Technical Writer

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Technical Writer Statement of Work:
Documentation 70%

This position assists in providing documentation to support the Server Administration and Sustainment

Utilize available enterprise tools documenting processes.
Consolidate all documentation and store in a Service Now
Review existing documentation and review structure and update
Monitor and follow up Procedures
Create SOPs, Guidelines, How-To documentation
Consolidate and centralize all of the Server Support Team’s documentation.
Work with Supervisors and SMEs to understand current processes and document
Design and develop end-to-end processes and procedures
Create Process and Procedures for Revision Control.
Create and manage Playbooks and Run Books
Communicate and enforce best practices

Ticket Management - 25%

This position follows the established OIT Change Management (RFC) process.

Use established tools to track hardware and software assets.
Assist with informing/sharing new documentation/information with appropriate IT groups.
Review inbound tickets and assign to appropriate support personnel
Monitor tickets to ensure they meet SLA requirements.
Assist and documentation related to Problem Management and Root Cause Analysis.
Meet with Service Now team monthly to review ticket management and review process changes

Organizational and Project Commitment - 5%

The position assists in implementing projects for OIT. This includes participating in team meetings and implementing project tasks and time tracking.
Attend and complete all internal OIT provided training and take advantage of professional development with manager approval.
Share new knowledge or skills in form of mini training sessions with the team.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

QUALIFICATIONS: Experience with a variety of Content Management Systems Knowledge of security standards and techniques Experience with Server support is a plus Experience as a trainer is a plus. Duties and Responsibilities: Work with management team to understand requirements. Work with Subject Matter Experts to understand landscape of the environment. Create framework/format for documentation (process maps, narratives, procedures/manuals). Design must keep in mind that documents must be user-friendly, accessible and searchable by topic/area as they will be posted online. Work with IT leadership to determine the priority of documentation. Design, develop, and document end-to-end processes/procedures across organization. Create a process/procedure for revision control for the documentation post-implementation. Test documentation against standard company norms & practices to document gaps in compliance. Work with internal team to post documents to an online repository (i.e. Service Now). Provide training as necessary to team members. Design and code superior technical solutions Create and execute project work plans, revising as necessary to meet changing needs and requirements Communicate and enforce best practices from organizations such as ITIL & Six Sigma to processes. Consistently deliver high-quality services on schedule. Communicate complex information effectively to team members. Deliverables: Detailed (integrated) process maps with control points Narratives document to support process maps Searchable manuals - processes & procedures for Server Support teams Revision control process

Education and Experience:

A minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of experience as an IT professional which must include A minimum of three (3) years’ experience as a Technical Writer.

Applicants will be required to complete Department of Revenue Security Clearance requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in a professional, large enterprise-level environment (100+ servers), as a dedicated Systems Administrator.

Some experience with Service Now Knowledge Management

Some Experience with Google Apps in a professional environment.

Conditions of Employment:

Pre Employment criminal background check: OIT Standard Criminal; May require agency-specific background checks to include tax compliance, integrity interview, polygraph exam, and/or CBI, fingerprint-based criminal screens if needed.
Pre-employment physical: May require agency-specific physical exam if needed to provide support to some agencies.
Pre-employment drug testing: May require an agency-specific drug test if needed to support some agencies.
Comparative Analysis Process: is the selection process used to identify the applicant that fits the job the best from a qualified applicant pool. Applications and applicants are compared to others in the pool to identify a top group. Applicants will be notified of their status in the pool via email.
Driver's License: Incumbent must possess a valid, state-issued drivers' license, as periodic travel to various locations in the Denver metro may be required.

Requirements

Qualifications

Type

Category

Qualification

Description

Competency

Required

Skills

Others

Presentation skills

Proficient (4-6 Years)

No

Skills

Others

Process Flow Analysis

Proficient (4-6 Years)

No

Average salary estimate

$70000 / YEARLY (est.)

min

max

$60000K

$80000K

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What You Should Know About Technical Writer, Novalink Solutions

Are you passionate about creating clear and concise documentation? Join our team at XYZ Company as a Technical Writer in the heart of Denver, Colorado! In this role, you'll be at the forefront of documenting processes for our Server Administration and Sustainment efforts. Your primary responsibility will be to develop and maintain user-friendly documentation to support our IT operations. Utilizing enterprise tools, you'll review existing documentation for accuracy and update it as necessary. Your knack for understanding technical processes will allow you to create SOPs, guidelines, and how-to documentation that will empower our teams and enhance our services. You'll also play a vital role in ticket management and need to be proactive in monitoring and following up on procedures to ensure we meet SLA requirements. As you collaborate with Subject Matter Experts and Supervisors, you'll gain insights into our operations and transform them into detailed documentation. In addition, your support in organizational projects will enable our IT department to thrive. With a focus on best practices from ITIL and Six Sigma, you'll communicate effectively with your colleagues, ensuring everyone is aligned and informed. If you bring between three to five years of experience as a Technical Writer with a flair for engaging content, we want to hear from you! Your journey toward elevating our documentation practices begins here.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Technical Writer Role at Novalink Solutions

What are the core responsibilities of a Technical Writer at XYZ Company?

As a Technical Writer at XYZ Company, you will focus on documenting processes for server administration and sustainment. Your core responsibilities will include creating SOPs, consolidating documentation, and ensuring that all information is user-friendly and accessible. Additionally, you'll participate in ticket management and help implement best practices within our IT operations.