Lansing, MI - IT - DTMB - Agency Services - MDARD - Technical Writer 3
Abacus, Lansing, Michigan, United States, 48900
Position Information
Position Type Staff Augmentation Hours/Week 40 Billing Type Daily Shift Day Projected Start Date 03/02/2026 Start Time 8:00 AM Projected End Date/Duration 6 Months from projected start date End Time 5:00 PM Bid Limit Per Vendor 1 Number of Positions 1 Desired Career Level Experienced Non-manager Minimum Education Level None Selected Weekend None
Position Location
Address 525 West Allegan Street City Lansing State Michigan Zip 48933 Country UNITED STATES
Requirements
Travel Required No Security Required Yes Onboarding Category The following are required for bid submission:
Resume R2R Meets Work Location Cover Sheet References
Position Description Please ensure you attach the Cover Sheet (attached), valid Right to Represent with hybrid work schedule acknowledged and confirmed by candidate, and the candidate's resume with full legal first name, and last name ONLY. (Refer to Bid Submission Requirements). We request that resumes are kept to 4-5 pages, and your candidate may be rejected if this criteria is not met. Withdrawn candidates will not be permitted to be replaced. If you would like to use a sub vendor, only 1 level deep, please use dotStaff Forms link: https://forms.dotstaff.com/en-US/public/SOMI/forms/df22aa32-ddd7-4035-91ac-2a10092614e3
References are required for this position. Please include a separate attachment with your submission that includes a minimum of 2 professional references. Each reference should include the name, email, phone number, and their position title/company name.
The State of Michigan is looking for: Technical Writer 3
Top Skills & Years of Experience: - 4+ years of general technical writer experience - Minimum 1 year mentoring and working with teams to implement standards for documentation, including the development and delivery of related training materials. - Minimum 2 years reviewing existing documentation against standards. Documenting and prioritizing identified gaps. - Minimum 1 year of working with work products and projects with purposeful ADA WCAG2.1AA focus. - Minimum 1 year of experience working with ADA tools associated with technical writing (e.g. Microsoft accessibility checker, Adobe accessibility checker, etc.).
Clear and concise written and verbal communication is crucial to success and productivity in this role.
Will close submissions on: 2/9/26 at 10am EST Interview Process: 1st round via MS Teams. 2nd round will likely be in-person. Candidates must be available for an in-person interview. Duration: 6 months Hybrid: Resource will be working a hybrid schedule. NO REMOTE ONLY OPTION. Will need to be onsite from day 1, two days per week (Wednesdays and Thursdays are current required onsite days). Local candidates (strongly preferred) or non-local (must be willing to relocate at their own expense from acceptance with no delays & follow the hybrid schedule). If you submit a non-local candidate who needs to relocate, please ensure they are aware this is a short-term position.
Full Job Description Attached
Required Skills Skill Type Skill Name 4+ years of general technical writer experience 1+ years of experience mentoring and working with teams to implement standards for documentation, including the development and delivery of related training materials 2+ years of experience reviewing existing documentation against standards. Documenting and prioritizing identified gaps 1+ years of experience working with work products and projects with purposeful ADA WCAG2.1AA focus 1+ years of experience working with ADA tools associated with technical writing (e.g. Microsoft accessibility checker, Adobe accessibility checker, etc. Preferred Skills
There are currently no preferred skills to display. Please review job description.
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Technical Writer 3, DTMB Agency Services Supporting MDARD DTMB Agency Services is seeking a Technical Writer 3 to support agency initiatives to review and update documents and web published content for ADA WCAG 2.1AA compliance for the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD). This individual will work with the MDARD Bureau Services Manager and be provided with the opportunity to establish best practices for the ongoing efforts to review and address non-compliance to ADA WCAG2.1 standards and applicable department policies for published documents and agency-maintained web content. This individual will also train program staff on those best practices and lead efforts to complete the needed updates. This position will meet weekly with the MDARD Bureau Services Manager to track progress, remove any barriers, and set priorities. This position works closely with the department's web administrator, web team, forms analyst, and Digital Accessibility Review Team (DART) to ensure timely compliance. This individual needs to be experienced producing technical content for published documentation and web content in support of business operations, reports, and communications in compliance with the WCAG2.1 DA guidelines to include the use of utilizing accessibility tools. Candidates must have a
minimum of 4 years of general technical writer experience .
