Technical Writer - DoD DHA Disability Evaluation System (DES) Program Job at GC

Position Title: DES Technical Writer

Customer: Defense Health Agency

Location: 7700 Arlington Boulevard, Falls Church, VA, 22042

Clearance Required: Favorably adjudicated NACLC

Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday 8:00am and 5:00pm

GC Associates (GCA) Company Website: http://www.gcassociates-usa.com

GC Associates requires a highly organized and detail-oriented Technical Writer to develop, edit, and maintain documentation related to Disability Evaluation System (DES) processes and policies. Must have strong writing and analytical skills and a keen ability to translate and communicate complex information into clear and concise actionable documents.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Documentation Creation: Draft and update various high-level Department of Defense (DoD) documents, to include various functional area DES-related documents and/or DoD issuances.
• Content Review: Review and edit high-level documentation prepared by colleagues for clarity, accuracy, and compliance with DoD standards. Ability to refine and improve content for readability.
• Collaboration: Collaborate with various functional area teams and subject matter experts to gather information and ensure technical accuracy in documentation.
• Research and Analysis: Conduct thorough research to understand complex topics and translate them into readable content.
• Process Improvement: Identify areas for documentation improvement and implement best practices in technical writing.
• User Engagement: Gather feedback from DoD Customers to refine documents and ensure they meet the needs of the Customer and organization.
• Style Guide Implementation: Ensure documentation adheres to established DoD guidelines and maintains consistency across all spectrums.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED FOR THE POSITION:

• Master's degree in English, Technical Communication, Business Administration, or a related field
• 10+ years of experience in technical writing and documentation review, preferably in an DoD or military environment
• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills, with a focus on clarity and precision
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for collaboration with Program Management and other stakeholders
• Strong ability to gather information from various sources, including subject matter experts and technical documentation
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail in all documentation
• Ability to manage multiple documentation projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines
• Thorough knowledge of technical concepts relevant to DoD written guidance
• Knowledge of the DES program from the DoD and/or Military Service level
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word and Excel)