What are the responsibilities and job description for the Junior Technical Writer Supporting the USMS position at FSA Federal?
Be a part of the nationwide law enforcement initiative that removes the tools of crime from criminal organizations, depriving wrongdoers of proceeds from their crime and impacting the infrastructure of criminal enterprises.
FSA Federal (FSA) is focused on delivering unsurpassed services in support of law enforcement and homeland security. We currently have a potential vacancy for a Junior Technical Writer. In this role, you will be supporting the overall mission of the U.S. Marshals Service (USMS). If you are looking for a meaningful, mission driven career, Join FSA!
Responsibilities
- Performs as the Technical Writer's/supervisor's staff assistant and receives tasks, supervision, and guidance on all assignments.
- Conducts research and prepares drafts of assigned portions of material for reports, manuals, briefs, proposals, instruction books, catalogues, and related technical and administrative publications.
- Organizes research material and assists with writing assignments according to set standards regarding order, clarity, conciseness, style, and terminology.
- Drafts revisions of changes in scope, format, content, and methods of reproduction and binding and maintains records and files of technical writing work and revisions.
- Checks work methods, procedures, installation, operation, and maintenance of machinery and other equipment. Reviews data relative to operation, maintenance, and service of equipment, manufacturers and trade catalogs, drawings, and other data relative to operation, maintenance, and service of equipment.
- Observes all activities with production and engineering personnel and reads journals, reports, and other material to become familiar with product technologies and production methods. May participate in interviews.
- Studies blueprints, sketches, drawings, parts lists, specifications, mockups, and product samples to become familiar with technology, operating procedures, and production sequence and details.
- Selects photographs, drawings, sketches, diagrams, and charts to illustrate material, as well as assists in laying out material for publication and working with production to complete projects.
- Conducts word-processing and duplication of material, as necessary. May also draft speeches, articles, and public releases for supervisor review.
- Works independently on specific designated and approved recurring work.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Requirements
- A High School Diploma or GED; Undergraduate degree in English, Journalism, Communications, or related field preferred
- Experience in researching, writing, editing, proofreading, or performing word-processing of written materials preferred
- Ability to grasp and understand the organization and functions of the customer
- Demonstratable project and workload management skills; strong attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills; oral and written
- Intermediate skills with the Microsoft Office suite of applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and other common software applications and databases, knowledge of desktop publishing or graphics programs preferred
- Proven commitment and expertise to provide excellent customer service; positive and flexible
- Ability to work in a team environment and maintain a professional disposition
At FSA Federal, we recognize the diverse needs of our employees and strive to provide an excellent package to help meet those needs. Comprehensive benefits are offered with greater choice and flexibility to support your health, work-life balance, and professional growth. A package providing employee only coverage can be built around our basic plans at $0 employee cost for: Medical, Dental, Vision, Term Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Employee Assistance Program. For more information, click here.
