Technical Writer/Editor
Company: ALTA IT Services
Location: Washington
Posted on: March 1, 2025
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Job Description:
ALTA IT has a Long-Term Contract position open for a Technical
Writer.
The following information aims to provide potential candidates with
a better understanding of the requirements for this role.
Washington DC 20006 - Hybrid with 1-2 days onsite a week
Per Federal Govt Sector U.S Citizenship is required
Ability to pass Federal background check is required for Level 4
Public Trust Clearance
Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Technical Writer/Editor to
support its Agile Transformation Program. This role will be
responsible for developing, editing, and maintaining documentation
to support Agile processes, governance models, training materials,
and organizational best practices. The ideal candidate will work
closely with Agile coaches, Scrum Masters, and program leaders to
ensure clear, concise, and effective communication of Agile
methodologies and frameworks.
Key Responsibilities:
Documentation Development & Management:
Develop, update, and maintain Agile playbooks, training materials,
governance documents, and process guides.
Ensure consistency, clarity, and accuracy in all Agile
transformation-related documentation.
Create user-friendly documentation to support Agile teams,
executives, and stakeholders in understanding Agile methodologies
and frameworks.
Content Editing & Quality Assurance: Review and edit documentation
for grammar, style, accuracy, and compliance with organizational
standards.
Ensure technical content is clear, concise, and easily understood
by different audiences.
Maintain version control and documentation integrity across
multiple Agile initiatives.
Training & Knowledge Management Support: Assist in the development
of training materials, presentations, and e-learning modules to
support Agile education.
Support knowledge-sharing initiatives by managing content
repositories and ensuring accessibility of Agile resources.
Work closely with Agile coaches and trainers to translate complex
Agile concepts into understandable content.
Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement: Partner with Agile teams,
transformation leaders, and governance committees to gather
insights and refine documentation.
Participate in Agile ceremonies, workshops, and feedback sessions
to ensure documentation remains relevant and aligned with
organizational needs.
Provide recommendations for improving documentation processes and
knowledge-sharing strategies.
Metrics & Continuous Improvement: Track documentation usage and
effectiveness to drive continuous improvement.
Conduct periodic reviews of Agile materials to ensure alignment
with evolving best practices.
Contribute to the continuous improvement of Agile communication and
documentation strategies.
Qualifications & Skills: Bachelor's degree in English,
Communications, Technical Writing, Information Technology, or a
related field.
5+ years of experience in technical writing, editing, or content
development.
Experience with Agile methodologies (SAFe, Scrum, Kanban) and Agile
frameworks preferred.
Strong ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear,
user-friendly content.
Proficiency in documentation tools such as Confluence, SharePoint,
MadCap Flare, or similar platforms.
Exceptional attention to detail, organization, and time management
skills.
Experience working in government, quasi-governmental, or highly
regulated environments is a plus.
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