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Technical Writer Job at Seneca Resources in Vienna

Seneca Resources · Vienna, VA, USA ·

Job type:
Contract

Role:

Technical Writer (SharePoint Admin & Developer Focus)
Location:

Open to hybrid in Winchester, VA and Vienna, VA and Pensacola, FL.
Years of Experience:

5-10
Pay:

$43 - $50
We are seeking a highly skilled Technical Writer with 5–10 years of experience who brings a strong blend of technical documentation expertise, SharePoint administration, and development capability. This role is responsible for creating, managing, and enhancing technical documentation while designing and maintaining SharePoint-based knowledge management solutions. The contractor will partner with technical and business teams to deliver clear, user‑friendly, and scalable documentation that supports enterprise systems and initiatives.

Responsibilities

Develop, write, and maintain technical documentation including user guides, admin guides, and SOPs

Translate complex technical concepts into clear, concise, and user‑friendly content

Design and maintain SharePoint sites, libraries, navigation, and metadata structures

Build and enhance SharePoint solutions using lists, libraries, web parts, and workflows

Manage document lifecycle processes including version control, governance, and archival

Develop and enforce documentation standards, templates, and style guidelines

Collaborate with business and technical SMEs to gather requirements and validate content

Participate in Agile/SDLC processes to ensure documentation aligns with project delivery

Create diagrams, workflows, and visuals to enhance content usability

Identify opportunities to improve documentation processes and leverage Microsoft 365 tools including Copilot

Qualifications and Soft Skill Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Technical Writing, Communications, Information Systems, or related field

5–10 years of experience in technical writing or documentation development

Experience supporting enterprise systems, applications, or technical teams

Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Ability to translate complex technical information into clear, actionable documentation

Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality

Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently

Desired Skills

Experience with SharePoint development (pages, lists, workflows, integrations)

Proficiency in Microsoft 365 tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)

Familiarity with Agile or SDLC methodologies

Experience with diagramming tools such as Visio

Knowledge of information architecture and content design principles

Experience using AI tools (e.g., Copilot) to improve documentation

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value the benefits of diversity in our workplace.

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