Technical Communications Specialist - Part Time

CLASSIFICATION: Staff 
JOB FAMILY: Media, Marketing and Communications
JOB CODE: 8388-0000
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

JOB TITLE DEFINITION: 

The Technical Communications Specialist performs technical writing and editing for scholarly publications, technical documentation, and educational communications.

SAMPLE WORK ACTIVITIES: 

  • Write and/or edit technical, educational, and/or scholarly materials including, but not limited to, manuscripts, peer-reviewed writings, training curricula, academic materials, proposals, and reports.
  • Conduct research; interview personnel/subject-matter experts; read journals and articles; review records, etc.
  • Present complex content in a concise and understandable manner
  • Select photographs, drawings, sketches, diagrams, and charts to illustrate material
  • Prepare materials that conform to specific editorial style and accommodate target audiences
  • Appropriately source and ensure materials are copyright compliant
  • Provide consultation and writing for special projects and presentations
  • Retain final product and draft revision records and files, as directed
  • May collaborate on instructional design and curriculum development processes

REQUIREMENTS: N/A