Austin, TX
IT Course Writer - Solicitation# RFR027FY26
Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR)

Essential Duties:  The Technical Writer for IT Certification Program is intended to develop curricula, course outlines, instructional methods, training aids, manuals, and other instructional materials and products that would integrate
DIR data and prerequisite skills tied to CTCM & CTCD certifications. Analyze training content for accessibility; and recommend changes to make content accessible and remediate accessibility issues. Works under limited supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals, independently performs a variety of complicated tasks, with a wide degree of latitude with given information on current IT Procurement. Consults with staff on the development of materials by gathering accurate information and translating technical content, including descriptions of concepts, process, and systems, into clear, user-friendly language. 
The working position is Hybrid - On Site and Telework. Texas Residents Only
 

Minimum Requirements: Candidates that do not meet or exceed the minimum stated requirements (skills/experience) will be displayed to customers but may not be chosen for this opportunity.
Actual Years Experience	Years Experience Needed	Required/ Preferred	Skills/Experience
	8	Required	Experience designing, developing and implementing training curricula. Develop training programs, including instructor led courses, job‐aids, videos, etc.
	5	Required	Skill in writing technical and business documents, and in the use of a computer and applicable software.
	5	Required	Experience in technical writing, journalism, or communications work. Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in business administration, English, education, or a related field is generally preferred. Experience
	4	Preferred	Knowledge of the techniques and methods of planning, organizing, and writing various types of materials
	4	Preferred	Expert knowledge of MS Office Suite 2010 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). A high degree of aptitude and flexibility to deliver training on a myriad of software products.

I need Three References

 

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Reference Name (Required):
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Phone Number (Required include area code):
E-mail address (Optional):
Professional Relationship (Optional):

  Peer                                                                      Co-Worker                                                                                                                                                Supervisor

  Customer                                                             End- User                                                                                                                                                 Subordinate

 

Reference Name (Required):
Title (Optional)
Company Name (Required):
Phone Number (Required include area code):
E-mail address (Optional):
Professional Relationship (Optional):

  Peer                                                                      Co-Worker                                                                                                                                                Supervisor

  Customer                                                             End- User                                                                                                                                                 Subordinate