What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technical Writer - DoD DHA Disability Evaluation System (DES) Program position at GC Associates USA?
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)
