Technical Writer - Compunnel : Job Details

Key Responsibilities

• Proofread and correct errors in spelling, punctuation, syntax, and consistency according to identified style manuals.
• Edit copy to improve readability and clarity, ensuring content adheres to style guidelines such as AP and Chicago writing manuals.
• Ensure content avoids liability risks or negative impressions for the organization.
• Collaborate with program team members to revise content for style, organization, and accuracy.
• Review proofs submitted by the creative services team prior to publication production.
• Format reports, tables, and graphics for a polished and professional presentation.
• Edit content with accessibility standards in mind and perform quality checks for documents prior to publication.
• Follow and develop processes and style guidelines to maintain consistency across materials.
• Contribute to additional responsibilities as assigned by the Corporate Marketing team.

Required Skills & Competencies

Technical & Professional Expertise

• Acknowledged expertise in technical writing and editing, with the ability to transform communication for diverse audiences.
• Well-developed understanding of technical principles and their application to program areas.
• Familiarity with State energy/environmental economic development issues (preferred).

Project & Program Development

• Proven ability to develop and manage projects with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated creativity in providing ideas and rationale for program development.

Organizational Skills

• Ability to prioritize workload effectively while meeting deadlines.
• Skilled in strategic thinking aligned with organizational goals.

Leadership & Interpersonal Skills

• Capable of coaching and supervising junior staff, including interns.
• Strong leadership and motivational abilities with the confidence of peers and superiors.

Communication & External Relations

• Ability to create written materials and verbal presentations that are direct, comprehensive, and concise.
• Skilled at interfacing with internal customers and external stakeholders.
• Proven ability to present work at professional meetings.

Required Skills for Success

• Proven technical editing skills.
• Strong analytical, planning, and organizational skills.
• Experience with a variety of writing styles: technical, creative, and marketing.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
• Flexibility to adapt content for diverse audiences, including consumer, business, academia, and government.
• Advanced formatting and editing skills in Microsoft Word and Adobe Acrobat.

Specialized Skills

• Superior command of the English language, including rules and usage.
• Proficient knowledge of style sheets, AP Style, and Chicago writing manuals.
• Ability to interpret technical information and communicate it clearly.
• Working knowledge of document accessibility standards and formatting for accessibility.
• Proficient computer skills, especially in Microsoft Office applications.

Educational Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in English, technical writing, communications, or a related field, with a minimum of 3 years of business experience.
• OR an unrelated Bachelor's degree with 5 years of direct, relevant experience.

Preferred IT Systems Knowledge

• VM Horizon Client/VM/Secure Auth.
• Microsoft Office Suite, particularly MS Word.
• Lytho.
• Adobe Acrobat Pro.