Technical Writer I (Telecommuter)

Job Description:

Technical Writer I (Telecommuter)

Description

Job Title
Technical Writer I (Telecommuter)

Agency
Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service

Department
Emergency Services Training Institute

Proposed Minimum Salary
$22.85 hourly

Job Location
College Station, Texas

Job Type
Temporary/Casual Staff (Fixed Term)

Job Description

Technical Writer I

$22.85 per hour

1 Position

Temporary/Casual Staff

Telecommuter

The Role at a Glance

The Technical Writer & Editor is responsible for formatting and editing curriculum materials for both classroom and online learning to align with agency curriculum requirements and applicable style guides and templates. Works both independently and with instructional design specialists and graphic designers to finalize materials for publication. Works with the Curriculum Coordinator to establish project requirements and track and report progress within the established budget and timeline limitations. Remediates electronic materials to align with Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG)/Section 508 accessibility standards.

This position reports to the Curriculum Coordinator.

Qualifications of the Role

• Bachelor’s degree in applicable field from an accredited college or university.
  
• One year of related experience in copy editing.
  
• Must have a valid motor vehicle operator’s license or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment.
  

Equivalency: Will consider an associate’s degree and three years of related experience in copy editing or a high school diploma/GED and five years of related experience in copy editing

About Us

The Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service (TEEX) is an internationally recognized leader in emergency response training, workforce training, and technical assistance. Major TEEX competencies include fire and rescue, infrastructure and safety, law enforcement, cybersecurity, economic and workforce development, and homeland security. Every TEEX employee has a direct impact on Making a Difference to the professionals who respond to emergencies, safeguard communities, and ultimately save lives.

We are focused on enhancing organizational effectiveness by creating an optimal work environment that empowers employees to improve themselves and their communities. Additionally, we offer competitive salaries and benefits, value work/life balance, and support employees’ education and professional development.

Benefits You Can Expect from TEEX

Wage Employee Benefits

• Flexible work schedule on an as-needed basis, perfect for supplemental income.
  
• Optional retirement savings programs through The Texas A&M University System.
  
• Time as a wage employee with TEEX counts toward Lifetime and State Service for State of Texas full-time employee benefits.
  

Build Your Career

• Expand your network and build lasting connections with industry experts and peers.
  
• Enhance your skills and professional growth while representing a world-class organization.
  
• Learn more about the career paths and professional development opportunities available to all TEEX employees.
  

TEEX Employer Notices Military Crosswalk Info

Applications must either have all job application data entered, or a resume attached. Not doing so could result in an incomplete submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.