Technical Writer-Editor

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Job duties include:

• Serves as principal writer and editor for Defense Enterprise Data Standards Office (DEDSO) technical products including Defense Logistics Management Standards (DLMS) manuals, data standards documentation, governance guidance, and associated reference materials.

• Supports development of clear technical documentation for business rules, data element definitions, mappings, and crosswalks, as well as technical bulletins, white papers, and implementation guides.

• Reviews and edits draft materials from analysts and subject matter experts to ensure grammatical accuracy, style and formatting consistency, Section 508 accessibility, and compliance with DEDSO, and DoW writing standards.

• Plans and manages document development schedules in coordination with analysts and leadership to ensure the timely publication of updates to standards and procedures.

• Maintains version control and audit trails for all published materials, ensuring adherence to Records Management policies and that revisions are documented, approved, and effectively communicated to end users.

• Designs templates, style guides, and workflows to support enterprise documentation needs.

• Structuring content for digital platforms, search tools, and emerging AI technologies while standardizing internal workflows and capturing institutional knowledge to facilitate seamless operational handoffs.

• Prepares briefing materials, infographics, and quick-reference guides to translate complex data standards concepts for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Participates in integrated working groups and project reviews alongside analysts, system owners, and governance bodies to support DEDSO and DoW data integrity and interoperability.

• Evaluates, implements, and maintains collaborative authoring tools and shared work spaces, conducting training to build team self-sufficiency in basic drafting and template compliance.