Technical Writer 3 Position General Description:
Develops and maintains user and technical documentation and project process documentation for Application Teams. Understands the user's view of applications and /or technology and is able to put procedures in a logical sequence. Provides expertise on technical concepts of applications and /or user groups and structuring procedures in a logical sequence, due to a broad understanding of the applications. Writes a variety of technical articles, reports, brochures, and/or manuals for documentation for a wide range of uses. May be responsible for coordinating the display of graphics and the production of the document. Develop, enhance, and maintain user documentation for multiple applications including documentation required for the operations provider. Develop on-line source documentation as appropriate. Maintain documentation libraries and subscription lists. Identify, create, revise, and maintain documentation and templates. Ensure appropriate control access/use of documentation materials. Maintain application and user documentation. Ensure messages and terminology is consistent across all written materials. Research and complete documentation service requests. Communicate accurate and useful status updates. Manage and report time spent on all work activities. Follow quality standards. Ability to work in a team environment. Strong communication skills; both written and spoken. Composes technical documents, manuals, bulletins, brochures, publications, training manuals, and special reports. Organizes and coordinates the composition of material and drafting of forms suitable for reproduction. Reviews and edits prepared material and illustrations. Develops and refines material for publication in journals and periodicals. Prepares informational material for release to the mass media. Works with agency staff in the development of formats, graphics, and the layout of publications. Assists agency staff in preparing and refining material for speeches and other public presentations. May research product design, capabilities, and compatibility ranges. May oversee the writing, editing, publishing, and distribution of specification documents. May review various resources and prepare analyses or summaries. May train others. Experience in technical writing, journalism, or communications work. Knowledge of the techniques and methods of planning, organizing, and writing various types of materials; of research methodology; and of departmental policies, procedures, and regulations.
Specific Position Experience Required:
Minimum 1 year mentoring and working with teams to implement standards for documentation, including the development and delivery of related training materials. Minimum 2 years reviewing existing documentation against standards. Documenting and prioritizing identified gaps. Minimum 1 year of working with work products and projects with purposeful ADA WCAG2.1AA focus. Minimum 1 year of experience working with ADA tools associated with technical writing (e.g. Microsoft accessibility checker, Adobe accessibility checker, etc.).
Resume R2R Meets Work Location Cover Sheet References
Position Description Please ensure you attach the Cover Sheet (attached), valid Right to Represent with hybrid work schedule acknowledged and confirmed by candidate, and the candidate's resume with full legal first name, and last name ONLY. (Refer to Bid Submission Requirements). We request that resumes are kept to 4-5 pages, and your candidate may be rejected if this criteria is not met. Withdrawn candidates will not be permitted to be replaced. If you would like to use a sub vendor, only 1 level deep, please use dotStaff Forms link: https://forms.dotstaff.com/en-US/public/SOMI/forms/df22aa32-ddd7-4035-91ac-2a10092614e3
References are required for this position. Please include a separate attachment with your submission that includes a minimum of 2 professional references. Each reference should include the name, email, phone number, and their position title/company name.
The State of Michigan is looking for: Technical Writer 3
Top Skills & Years of Experience: - 4+ years of general technical writer experience - Minimum 1 year mentoring and working with teams to implement standards for documentation, including the development and delivery of related training materials. - Minimum 2 years reviewing existing documentation against standards. Documenting and prioritizing identified gaps. - Minimum 1 year of working with work products and projects with purposeful ADA WCAG2.1AA focus. - Minimum 1 year of experience working with ADA tools associated with technical writing (e.g. Microsoft accessibility checker, Adobe accessibility checker, etc.).
Clear and concise written and verbal communication is crucial to success and productivity in this role.
