Metropolitan Water District of Southern California · 2 days ago
Technical Writer II
US-CA-Los Angeles
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
4+ years expThe Metropolitan Water District of Southern California is dedicated to providing water for over 19 million people. They are seeking a Technical Writer II who will lead documentation strategy, produce high-impact content, and collaborate across teams to ensure vital operations are documented with precision and clarity.
Quality AssuranceSustainabilityTransportationWaterWater Purification
No H1B
Responsibilities
Drive Documentation Strategy: Lead documentation planning by analyzing customer needs, coordinating project timelines, and managing complex schedules to ensure mission-critical information is delivered on time
Investigate and Synthesize: Conduct in-depth research and interviews with subject matter experts to capture complex technical processes and translate them into clear, actionable content
Produce High-Impact Content: Develop a wide range of materials including operating policies, field and administrative procedures, technical reports, and instructional manuals and guides, ensuring everything meets rigorous regulatory and internal standards
Visualize Complex Data: Design and develop technical schematics, flowcharts, and graphics, incorporating multimedia elements like photography and video to enhance comprehension
Ensure Precision and Accessibility: Perform meticulous document reviews for grammar and formatting, while managing the testing and publication of online resources
Collaborate Across Teams: Serve as a key contributor on project teams, applying technical expertise to cross-functional initiatives that support Metropolitan operations
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a related field and four years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience; or three years in the MWD Technical Writer I classification
Experience writing user manuals, standard operating procedures, safety manuals, or operating policies
Valid California Class C Driver's License or equivalent (required at time of application) that allows you to drive during your employment
Strong command of English composition, grammatical structures, and the core theories of technical communication
Proven track record in policy and manual development, ensuring consistency and accuracy across all organizational documentation
Highly proficient in advanced word processing and graphic software, with the ability to interpret engineering drawings and schematics with ease
Ability to manage multiple priorities, collaborate across departments, and utilize modern office technology to streamline workflows
Benefits
Competitive compensation
Excellent medical, dental, life, vision plans.
Deferred compensation in the form of a 401(k) plan (with matching contribution) and a 457 plan.
Retirement benefits under the California Public Employees' Retirement System
Tuition reimbursement
Training and advancement opportunities
Excellent working environment
Hub of public transportation: rail, subway, buses, and taxis
Public transportation reimbursements
Company
Metropolitan Water District of Southern California
Metropolitan Water District of Southern California is a regional wholesaler and the supplier of treated water in the United States.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Deven Upadhyay
Advisor
Recent News
2025-11-19
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