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Technical Writer
Columbia, SC · On-site
We are hiring a Technical Writer. This role is ideal for professionals with strong technical ... Public Sector or State Government experience * SharePoint and Project Management tools * Medicaid ...
Technical Writer
Columbia, SC · On-site
We are hiring a Technical Writer. This role is ideal for professionals with strong technical ... Public Sector or State Government experience * SharePoint and Project Management tools * Medicaid ...
Technical Writer
$71K - $124K/yr
The Technical Writer will collaborate with Government personnel and technical subject matter experts to develop clear, accurate, and standardized documentation supporting enterprise IT operations and ...
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Technical Writer
$71K - $124K/yr
The Technical Writer will collaborate with Government personnel and technical subject matter experts to develop clear, accurate, and standardized documentation supporting enterprise IT operations and ...
Technical Writer
Arlington, VA · On-site
Spatial Front, Inc. is a recognized leader in providing IT solutions to the Federal Government, and they are seeking a Technical Writer to join their team. The role involves producing clear and user ...
Technical Writer
Arlington, VA · On-site
Spatial Front, Inc. is a recognized leader in providing IT solutions to the Federal Government, and they are seeking a Technical Writer to join their team. The role involves producing clear and user ...
Technical Writer
Nashville, TN · On-site
$55K - $65K/yr
Government Public Trust. * U.S. Citizenship or lawful permanent residency (Green Card) in accordance with customer requirements. * Bachelor's degree in English, Technical Writing, Communications ...
Technical Writer
Nashville, TN · On-site
$55K - $65K/yr
Government Public Trust. * U.S. Citizenship or lawful permanent residency (Green Card) in accordance with customer requirements. * Bachelor's degree in English, Technical Writing, Communications ...
Technical Writer
Tampa, FL · On-site
$52K - $93K/yr
The Technical Writer will work closely with Government stakeholders, engineers, Configuration Managers, asset managers, and technical subject matter experts to create high-quality documentation that ...
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Technical Writer
Tampa, FL · On-site
$52K - $93K/yr
The Technical Writer will work closely with Government stakeholders, engineers, Configuration Managers, asset managers, and technical subject matter experts to create high-quality documentation that ...
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The Technical Writer will collaborate with Government personnel and technical subject matter experts to develop clear, accurate, and standardized documentation supporting enterprise IT operations and ...
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The Technical Writer will collaborate with Government personnel and technical subject matter experts to develop clear, accurate, and standardized documentation supporting enterprise IT operations and ...
The Technical Writer will be responsible for researching, writing, and editing a wide range of ... government or research communications environment. This position needs an individual that is ...
The Technical Writer will be responsible for researching, writing, and editing a wide range of ... government or research communications environment. This position needs an individual that is ...
Technical Writer
Glen Allen, VA · On-site
... government records associated with cybersecurity activities, documentation, and SOPs • Excellent hands-on experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Products, and GSuite • Fluid technical ...
Technical Writer
Glen Allen, VA · On-site
... government records associated with cybersecurity activities, documentation, and SOPs • Excellent hands-on experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Products, and GSuite • Fluid technical ...
Technical Writer
Washington, DC · On-site
... government leads and the team. * Participate in team editing and quality control processes to ... technical writing experience for the Federal Government. A minimum of eight (8) years of ...
Technical Writer
Washington, DC · On-site
... government leads and the team. * Participate in team editing and quality control processes to ... technical writing experience for the Federal Government. A minimum of eight (8) years of ...
We are seeking a highly motivated technical writer to join our Kratos Defense & Rocket Support ... Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information per government standards * Travel: Up to ...
We are seeking a highly motivated technical writer to join our Kratos Defense & Rocket Support ... Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information per government standards * Travel: Up to ...
Technical Writer
Charleston, SC · On-site
$33.51/hr
Training Technical Writer Reports to : Site Lead Location: Charleston, SC Salary: SCA Hourly ... Ensure schools, offices, or other government clients have print-ready PDFs of all material and ...
Technical Writer
Charleston, SC · On-site
$33.51/hr
Training Technical Writer Reports to : Site Lead Location: Charleston, SC Salary: SCA Hourly ... Ensure schools, offices, or other government clients have print-ready PDFs of all material and ...
The Technical Writer will be responsible for researching, writing, and editing a wide range of ... government or research communications environment. This position needs an individual that is ...
The Technical Writer will be responsible for researching, writing, and editing a wide range of ... government or research communications environment. This position needs an individual that is ...
Overview Planned Systems International (PSI), a Government Contractor, has an immediate opportunity for a Technical Writer for the Independent Enterprise Testing and Support Services (IETSS) contract ...
Overview Planned Systems International (PSI), a Government Contractor, has an immediate opportunity for a Technical Writer for the Independent Enterprise Testing and Support Services (IETSS) contract ...
Technical Writer
Tampa, FL · On-site
$52K - $93K/yr
The Technical Writer will work closely with Government stakeholders, engineers, Configuration Managers, asset managers, and technical subject matter experts to create high-quality documentation that ...
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Technical Writer
Tampa, FL · On-site
$52K - $93K/yr
The Technical Writer will work closely with Government stakeholders, engineers, Configuration Managers, asset managers, and technical subject matter experts to create high-quality documentation that ...
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Technical Writer
Annapolis Junction, MD · On-site
$62.50 - $85.73/hr
We are a full-service government solutions company. Harnessing the most advanced technology and ... Responsibilities As a Technical Writer on our team, you'll support the drafting, writing, editing ...
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Technical Writer
Annapolis Junction, MD · On-site
$62.50 - $85.73/hr
We are a full-service government solutions company. Harnessing the most advanced technology and ... Responsibilities As a Technical Writer on our team, you'll support the drafting, writing, editing ...
