Cynet Systems is hiring: Technical Writer in Oakland

We are looking for Technical Writer for our client in Oakland, CA

Job Title: Technical Writer

Job Location: Oakland, CA

Job Type: Contract

Job Description:

Pay Range: $44hr - $49hr

• Technical Writer supports document authors with formatting and grammatical reviews of manuals, standards, procedures, and bulletins to ensure content flow efficiently, is easily consumable and follows process flow if available. 
• Compiles and maintains an inventory of all relevant guidance documents to identify gaps, overdue or outdated documents and provide metrics or reports on documentation availability, aging and in revision progress. 
• Collaborates with internal document owners to develop a schedule for revisions, publications and communications of updates to appropriate audience.
• Serve as Guidance Document Library (GDL) subject matter expert in the submission and publishing process for supported organizations.
• Take complex technical information and make it clear and easy-to-understand for a non-technical audience.
• Produces Manuals and Guides, including Standards, Guidelines, Procedure, Process Maps.
• MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint experience.
• Flowcharts and organization charts development (iGrafx Preferred, Visio is acceptable) Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Desired.
• High standards for writing, detail, editing, and information design that lead to accurate, concise, usable, highly-polished content.
• User-focused approach to documentation planning, design, and content strategy.

Qualifications:

• BA/BS Technical Writing, or related field; or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum 3 to 5 years of Technical Writing, content management, process improvement, in the development of a wide range of IT documentation deliverables.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Familiar with Client policies and procedures with regard to information technology, and Company Guidance Document Management (GDM) standards.
• Fully competent in Microsoft Office applications and SharePoint.
• Proficient in documentation technologies and processes.
• Good verbal communication skills to collaborate with peers, content owners and collect necessary information for documents.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good multi-tasking, adaptability and organizational skills.