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Last Page Update: Wednesday, February 27, 2008

Archived job postings: October - December 2004

This page contains job postings listed on the Rocky Mountain Chapter's job line from October - December  2004.

See the current job postings page for jobs posted during the current quarter. For an historical (perhaps even hysterical) perspective, visit the archived jobs pages.

12/30/2004 
Job #971
Contract

Filled

Technical Writer

Our client is located in the north metro Denver area, and they have an opportunity for a Technical Writer with experience writing technical specifications for the telecommunications industry. Initial duration is anticipated to be for three months.  Credible candidates will have a BA or BS in a writing or computer science related discipline, and five or more years of relevant experience, including the ability to write for both semi-technical and developer/systems administrator level audiences.  Desirable qualifications include familiarity with .NET, the ability to read source code, and to use XML technology to document applications.

Please discuss this opportunity with Paul Struble.
303-422-6000.
pstruble@aorist.com.

Please visit us at www.aorist.com.  Our clients do not typically provide relocation assistance, nor are we able to sponsor visa candidates.

12/27/2004 
Job #970
Direct

Filled

Technical Writer

Centrix Financial, a financial and risk management firm founded in 1990, specializes in developing and providing innovative financial programs that enable credit unions to safely, profitably and conveniently enter the special financing auto loan market. In 1998, Centrix introduced its patent-pending Portfolio Management Program (PMP), which includes securitization on a loan-by-loan basis and a large network of participating financial institutions that make the loans. Centrix is the only company that provides credit unions with a safe, turnkey financial product for the special finance market. Centrix, a rapidly growing, Denver-based company, offers its services nationwide. For more information, please visit www.centrixfinancial.com. 

Centrix Financial is currently searching for a Technical Writer.

Responsibilities:

• Assisting in the creation of documents and standard operating procedures (SOPs) required for any project
• Participating and documenting development/implementation planning meeting
• Reporting updates to projects and document timeframes
• Participate in interview process of subject-matter experts and document subject mater from those meetings
• Submit drafts to identified reviewer
• Participate in planning with team leaders and project management as required to determine dates for drafts
• Communicate results, status to team lead on timely basis
• Document standard processes and work flow

Qualifications:

• 2 years related experience and/or training
• College degree in related fields (technical communication and information systems) 
• Must have the ability to respond to questions from clients, customers and the general public. 
• Must be familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a software development and an implementation environment
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret software development and implementation artifacts is essential
• Must be proficient in the use of MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint, Visio, MS Project and other software as required
• It is required to have multi-tasking and organizational skills
• Should have excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to interview subject matter experts, obtain, absorb and summarize technical subject matter with minimal repetition
• Ability to “think on the fly” and develop action plans to handle situations that occur outside the normal course of business are a must
• Previous exposure to auto lending or finance a plus
• Requires the ability to be pleasant to all individuals, vendors, patrons, fellow employees, etc. 
• To apply: Email your resume to resume@centrixfinancial.com, include in your subject line, Technical Writer or fax resume to 303-225-1313.

12/21/2004 
Job #969
Contract

Book Writer/Editor - Non-clinical Medical
80% offsite

Ideal qualifications

• Experience as a managing editor within a corporate publications department
• Ability to research, interview staff or other writers, and compile
  technical information and gap analyses for the development of a new book. 
• Excellent writing and editing skills
• Unsurpassed organizational skills
• Proven experience writing in a medical and/or business environment
• Desire to be a team player- working with technical writers, editors, illustrators, and staff
• Willingness to comply with a customer-supplied style guide and
  boilerplate template to produce documentation that fully complies with our specs. 

Writing samples and signing a Confidentiality Statement/NDA are
required for any interview. 

For consideration for this opportunity, please contact Marilee Aust at
maust@blackpearlcommunications.com with:

• your resume
• a brief cover letter that lists three reasons why you're "the one" for this project
• hourly fee you fetch for non-technical writing vs. editing work

12/21/2004 
Job #968
Direct

Technical Writers - Hardware/Maintenance
Multiple positions

Southeastern Computer Consultants, Inc. (www.scci-inc.com) is a leader in providing superior quality, technically accurate Military Specification documentation. We are developing and producing an Interactive Electronic Technical Manual (IETM) for a new DoD satellite/space system. 

