Technical Writer

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SUMMARY
Bering Straits Information Technology, LLC, a subsidiary of **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. is currently seeking a qualified Technical Writer, in Washington, DC.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
The Essential Duties and Responsibilities are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed for this position, and are
not
intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
Research and gather information from documents such as rough drafts and manufacturer’s manuals and/or by interviewing subject matter experts as needed to complete writing assignments.
Format, edit, standardize, proofread and correct information and ideas written by engineers and technicians, in accordance with set standards and arrange it in an understandable and logical order.
Enhance the clarity of material by using concise word choices and plain language as defined on ****Recreate, manipulate, crop, resize, lighten, label and layout electronic images and graphics such as drawings, schematics and photographs to increase visibility or highlight areas of importance.  Identify and acquire additional information or explanation needed to complete documentation.
Insert tables, text boxes, schematics, diagrams, graphs, and figures into documents.
Review publications and propose refinements to content or format.
Track the development of technical material from the initial draft to final approval and publication.
Maintain document version control, revision and approval records.
Recommend and implement document standards, quality controls and content requirements.
QUALIFICATIONS - EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION
Required (Minimum) Qualifications
Must have an active Secret level security clearance.
Must possess five years of experience as a technical writer and have a mastery of the English language, including grammar, structure, punctuation and word spelling.
B.S. degree in a related discipline
Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Word, Microsoft SharePoint, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Acrobat, and Autodesk AutoCAD software.
Direct experience writing technical documents for the Government or a Government contractor and knowledge of the requirements for safeguarding classified information.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Must maintain a constant state of mental alertness at all times. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Essential and marginal functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for bending, stooping, sitting, walking or standing for prolonged periods of time; most of time is spent sitting in a comfortable position with frequent opportunity to move about. Occasionally lift and or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. Must successfully complete a pre-employment physical agility test (PAT) and annually thereafter as prescribed by the government.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work Environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be borne by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 
Job is performed in an office setting with exposure to computer screens and requires extensive use of a computer, keyboard, mouse and multi-line telephone system. The work described herein is primarily a modern office setting. Occasional travel may be required. During visits to areas of operations, may be exposed to extreme cold or hot weather conditions. Occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and loud noise.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervisory duties do not apply to this position.
ADDITIONAL QUALIFYING FACTORS
As a condition of employment, may be required to pass a pre-employment drug screening, as well as have acceptable reference and background check results to obtain access to military base. Must have reliable transportation to/from work a necessity and must be able to obtain access to military installations.
Shareholder Preference.
 BSNC gives hiring, promotion, training and retention preference to BSNC shareholders, BSNC shareholder descendants and BSNC shareholder spouses, in that order.
**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. is an Equal Opportunity/ AA/ Male/ Female/ Disability/ Vets employer.
We participate in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program. We are a drug free workplace.
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