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ViaPath Technologies · 5 days ago

Sr. Technical Editor

ViaPath Technologies is a company focused on integrated correctional technology solutions, and they are seeking a Senior Technical Editor to join their proposal team. The role involves providing editing and writing support for proposals and coordinating with multiple stakeholders to deliver high-quality reports.

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Responsibilities

Apply in-depth functional and technical knowledge of integrated correctional technology solutions to provide editing and writing support for the preparation of proposals and other written material
Facilitate the delivery of high-quality reports that require coordination with multiple stakeholders
Work with a multi-disciplinary team that includes executive level personnel as well as account managers, proposal managers, program and project managers, business development personnel, graphic artists, and other technical personnel
Develop original and/or modified written material, including proposal content, that aligns with company-unique tones and guidelines; identify and communicate graphics needs that will strengthen content; and modify content based on stakeholder reviews and input
Provide support across proposals, including integrate content received from multiple authors (including external in some cases) and review the work of other writers for thoroughness and clarity
Review support, including providing reviews for compliance and coherence, editing/proofreading of technical documents, attending reviews and other meetings, recording meeting minutes, consolidation of reviewer comments
Research, gather and coordinate non-standard technical responses from other departments as necessary
Partner with various teams such as sales engineers, product managers, engineers, and sales to create innovative technical responses
Monitor proposal status including deadlines
Continue to maintain and refine the content library and RFP response template
Ensure that all new and modified documents are created/updated in accordance with procedures and standards
Manage content versioning and review process by appropriate subject matter experts
Develop and demonstrate ways our solutions deliver business value to our clients
Validate the solution's technical capabilities to clients as part of our RFP responses
Responsibilities may include turning raw data into usable data and developing and/or updating RFP responses

Qualification

Proposal developmentEditing skillsTechnical writingMicrosoft SharePointMicrosoft OfficeCollaboration skillsCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsDetail-orientedTime management

Required

Bachelor's degree in computer engineering, related engineering field or technical writing/creative writing from an accredited college/university preferred; equivalent years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree will be considered
Minimum 5 years of relevant experience, preferably in the correctional environment
Ability to produce (author) original proposal or other document content based on interviews with or notes from content providers or subject matter experts
Excellent editing skills, following accepted rules of grammar, style, tone, and form
Proficient in communicating and collaborating with personnel at all levels of an organization
Ability to effectively communicate ideas and concepts both orally and in written documents
Ability to articulate technical ideas into simple language
Proficiency in Microsoft MS Office suite of products
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and schedule-driven, with a track record for compliance with strict standards (format, page limitations, special markings, etc.)
Ability to understand and translate concepts (for proposal solutions, for example) into concrete document elements such as outlines, tables, etc
Must exercise initiative and judgment to successfully meet performance expectations pertaining to planning, writing, reviewing, and integrating written material
Ability to work independently and accurately record/report task status
Must be able to work extended hours as needed when facing proposal deadlines
Ability to cope with the pressures associated with meeting tight deadlines, supporting multiple simultaneous proposal activities, and producing documents with exacting requirements for content and quality
Passion for technical and/or creative writing, word choice, and creating and communicating simple explanations for complex topics
Ability to multi-task working in a fast-paced environment while meeting competing deadlines
Minimal travel – up to 10%

Preferred

Experience with web-based collaboration and content management systems (such as Microsoft SharePoint) is preferred
Experience with technical writing to support state and local government RFPs is preferred

Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance – Multiple plan options designed to support a variety of coverage needs.
Health Saving Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) – Employer provided contribution to the HSA for eligible medical plans. Healthcare and dependent care spending accounts available.
Flexible Time Off (FTO) – Including vacation and sick time
Company Holidays
Retirement Plan (401(k)) – Traditional and Roth 401(k) options available including employer matching contributions.
Life & Disability Insurance – Company-paid basic life insurance and short-term disability; additional voluntary coverage available.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential support for personal, financial, and family matters.
Additional Well-Being Resources – Includes access to Care.com, Calm, Active&Fit, Telavet, LegalShield, and other lifestyle resources and discounted services.

Company

ViaPath Technologies

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ViaPath Technologies provides communications and management technology services.

H1B Sponsorship

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2023 (1)
2022 (1)
2021 (4)
2020 (6)

Funding

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Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Deb Alderson
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