These are full time, permanent positions, in the Boulder/Gunbarrel area, for highly technical oriented and knowledgeable individuals with proven experience in developing hardware maintenance/troubleshooting manuals, to include parts lists.

Experience with HTML/SGML online documentation/help authoring and publishing systems is required. An Electrical Engineering or Computer Maintenance background is preferred. Experience with writing military specification technical manuals is a definite plus. These are NOT technical editing or webmaster positions. 

We are looking for individuals with two or more years of experience in technical writing of hardware documentation. 

Required skills include: 

• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills. 
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. 
• Familiarity with the standard life-cycle (estimate, plan, develop, test, validate, deliver) 
• Poise and communications skills necessary to deal directly with representatives of the prime contractor and government customer. 

Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Must be a US citizen. These are "local hire" positions - no relocation is offered/available. All hires are subject to our prime contractor's approval. 

Send resume to: 
Email: cmerrow@scci-ad.com 
Fax: (512) 794-0001, Attn: Ed Fitzgerald 

12/20/2004 
Job #967
Direct

Documentation Manager

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Recruit, develop, and motivate technical/functional information
  developers (writers and instructional developers). Work closely with the group members to achieve their goals and offer ad hoc support when needed.
• Establish good working relationships with Product Development and other stakeholders to define documentation and curriculum goals and
  deliverables, and to solve documentation-related problems.
• Develop and maintain good working relationships with Language Services, responsible for editing and production, the maintainer of information development standards, layouts, and tools. Take part in development and implementation within the group of new guidelines and standards.
• Assist the manager with the development of vision, strategy, business, and project plans.
• Track development against project schedules; meet deadlines and deliver high quality products. Organize release-specific duties. Work with other departments to facilitate the coordination of documentation for release.
• Organize release cycle processes.
• Understand standards, guidelines, and tools and technical skills used
  by/needed by Information Development.

Education and Experience:

• BS/BA or work experience in related field
• 4+ years experience as a Documentation/Curriculum Development Specialist
• 4+ years experience managing employees and complex projects

Technical Knowledge and Skills

• Preferred software proficiency: Microsoft Word, Microsoft Project, Folio, Visio, Documentum, Arbortext Epic Editor; on-line publishing software, client/server technology, and application software.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively cross-functionally
• Outstanding project management skills
• Excellent technical skills
• Outstanding time management skills
• Adept at handling multiple priorities

Contact: Melissa
Email: techwrterjob@yahoo.com

12/3/2004 
Job #966
Direct, Temporary

Filled

Technical Writer
Westminster, CO
www.trimble.com

Come work with the Trimble Office Software Group development team. This is a temporary position, with possibility to convert to a permanent position after 3 months. We need an experienced technical communicator to create the documentation portion of our software products. Our mandate is to create easy-to-learn software. The Help system is seen as a primary component of this requirement. 

This job is located in the Trimble Westminster office. The Office Software Group is responsible for creating the office software component of the Trimble’s survey and construction positioning solutions. Primary job responsibility is creating integrated online help systems for our software. Activities for the permanent position can include a wide range of tasks including active participation in design team meetings, estimating documentation resources required, creating simple graphics for the help systems, and defining and executing usability research. If you ever wanted to have an impact on creating a usable and easy-to-learn software product, this could be your job. 

Technical Skills: 

• Skilled with tools of trade: RoboHelp HTML, RoboDemo, Microsoft Word, Adobe FrameMaker, Acrobat and the graphics tool of your choice 
• Minimum of 4 years of technical communication experience required 
• Self-directed, well organized 
• Excellent communication skills – as a researcher, documentation team member and as a meeting facilitator  
• Contribute to ongoing effort of development team to create an easy-to-use and easy-to-learn software product 

In addition to skill with the English language and working knowledge of the tools of a technical communicator, a background in engineering, surveying, or one of the physical sciences is almost necessary. You will need to be able to explain surveying and GPS – or something of equivalent complexity – works. 

Please send a resume in PDF or Word: 

Meredith Curtin 
Meredith_curtin@trimble.com 
Documentation Manager 
Office Software Group 

12/1/2004 
Job #965
Part-time Subcontract 

Filled

Senior Information Engineer
Fort Collins, CO

The Information Engineers, Inc. is seeking a Senior Information Engineer (Sr. IE) in northern Colorado for a long-term, part-time subcontract project that will start immediately. The Sr. IE will be responsible for producing manuals for a client’s hardware product. Because the Sr. IE will work at home most of the time, he/she must have Broadband Internet connections and own current versions of FrameMaker and Acrobat. The Sr. IE must have a very advanced understanding of FrameMaker, including the use of conditional text. It would be preferable that the Sr. IE also have at least some experience using FrameScript.

