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Technical Writer - Editor

US Department of Veterans Affairs · Austin, TX, USA · Remote ·

Job type:
Full Time

Job Title

Major Duties:
Prepares reports developed by others for publication by making sure the material conveys what it is intended to say, is arranged logically, presents the facts to support the conclusions drawn, is in accordance with agency policy, and is written clearly and interestingly for the intended audience.
Participate in development and collection of critical data for high-level projects such as congressional briefings, preparing presentations for VA and other agency executives, and validating the accuracy and validity of presentation material content.
Independently develops comprehensive monitoring reports documenting reviews, assessments, performance evaluations, and compliance findings.
Develop executive-level briefing materials, decision memoranda, dashboards, and summary analyses.
Translates technical financial and regulatory information into concise, risk-focused communications tailored to senior leadership.
Hands-on experience using generative AI tools (ChatGPT, etc.) for research, content creation, and quality assurance.
Exceptional written communication skills with an obsessive eye for detail and formatting.
Design and develop structured materials supporting OSC activities, including slide decks, facilitator guides, written reference materials, and scenario-based learning tools.
Creates presentations in multiple formats tailored to varied audiences, including grant program staff, leadership officials, and technical review personnel.
Performs in-depth analytical review of monitoring documentation to evaluate logical consistency, regulatory interpretation, evidentiary sufficiency, and clarity of risk statements.
Other Duties Assigned.
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM CST
Location: The selectee will be required to report on-site at 8000 Metropolis Drive, Bldg B, Austin, TX 78744
Compressed/Flexible: Available
Telework: Available - Ad Hoc telework (situational telework) as determined by the agency policy.
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Position Description/PD#: PD00136A
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
Financial Disclosure Report: Not required
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
PCS Appraised Value Offer (AVO): Not Authorized