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Akima · 1 day ago

Technical Writer II

District of Columbia, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$38.87/hr - $38.87/hr

2+ years exp

Akima is a company that supports federal projects and shareholder communities in Alaska. They are seeking a Technical Writer II to assist with writing, proof-reading, editing, and assembling documents for the Department of Transportation, ensuring clear communication and presentation of technical information.

ConstructionConsultingCyber SecurityInformation TechnologyLogisticsManagement ConsultingSupply Chain ManagementTechnical Support

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Technical writing, communications, and editorial services in the development of a wide range of internal and external-facing communication materials, presentations, and technical products and tools related to the mission of PHMSA offices

Coordinate with subject matter experts to draft information products necessary to meet internal and external requests and helps government express those points clearly in the correct format

Draft status reports

Attend meetings, as necessary, to complete duties

Present a unified and consistent tone and message in all communications

Organize exhibits

Qualification

Microsoft WordAdobe AcrobatTechnical writingData organizationAttention to detailTime managementTeamworkOral communicationWritten communication

Required

2 years of experience in field or related area

A bachelor's degree in journalism, English, Business, Marketing, or a similar field

Ability to recognize and use correct English grammar to effectively communicate information both orally and in writing

Ability to pay special attention to details such as formatting inconsistencies, mismatched numbers, grammatical errors, spacing errors etc

Ability to understand, analyze, and ultimately translate complicated and technical subject matter into clear and persuasive prose

Ability to write clearly and concisely

Ability to quickly grasp new information and apply it in their work

Ability to work with, organize, and integrate data, charts, pictures, and written documents in any displayed format (e.g., .pdf, .doc, .xls, .jpg, and .ppt.)

High-level of experience with Microsoft applications such as Microsoft Word and PowerPoint

Proficient knowledge and experience with Adobe Acrobat; Ability to multi-task and efficiently organize files to maintain version control, and

Demonstrated organization and time management skills and manage multiple tasks simultaneously

Ability to coordinate with others and maintain effective working relationships which promote cooperation and teamwork

Ability to obtain and maintain a client specific Public Trust clearance

Benefits

The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits.

Vacation, holiday and sick Leave offered will be as defined under the DOL's Wage Determination.