Job Duties:

• Develop drafts and final manuals using a pre-defined template. The template heavily uses conditional text and FrameScript to produce multiple manuals from a single source. 
• Research available engineering information and interview engineers and other technical personnel to gather necessary inputs to document the product. 
• Attend weekly project meetings at the client’s worksite in Fort Collins. 

Required Qualifications:

• BS/MS in technical communications, or BS/MS in electrical engineering with training in technical communications. 
• At least 5 years of technical writing experience, with 2 or more years of experience documenting hardware products. Must have a solid understanding of hardware product development cycles. 
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional team members. 
• Excellent organizational, oral and written communication, and interpersonal skills. 
• Excellent skills with FrameMaker, including experience using conditional text and, preferably, using FrameScript. Must also be proficient using Acrobat for basic editing of the final .PDFs of the manuals produced.

Please send your resume, specifying your hourly rate requirements in your cover letter, to Marty McKita at tie@theinfoengineers.com. 

11/29/2004 
Job #964
Contract

Technical Writer 
Colorado Springs, CO
Length of assignment: 12/13/2004 through 06/30/2005

Duties:

Skills:

• 2-3 years of writing experience required. 
• Experience with on line help is definitely a plus.

Education: College degree required.

Please send resume to amontijo@comsys.com asap.

11/26/2004 
Job #963
Contract
Boulder, CO

Filled

Technical Writer 
Length of assignment: 12/13/2004 through 06/30/2005

Duties:

• Support the development and release of products as needed. Participate on cross-functional teams. Follow department processes and standards. Duties will include researching product specifications, interviewing developers, writing and revising the required documentation, and delivering final media for printing and distribution in ready-to-print format. Also, requires adhering to publication schedules based on product release and production activities. 
• Will be responsible for editing AND writing, willingness to do both is essential.

Skills:

• 1-5 years of writing experience required. 1 year of experience in the storage industry plus a bachelor's degree is a preferred combination.
• Experience with on line help is definitely a plus for this particular position.

Education: College degree required.

Please send resume to amontijo@comsys.com asap.

11/18/2004 
Job #961
Direct

Filled

Documentation Manager 

The Information Development group develops content for PeopleSoft documentation and training materials. The Install & Upgrade manager manages development of all documentation and curriculum information deliverables for Install & Upgrade for PeopleSoft applications. Develop and manage a team of information developers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Recruit, develop, and motivate technical/functional information developers (writers and instructional developers). Work closely with the group members to achieve their goals and offer ad hoc support when needed.
• Establish good working relationships with Product Development and other stakeholders to define documentation and curriculum goals and
  deliverables, and to solve documentation-related problems.
• Develop and maintain good working relationships with Language Services, responsible for editing and production, the maintainer of information development standards, layouts, and tools. Take part in development and implementation within the group of new guidelines and standards.
• Assist the manager with the development of vision, strategy, business, and project plans.
• Track development against project schedules; meet deadlines and deliver high quality products. Organize release-specific duties. Work with other departments to facilitate the coordination of documentation for release.
• Organize release cycle processes.
• Understand standards, guidelines, and tools and technical skills used by/needed by Information Development.

Essential Knowledge and Skills

• BS/BA or work experience in related field
• 4+ years experience as a Documentation/Curriculum Development Specialist
• 4+ years experience managing employees and complex projects

Technical Knowledge and Skills

• Preferred software proficiency: Microsoft Word, Microsoft Project, Folio, Visio, Documentum, Arbortext Epic Editor; on-line publishing software, client/server technology, and application software.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively cross-functionally
• Outstanding project management skills
• Excellent technical skills
• Outstanding time management skills
• Adept at handling multiple priorities

Contact: Melissa
Email: techwrterjob@yahoo.com

11/18/2004 
Job #960
Direct

Senior Copywriter (2 positions) 
Boulder, CO
Salary: $65,000-$75,000

Our client seeks a well-seasoned marketing copywriter with a solid technical background in enterprise software and hardware, telecommunications, etc. You would be responsible for creating content for a wide variety of marketing deliverables including white papers, case studies, application briefs, brochures, direct mail, multimedia, websites, etc. B2B experience is required. The ability to handle multiple projects under tight deadlines is also required. 

