Technical Writer I Executive Services- Executive Services Division Huntsville (028501)

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*Outside applicants will be required to submit to pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment.

* Questions regarding this posting may be directed to:

Harmony Lopez
Human Resources Headquarters
2 Financial Plaza STE 600
Huntsville TX 77340
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EMAIL

JOB SUMMARY

Performs complex technical writing work. Work involves composing organizing and editing compiled information. Works under general supervision with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

A. Composes reviews and edits technical documents manuals bulletins brochures publications training manuals and special reports; assists in the development of formats graphics and the layout of publications; and assists in preparing and refining material for speeches and other public presentations.

B. Organizes and coordinates the composition of documentation and technical materials and drafting of forms suitable for reproduction; reviews and prepares responses to correspondence reports surveys questionnaires and related information; and provides technical assistance to agency staff.

C. Reviews and edits prepared material and illustrations; edits material for publication in journals and periodicals; and prepares edits proofs and distributes proposed and finalized specifications to agencies and vendors.

D. Maintains files records and automated data related to technical work. * Performs a variety of marginal duties not listed to be determined and assigned as needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education Experience and Training

1. Bachelors degree from a college or university accredited by an organization recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or by the United States Department of Education (USDE). Major course work in Business Administration Criminal Justice English or a related field preferred. Each year of experience as described below in excess of the required two years may be substituted for thirty semester hours from an accredited college or university on a year-for-year basis.

2. Two years full-time wage-earning technical program support technical or research writing report writing or policy and procedure writing experience.

3. Criminal justice experience preferred.

Knowledge and Skills

1. Knowledge of technical writing methods and procedures.

2. Knowledge of business terminology spelling punctuation and grammar.

3. Knowledge of agency and departmental organizational structure policies procedures rules and regulations preferred.

4. Skill to communicate ideas and instructions clearly and concisely.

5. Skill to coordinate with other staff departments officials agencies organizations and the public.

6. Skill to interpret and apply rules regulations policies and procedures.

7. Skill in problem-solving techniques.

8. Skill in the use of computers and related equipment in a stand-alone or local area network environment.

9. Skill to review technical data and prepare technical reports.

10. Skill in technical writing and development of information publications.

11. Skill to plan work in order to meet established guidelines.

12. Skill to research compose review illustrate and edit technical documents materials and reports.

13. Skill to conduct research and analyses.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS WITH OR WITHOUT REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

A. Ability to walk stand sit kneel push stoop reach above the shoulder grasp pull bend repeatedly climb stairs identify colors hear with aid see write count read speak analyze alphabetize lift and carry under 15 lbs. perceive depth operate a motor vehicle and operate motor equipment.

B. Conditions include working inside working around machines with moving parts and moving objects radiant and electrical energy working closely with others working alone working protracted or irregular hours and traveling by car van bus and airplane.

C. Equipment (machines tools devices) used in performing only the essential functions include computer and related equipment calculator copier fax machine binding machine telephone dolly and automobile.

The following Military Occupational Specialty codes are generally applicable to this position. Applicants must fully complete the summary of experience to determine if minimum qualifications are met.

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The State of Texas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race color national origin sex religion age or disability in employment or the provision of services. You may make copies of this application and enter different position titles but each copy must be signed. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of applications unless specifically stated in the job vacancy notice.