Will close submissions on: 2/9/26 at 10am EST Interview Process: 1st round via MS Teams. 2nd round will likely be in-person. Candidates must be available for an in-person interview. Duration: 6 months Hybrid: Resource will be working a hybrid schedule. NO REMOTE ONLY OPTION. Will need to be onsite from day 1, two days per week (Wednesdays and Thursdays are current required onsite days). Local candidates (strongly preferred) or non-local (must be willing to relocate at their own expense from acceptance with no delays & follow the hybrid schedule). If you submit a non-local candidate who needs to relocate, please ensure they are aware this is a short-term position.
Full Job Description Attached
Required Skills Skill Type Skill Name 4+ years of general technical writer experience 1+ years of experience mentoring and working with teams to implement standards for documentation, including the development and delivery of related training materials 2+ years of experience reviewing existing documentation against standards. Documenting and prioritizing identified gaps 1+ years of experience working with work products and projects with purposeful ADA WCAG2.1AA focus 1+ years of experience working with ADA tools associated with technical writing (e.g. Microsoft accessibility checker, Adobe accessibility checker, etc. Preferred Skills
There are currently no preferred skills to display. Please review job description.
Attachment:
Technical Writer 3, DTMB Agency Services Supporting MDARD DTMB Agency Services is seeking a Technical Writer 3 to support agency initiatives to review and update documents and web published content for ADA WCAG 2.1AA compliance for the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD). This individual will work with the MDARD Bureau Services Manager and be provided with the opportunity to establish best practices for the ongoing efforts to review and address non-compliance to ADA WCAG2.1 standards and applicable department policies for published documents and agency-maintained web content. This individual will also train program staff on those best practices and lead efforts to complete the needed updates. This position will meet weekly with the MDARD Bureau Services Manager to track progress, remove any barriers, and set priorities. This position works closely with the department's web administrator, web team, forms analyst, and Digital Accessibility Review Team (DART) to ensure timely compliance. This individual needs to be experienced producing technical content for published documentation and web content in support of business operations, reports, and communications in compliance with the WCAG2.1 DA guidelines to include the use of utilizing accessibility tools. Candidates must have a
minimum of 4 years of general technical writer experience .
Technical Writer 3 Position General Description:
Develops and maintains user and technical documentation and project process documentation for Application Teams. Understands the user's view of applications and /or technology and is able to put procedures in a logical sequence. Provides expertise on technical concepts of applications and /or user groups and structuring procedures in a logical sequence, due to a broad understanding of the applications. Writes a variety of technical articles, reports, brochures, and/or manuals for documentation for a wide range of uses. May be responsible for coordinating the display of graphics and the production of the document. Develop, enhance, and maintain user documentation for multiple applications including documentation required for the operations provider. Develop on-line source documentation as appropriate. Maintain documentation libraries and subscription lists. Identify, create, revise, and maintain documentation and templates. Ensure appropriate control access/use of documentation materials. Maintain application and user documentation. Ensure messages and terminology is consistent across all written materials. Research and complete documentation service requests. Communicate accurate and useful status updates. Manage and report time spent on all work activities. Follow quality standards. Ability to work in a team environment. Strong communication skills; both written and spoken. Composes technical documents, manuals, bulletins, brochures, publications, training manuals, and special reports. Organizes and coordinates the composition of material and drafting of forms suitable for reproduction. Reviews and edits prepared material and illustrations. Develops and refines material for publication in journals and periodicals. Prepares informational material for release to the mass media. Works with agency staff in the development of formats, graphics, and the layout of publications. Assists agency staff in preparing and refining material for speeches and other public presentations. May research product design, capabilities, and compatibility ranges. May oversee the writing, editing, publishing, and distribution of specification documents. May review various resources and prepare analyses or summaries. May train others. Experience in technical writing, journalism, or communications work. Knowledge of the techniques and methods of planning, organizing, and writing various types of materials; of research methodology; and of departmental policies, procedures, and regulations.
Specific Position Experience Required:
Minimum 1 year mentoring and working with teams to implement standards for documentation, including the development and delivery of related training materials. Minimum 2 years reviewing existing documentation against standards. Documenting and prioritizing identified gaps. Minimum 1 year of working with work products and projects with purposeful ADA WCAG2.1AA focus. Minimum 1 year of experience working with ADA tools associated with technical writing (e.g. Microsoft accessibility checker, Adobe accessibility checker, etc.).