Technical Writer jobs in Albany, NY

Technical Writer creates and publishes technical documentations and manuals. Collects and interprets technical data or information and coordinates layout for publication. Being a Technical Writer typically requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager. The Technical Writer gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. To be a Technical Writer typically requires 2 to 4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Technical Writer Expert
  • ESO Consultants
  • Albany, NY FULL_TIME
  • Job Title: Technical Writer Expert
    Skill Level: Expert
    Experience: 84 months of experience
    Location: 40 N Pearl Street, Albany, NY 12243
    Hourly Rate :$28-$33

    Description of The Position: ASSETS is a Child Support System used by State and County staff to ASSETS)/Child Support Systems supervise and directly administer child support services to the public.

    Provide a complete list of the day-to-day tasks to be performed by the Selected Candidate:

    • Create documentation for end users in the form of user manuals available through a page-specific help function and a variety of desk references and instructional materials. Create documentation for management and technical staff to use while developing new system functions or projects. Carry out electronic publishing of materials and updates to the Electronic Resource Library available to all OTDA and child support staff statewide.
    • Compile reports and build and maintain templates for use within the ASSETS application. Tools required include but are not limited to MS Office, FrameMaker, Dreamweaver, the Adobe suite of Acrobat Pro etc. as well as some security scanning tools and Team Foundation Server for extracting release content for impact statements and announcements.

    Mandatory Qualifications:

    • Experience Level: Expert
    • 84 months of experience in technical writing.
    • Demonstrated ability to provide guidance to large teams.
    • Extensive industry experience, positioning the candidate at the top of their field.
    Responsibilities:

    • Translate technical information into clear, readable documents.
    • Develop and maintain system documentation.
    • Create user manuals, installation guides, and computer operations manuals.
    • Produce program maintenance manuals.

    List all the Position Requested Qualifications:

    • 84 months experience with electronic publishing tools such as FrameMaker, Dreamweaver, Acrobat Pro.
    • 60 months of experience developing systems documentation - user manuals, installation guides, computer operations and program maintenance manuals, backup, recovery, and restart procedures, etc. for a systems development project in a complex human services (Federal, state or Local Government) delivery system.
    • 36 months experience creating and managing Microsoft Word templates using Word's form fields and bookmarking features to pre-populate variable data and establish locked or over-writeable fields within the templates in direct conjunction with a Java Application.
    • Bachelor's Degree

    What type of software is typically used by the Agency:
    Mainframe Legacy System is Unisys 2200 w/Cobol, ASSETS is Java Application on Linux

    What type of hardware is typically used by the Agency:
    Mainframe is a Unisys 880 ASSETS software and database Server infrastructure is virtualized at CNSE/Utica

  • 22 Days Ago

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Content Writer
  • Senate, NYS
  • Albany, NY FULL_TIME
  • The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and competencies: Proven work experience as a Content Writer, Copywriter or similar rolePortfolio of published articles or written workExperience ...
  • 22 Days Ago

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Service Writer
  • Auto Systems Centers (Midas)
  • ALBANY, NY FULL_TIME
  • Auto Systems Centers is an Employee owned company (ESOP) and is also the worlds largest Midas Franchisee in the Midas chain. Every Team member receives company stock (after first full fiscal year) eve...
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Writer/Proofreader
  • Senate, NYS
  • Albany, NY FULL_TIME
  • The New York State Senate Printing Facility seeks a disciplined individual with a sound knowledge of spelling, grammar, and punctuation, and a sharp eye for detail. This position is located in Albany ...
  • 3 Days Ago

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Grant Writer
  • Questar III BOCES
  • on, NY FULL_TIME
  • Questar III BOCES announces an exciting opportunity for a full time Grant Writer in our agency. This position will work with a variety of stakeholders and be responsible for the research, review, and ...
  • 4 Days Ago

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Grant Writer
  • Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Albany
  • Albany, NY FULL_TIME
  • Catholic Charities is an organization that values helping others at any stage in their life, regardless of race, creed, or lifestyle. We place a special emphasis on helping those who are economically ...
  • 5 Days Ago

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Civil/Structural Engineer - Principal
  • Naval Nuclear Laboratory
  • West Milton, NY
  • About Us Job Description The Naval Nuclear Laboratory comprises the U.S. Department of Energy locations and personnel re...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Change Control Specialist (Manufacturing)
  • Regeneron Pharmaceuticals
  • Rensselaer, NY
  • We are currently looking to fill multiple Change Control Specialist positions supporting our Manufacturing team. These p...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Claims Specialist
  • IPRO
  • Albany, NY
  • As the Claims Specialist you will coordinate activities critical to the successful completion of clinical reviews projec...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Marketing Associate
  • Shore Marketing Inc
  • Rensselaer, NY
  • With years of experience in the communication field, Shore Marketing has created relationship-based methods focused on o...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Urban Planner
  • Laberge Group
  • Albany, NY
  • Laberge Group is looking to add an experienced Planner to our expanding team! We work with a variety of municipalities t...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Senior Underwriter
  • Trustco
  • Albany, NY
  • EEO Statement: We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for ...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Technical Writer Post Market Surveillance
  • Cynet Systems Inc.
  • Albany, NY
  • Skills and Qualifications: Excellent writing and communication abilities are preferred. Should be a self-starter, outgoi...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Technical Writer - XML Documentation
  • General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc
  • Pittsfield, MA
  • Basic Qualifications : Bachelors degree in a related specialized area or field, or equivalent is required plus a minimum...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

Albany (/ˈɔːlbəni/ (listen) ALL-bə-nee) is the capital of the U.S. state of New York and the seat of Albany County. Albany is located on the west bank of the Hudson River approximately 10 miles (16 km) south of its confluence with the Mohawk River and approximately 135 miles (220 km) north of New York City. Albany is known for its rich history, commerce, culture, architecture, and institutions of higher education. Albany constitutes the economic and cultural core of the Capital District of New York State, which comprises the Albany–Schenectady–Troy, NY Metropolitan Statistical Area, including ...
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Income Estimation for Technical Writer jobs
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Albany, New York area prices
were up 1.5% from a year ago

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