Technical Writer - Environmental / DoD

Johnson Service Group (JSG) is actively searching for a Technical Writer to support our client near Huntsville, AL. The position is setup as a contract to hire role and is a great opportunity to work on some innovative government projects.

Responsibilities: Edit and Proofread: Ensure accuracy, grammatical precision, and consistency in complex technical documents. Formatting and Style: Apply industry-standard formatting, ensuring adherence to company style guides. Manage Editorial Processes: Oversee document reviews, quality checks, and technical content accuracy. Document Design: Create and format essential elements such as tables of contents, lists, and references. Content Presentation: Design page layouts that are visually appealing, focusing on clarity, readability, and style. File Management: Maintain an organized file management system for version control and document tracking. Work within SharePoint and be familiar with managing roles and permissions. Public Release Reviews with PAO for updating the public-facing USASMDC Environmental website. Team Collaboration: Work with internal teams and stakeholders to meet deadlines and resolve queries. Compliance: Ensure all documents comply with company and industry standards and regulations. Project Support: Assist in resolving formatting issues in reports and communicate clearly with technical teams.
Qualifications: 7+ years of relevant Technical Writer/Editor experience, preferably within the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) community. Bachelor’s degree In-depth knowledge of technical publishing standards and familiarity with style guides, preferably Army writing references (Army Regulation 25-50 Preparing and Managing Correspondence). Exceptional oral and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, technical staff, and project managers. Proven organizational and planning skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously. Proficiency with MS Office Suite and Adobe Pro. Strong formatting proficiency in MS Word styles (e.g., tables, headers, footers). Familiarity with file management and version control systems (i.e. configuration management). Experience with Adobe Suite (InDesign, FrameMaker) or similar publishing tools a plus. Experience creating graphic and text overlays on maps and aerial photographs. Experience creating professional looking infographics, flow/process charts, and PowerPoint presentations. Solid knowledge of SharePoint Online layout and ability to design new content libraries.
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Johnson Service Group (JSG) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. JSG provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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