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The Technical Writer will be responsible for researching, writing, and editing a wide range of ... government or research communications environment. This position needs an individual that is ...
The Technical Writer will be responsible for researching, writing, and editing a wide range of ... government or research communications environment. This position needs an individual that is ...
Technical Writer
Richmond, VA · On-site
Minimum of 5+ years of experience in technical writing, preferably in a government or technology environment . * Expert in MS Word, Google Docs, Confluence, or similar documentation tools
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Technical Writer
Richmond, VA · On-site
Minimum of 5+ years of experience in technical writing, preferably in a government or technology environment . * Expert in MS Word, Google Docs, Confluence, or similar documentation tools
The Technical Writer will develop, maintain, and manage comprehensive technical documentation ... Support Government risk management activities by documenting risks, mitigation strategies, action ...
The Technical Writer will develop, maintain, and manage comprehensive technical documentation ... Support Government risk management activities by documenting risks, mitigation strategies, action ...
Technical Writer
Montgomery, AL · On-site
The Technical Writer will develop, maintain, and manage comprehensive technical documentation ... Support Government risk management activities by documenting risks, mitigation strategies, action ...
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Montgomery, AL · On-site
The Technical Writer will develop, maintain, and manage comprehensive technical documentation ... Support Government risk management activities by documenting risks, mitigation strategies, action ...
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How much do temporary government technical writer jobs pay per hour?
As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for temporary government technical writer in the United States is $38.94, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $28.85 and $47.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
What is the difference between Temporary Government Technical Writer vs Contract Government Technical Writer?
| Aspect | Temporary Government Technical Writer | Contract Government Technical Writer |
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| Credentials | Typically requires a degree in technical writing, communications, or related field; certifications like STC are common | Similar credentials; often the same certifications and educational background |
| Work Environment | Short-term assignments within government agencies, often in office settings | Project-based roles, often remote or on-site, depending on contract terms |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Government agencies hiring temporary staff for specific projects | Government contractors providing technical writing services on a contractual basis |
Both roles involve creating technical documentation for government projects, requiring similar skills and credentials. The main difference lies in employment status: temporary government technical writers are usually directly hired for short-term roles, while contract writers work through agencies or firms on specific projects.
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Job description
Coho Consulting Group is seeking a detail-oriented Technical Writer to support documentation initiatives for the SOCOM Information Environment (SIE) in Hurlburt Field, FL. The Technical Writer will collaborate with Government personnel and technical subject matter experts to develop clear, accurate, and standardized documentation supporting enterprise IT operations and contract performance.
Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):
- Develop and maintain technical documentation supporting Government IT programs.
- Create Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Work Instructions, templates, user guides, and process documentation.
- Gather technical information through interviews with Government personnel and SMEs.
- Review, edit, and revise documentation for clarity, accuracy, and consistency.
- Assist with development and maintenance of documentation portal dashboards.
- Maintain document libraries and version-controlled repositories.
- Ensure documentation complies with Government standards and contractual requirements.
- Support quality assurance reviews of technical documents.
- Coordinate documentation updates resulting from process improvements.
- Prepare presentation materials, reports, and supporting documentation.
- Collaborate with project teams to ensure documentation reflects current operational procedures.
- Meet project deadlines while managing multiple documentation assignments.
Essential Job Qualifications and Requirements:
- Security Clearance
- Active Top-Secret Clearance required.
- Education and Certifications:
- Bachelor's degree or relevant technical writing experience may be substituted for formal education
- Experience creating documentation within technical or Government environments
- Excellent written, editing, proofreading, and communication skills
- Strong organizational and time management abilities
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft PowerPoint, and Microsoft Office Suite
- Demonstrated Knowledge & Experience
- Technical writing principles and document lifecycle management
- Development of SOPs, work instructions, templates, and user documentation
- Information gathering from technical personnel and stakeholders
- Document formatting, editing, and quality assurance
- Government documentation standards and version control practices
- Collaboration within multidisciplinary project teams
- Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting Department of Defense or Federal Government contracts
- Familiarity with SharePoint or other document management platforms
- Experience supporting enterprise IT or information technology programs
About Copper River & The Native Village of Eyak:
Owned by the Native Village of Eyak (NVE), a federally recognized Alaska Native Tribe, the Copper River Family of Companies are a collection of entities that deliver a complementary set of solutions and services to support the diverse missions and requirements of our clients. Proud participants of the Small Business Administration's (SBA) 8(a) Business Development Program since 2006, our companies consist of both current and graduation SBA 8(a) entities. It is our collective purpose to support the Tribe and diversify the NVE's ability to facilitate economic advancement.
The income generated from our companies helps the Native Village of Eyak fund health and social services, economic development, natural resource/environmental education, jobs, job training, and other benefits to the NVE in a manner that is consistent with Alaskan Native cultural values and traditions.
Copper River's Culture
The Copper River Family of Companies has a positive, supportive, and thriving culture. At the foundation of our culture is a focus on collaboration. No matter your role or which operating company you work for, we are ONE TEAM working toward the same goals for our customers and for our collective owner- The Native Village of Eyak. How we treat each other is just as important as the work we deliver.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Flexible Spending Account - healthcare and dependent care
- Health Savings Account - high deductible medical plan
- Retirement 401(k) with employer match
- Open leave policy and paid holidays
- Additional benefits including tuition reimbursement, transportation expense account, employee assistance program, and more!
Note: Benefits are offered based on employment classification and applicable contract requirements. Eligibility may vary by position.
Disclaimer:
The Copper River Family of Companies provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.