TECHNICAL WRITER & EDITOR Job Title: Technical Writer & Editor Location:Dayton, OH Infinite Management Solutions, LLC is a woman and veteran owned business that focuses on delivering results by providing innovative solutions to challenge the status quo. We have over 75 years of combined experience and are dedicated to solving complex business problems. Our staff embody Professionalism, Integrity, and Excellence while achieving each customer's desired outcome. We consistently deliver high quality results on time and in the most cost-effective manner. Our focus on continuous improvement and growth keeps us ahead of competitors. We are professional problem solvers. We improve the world of our customers and help them accelerate change by ensuring effective and flexible operations, streamlining processes, developing customer centric communications, and enabling data-driven decisions. Job Summary: Infinite Management Solutions (IMS) is currently seeking an outstanding, highly skilled Technical Writer & Editor to join our client delivery team. This individual will capture accurate and detailed documentation and create and revise technical documents such as manuals, reports, brochures, or articles to increase clarity, performance, and usability.
Responsibilities: - Creates scientific and technology-related marketing and outreach materials for Client programs using word processing software and text management systems to edit and prepare copies for manuscripts and presentations
- Designs and produce articles, fact sheets, brochures, electronic products, and various collateral communications to reach and carry program successes to key departmental stakeholders in targeted areas
- Manages Departmental program's promotional materials and repurposes marketing material content into several mediums (presentations, PDFs, etc.)
- Produces and publishes press releases and various other technical writing materials as well as webinars, short-form videos or podcasts for associated social media accounts
- Meets with engineers, programmers, and project managers to learn about specific products or processes and determines the type of publication that will best serve the project requirements
- Stays up to date on best practices, new developments, and trends in assigned areas; attends trade shows, events, conferences deemed of interest and benefit to the program's goals as required
- Creates and distributes online and print media kits that are consistent with the program's key messaging and branding efforts
- Provides scientific and technology-related materials in electronic formats for production runs by the Client or relevant parties and maintains content calendar to manage key Client identified events
- Follows confidential guidelines, respects sensitive information, and ensures deliverables are shared and distributed compliantly
- Ensures publications are completed on time and within applicable budget constraints and keeps stakeholders apprised of progress
- Listens to audio and/or video recordings, as well as sits in on meetings, to produce written versions, ensuring accuracy in transcribed material
- Proofreads and edits publications according to specifications for style, tone, and length, while ensuring correct use of grammar, punctuation, and spelling to ensure submission of error free work
- Examines physical proofs of printed materials and assists creators with selecting and finalizing artwork, photography, and text for reproduction.
- Verifies articles, manuals, proposals, and other publications meet style, formatting, and general quality standards and confirms that publications meet customer specification
- Performs other related duties as assigned by the Program Lead
Required Skills: - Expertise in creating documents for XML authoring, development, and collaboration for technical manual development
- Outstanding knowledge of Microsoft Office: Word and proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Visio, SharePoint, etc.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills and proven experience in Technical Writing (Writing Sample detailing client support outcome required)
- Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Highly developed writing, editing, and active listening skills
- Typing skills of no less than 60 WPM
Qualifications: - Minimum 3 years of professional experience as Technical Writer or similar role
- Associate's degree required, Bachelor's degree in Journalism, English, Communications or related major preferred
- Meets U.S. citizenship and work eligibility requirements for federal contractors
- Must possess or be able to obtain a Department of Defense (DOD) Secret level clearance, if required
Infinite Management Solutions, LLC (IMS) provides best in class Business Solutions and Strategic Planning Services. Our team has been at the forefront of strategy and technology for more than 50 years in the government and commercial industry. Today, our company provides Lean Six Sigma, Strategic Assessment, Executive Team Coaching, Continuous Process Improvement, Project Management, and Quality Assurance services to corporations, government, and not-for-profits. IMS partners with public and private sector clients to solve their most difficult challenges through a combination of staff-augmentation, program management, consulting, technology, systems engineering, and innovation. IMS's dedication to excellence and our commitment to customer satisfaction is priority. We believe in our vision wholeheartedly and set an example for outstanding customer service. IMS was established on the core strength of Professionalism, Integrity, Excellence, Diversity, and Community . Infinite Management Solutions, LLC is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and 100% woman owned company and an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. We are also an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. We encourage Veterans to join our team. Physical Requirements: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, and use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. The employee must occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds. Employee may be required to stand and walk for several hours performing various job-related duties. This position description reflects IMS'sassignment of essential functions; nothing in this job description restricts the Company's latitude to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
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