency standards accessibility requirements and formatting guidelines. Required/Desired Skills Skill Required /Desired Amount of Experience Bachelors degree in English Technical Communication Computer Science or a related field. Required 5 Years Minimum of 5 years of experience in technical writing preferably in a government or technology environment. Required 5 Years Expert in the use of MS Word Google Docs Confluence or similar tools. Required 5 Years Proficiency with Adobe Acrobat SnagIT or similar tools for visuals. Required 5 Years Experience with Git or other version control systems at the contributor or read only level and documentation platforms such as GitBook or similar. Required 5 Years Understanding of Scrum/Agile methodology. Required 5 Years Familiarity with REST APIs JSON and software architecture concepts. Required 5 Years Ability to read code snippets. Required 5 Years Excellent written and verbal communication skills clarity and attention to detail in written products. Required 5 Years Experience creating editing and maintaining technical documentation including manuals user guides standard operating procedure and etc. Required 5 Years Ability to interview subject matter experts (SMEs) and distill complex information. Required 5 Years Experience with government documentation and standards and accessibility compliance. Highly desired 5 Years Familiarity with diagramming tools (Lucidchart etc.) highly desired. Highly desired 5 Years Basic knowledge of programming languages or IT systems. Highly desired 5 Years Experience with UX writing is highly desirable. Highly desired 5 Years Knowledge of programming languages such as Markdown and HTML/CSS. Highly desired 5 Years Experience writing for software products. (SaaS desktop or mobile) Highly desired 5 Years Questions No. Question Question1 Commonwealth of Virginia security policies prohibit the use of offshore IT contractors. Do you attest to the fact that your candidate will physically reside within the US for the duration of the assignment Question2 Please list candidates email address. Question3 What City and State is your candidate currently located Question4 Does your candidate agree to work and interview on site as needed in Richmond VA Key Skills Proofreading,Adobe Acrobat,Content Management Systems,Technical Writing,Visio,Microsoft Powerpoint,Sharepoint,XML,Confluence,Wiki Systems,Word Processing,Writing Skills Employment Type : Full Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1