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Koniag Government Services company is seeking a Technical Writer L1 to support our government customer in Washington, DC. Must be able to obtain and maintain a US Govt. Security Clearance. This position is for a Future New Business Opportunity.   
We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, and more.

The Technical Writer Level I will create and revise technical documentation while ensuring clarity, accuracy, and consistency in all materials. As an Alaska Native Corporation subsidiary, we combine documentation expertise with our cultural values to deliver superior technical communications. We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits including health, dental and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, and more.

Essential Functions, Responsibilities & Duties may include, but are not limited to:

Documentation Development:

• Write technical reports and manuals
• Create operational procedures
• Develop maintenance documentation
• Prepare instruction books
• Draft proposals and briefs
• Update existing documentation
• Maintain technical catalogs

Technical Responsibilities:

• Review technical specifications
• Interpret engineering drawings
• Process operational data
• Organize technical content
• Select supporting visuals
• Maintain documentation files
• Follow style guidelines

Content Management:

• Coordinate document production
• Maintain revision records
• Manage file systems
• Support publication layouts
• Coordinate distribution
• Archive documentation
• Track document versions

Requirements:

• Strong writing abilities
• Attention to detail
• Document organization skills
• Technical comprehension
• Communication excellence
• Research capabilities
• Editing proficiency
• Process documentation
• File management
• Quality control focus
• Time management
• Collaboration abilities

Desired Skills and Competencies:

• Bachelor's degree in technical writing
• Experience with government documentation
• Knowledge of style guides
• Graphics software proficiency
• Experience with documentation tools
• Knowledge of publication processes
• Understanding of technical terminology
• Experience with procedures writing
• Project coordination skills
• Knowledge of documentation standards
• Experience with content management
• Understanding of version control
• Knowledge of technical illustrations
• Experience with document layouts
• Understanding of accessibility requirements
• Knowledge of documentation workflows

Education:

• Associate's degree

Work Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• 0-2 years technical writing experience
• Experience with documentation systems
• Understanding of technical concepts
• This position requires strong writing abilities, attention to detail, and the capability to translate complex technical information into clear, user-friendly documentation. Success in this role demands excellent organization skills and the ability to work effectively with technical teams while maintaining high documentation standards.

Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
The company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin or ancestry, age, disability, citizenship, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment.

The company is dedicated to seeking all qualified applicants. If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply for a position on our website, please get in touch with Heaven Wood via e-mail at accommodations@koniag-gs.com or by calling 703-488-9377 to request accommodations.
Koniag Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned corporation supporting the values and traditions of our native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture that delivers Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services and Operational Management to Federal Government Agencies. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Koniag, we apply our proven commercial solutions to a deep knowledge of Defense and Civilian missions to provide forward leaning technical, professional, and operational solutions. KGS enables successful mission outcomes for our customers through solution-oriented business partnerships and a commitment to exceptional service delivery. We ensure long-term success with a continuous improvement approach while balancing the collective interests of our customers, employees, and native communities. For more information, please visit www.koniag-gs.com.
 
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