If interested, please send resumes to staffing@writingassist.com. I also need 3 references and sample of your work, specifically high-tech, B2B.

11/16/2004 
Job #959
Contract

Filled

Technical Writer 

Prevalent Software, Inc., a developer of Web-based document and data capture products, is seeking an experienced contract technical writer for a 3-month assignment. The assignment may be extended and/or lead to a direct-hire position at Prevalent. The writer will work on a small team to produce software documentation for end users and administrators.

Desired Qualifications:

The successful candidate will have 2-5 years of technical writing experience. The candidate must have the ability to ramp-up quickly, produce high-quality work with minimal supervision, and regularly meet deadlines. 

The candidate must be comfortable authoring in HTML and must be an expert Microsoft Word user. Experience with document imaging technology, character recognition software, and/or business process automation systems is preferred, though not required.

The work will be performed primarily off-site. A candidate that is located near the Colorado Springs area is preferred.

For consideration, send resume with cover letter to:

Aaron Brown
Prevalent Software, Inc.
7222 Commerce Center Drive. Suite 104
Colorado Springs, CO 80919
(fax) 719.268.1891 
abrown@prevasoft.com

11/15/2004 
Job #958
Contract

Filled

Technical Writer and/or Instructional Designer

Experience: 

Two or more years experience in technical writing and/or instructional design for complex subject matter, preferably in a software applications environment.

Description: 

Develop documentation or curriculum for PeopleSoft enterprise applications, working from source materials provided by software
development teams. PeopleSoft documentation or curriculum based on input from software development teams.

Skills: 

• B.A./B.S. or equivalent work experience. 
• Ability to learn and analyze database/enterprise application software.
• Strong writing, verbal, and interpersonal skills. 
• Experience with Arbortext Epic Editor and/or XML, Documentum a plus. 
• Knowledge of Enterprise software or Java, a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects.

In your email list any additional technical or documentation software skills. 

Company Name: PeopleSoft
City: Denver
State/Province: Colorado
Country:USA

Contact Information
Contact Name: Melissa
E-mail: techwrterjob@yahoo.com

11/9/2004 
Job #957
Direct

Filled

Web Marketing Coordinator

As a member of Interweave’s web marketing team, the coordinator will be responsible for website maintenance, assembling web pages, and providing customer service to internal and external customers. Tasks include performing scheduled updates, tracking future content, executing site improvements; responding to technical and content questions, managing registration of website members and reader advisory panel members, and writing marketing copy.

Strong written and verbal skills are essential, as is knowledge of web standards for layout and design. Knowledge of Dreamweaver MX and Windows operating system is fundamental to the position, as is the ability to prioritize tasks and schedule workflow. The candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 2 years web experience. Knowledge of or interest in the craft market is a strong asset.

This position is full-time (40 hours per week), and the successful applicants must be willing to work in our Loveland, Colorado office. No telecommuters will be considered.

To apply, send resume as a Word document to:

Suzanne DeAtley
Human Resources Director
Interweave Press
201 E. Fourth St.
Loveland, CO 80537 

For more information or questions, e-mail Suzanne DeAtley at SuzanneD@interweave.com.

11/9/2004 
Job #956
Direct/Temporary

Technical Editor/Quality Assurance Technician (3 positions)

Lipper Inc., a Reuters company, is a global leader in financial information and news.  We currently have three available positions for direct temporary employees  (approximately December 2004 - May 2005).

Job Description: Enhances publications and reports by proofreading, fact checking, and copyediting during the production process to ensure that the final product is accurate, professional, and of the highest quality.

Requirements

• At least two plus years of previous experience in a work area that required and developed knowledge of grammar, spelling, punctuation, and basic knowledge of financial presentation concepts and arithmetic.  
• Strong written and oral communication skills required in a teamwork setting.  
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills and attention to detail required to fulfill the job responsibilities.
• Ability to manage production processes and flexibility to handle frequently changing deadlines.  
• BA degree in English, journalism, communications, or related field, or equivalent work experience required.  
• Heavy overtime required from approximately January through May.

Salary Range:  $13 - $16 per hour commensurate with experience.

Location: Downtown Denver

Submission Deadline:  November 30, 2004

Email resumes to (no calls or faxes please) to peter.ormsbee@lipper.reuters.com.

11/9/2004 
Job #955
Direct

Filled

Junior Technical Writer
Archon Technologies, Inc., Englewood CO ( DTC )

Job Description: Growing software development firm seeks Junior Technical Writer to update software user documentation with release changes, verify documentation accuracy, and ensure that documentation adheres to corporate style guide. Position will eventually expand, requiring the writer to take on additional responsibilities including learning custom software and authoring technical documentation from scratch.

This is a good opportunity to work with an experienced technical writer to develop your natural talent and hone your skills as a professional technical writer. This is an entry-level position.

Requirements:

• Less than one year of experience working professionally as a Technical Writer.

• Formal education or training in Technical Communication.

• Bachelor's degree. (Could possibly start as an intern if less than one year of college remains.)

• Demonstrated writing ability.

• Solid understanding of technical writing, technical editing, and document design.

• Drive and ability to learn new software tools quickly.

• Ability to work well independently and know when to ask for help.

Contact : If you meet each of these requirements and are interested in this position, please send your resume to Angela Estes Rank by email at arank@archon-tech.com. Archon Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

11/1/2004 
Job #954
Direct

Documentation Specialist
Petroleum Place, Inc.
Downtown Denver

Petroleum Place, Inc. is a leading provider of integrated enterprise resource planning (ERP) solutions that address the specific integrated financial accounting and property management needs of exploration and production companies worldwide. 

P2 Energy Solutions, Inc., a Petroleum Place company, is currently looking for an experienced Documentation Specialist for our Denver office. This position will create, review, and edit hardcopy and online-help user documentations for P2ES applications. Duties also include but are not limited to reviewing graphical user interfaces to ensure compliance with P2ES user interface (UI) standards and compiling the user documentation with the assistance of the subject matter experts. Qualified candidates should have a Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in English, Journalism, Technical Writing or 4+ years experience as a Technical Writer in the computer software development industry. 

Position Responsibilities:

• Ability to prioritize assignments and time management skills to meet deadlines under pressure.
• Maintain existing online documentation.
• Utilize source code control systems to store documentation.
• Implementation of P2ES documentation standards and style sheets.
• Update and revise standards and style sheets, as needed.
• Maintain and migrate documentation.
• Create documentation project estimates and schedules in MS Project.
• Assist with the generation of user training material.
• Recognize and document defects and enhancements in issue tracking system.
• Participate in weekly user education meetings.
• Provide continuous feedback to improve on P2ES software development process. 
• Ensure grammar and punctuation is correct.

Special Skills/Competencies:

• Two years Technical Writing in a professional software development environment.
• Reviewing graphical user interfaces
• Knowledge of oil & gas land applications a plus
• Detail oriented and ability to perform repetitive tasks
• Experience with the documentation development process
• Advanced computer skills including MS Word and experience with help authorizing tools
• Be a team player
• Able to meet deadlines and take ownership of projects 
• High standards for quality and concern for the end-user
• Ability to work with minimum supervision.

Candidate must be flexible, customer service oriented, and possess good organizational skills. Must also be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Please send resumes and salary requirements (referencing Job 15-04) to hr@p2es.com or via fax to 303-390-9326.

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. 

10/30/2004 
Job #953
Direct

CIRES/NSIDC Technical Writer 

The National Snow and Ice Data Center (NSIDC), http://nsidc.org, of the Cooperative Institute for Research in Environmental Sciences (CIRES) at the University of Colorado at Boulder, serves as a national information and referral center in support of snow and ice research.

The Technical Writer is primarily responsible for developing data set 
documentation describing remotely sensed and in-situ data holdings and associated instrumentation, algorithms, and processing. Also responsible for writing and editing pieces for the NSIDC web site and other publications for a wide variety of audiences. Qualified individual is 
required to understand technical and scientific concepts about the data sets. See complete job description at http://nsidc.org/about/jobs.html.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in technical writing, geosciences, journalism, or a 
  related field; or equivalent
• Knowledge and experience in earth science
• Composition in HTML and general World Wide Web-based publishing
• Strong writing and composition experience
• Familiarity with Chicago style guide
• Familiarity with a range of HTML, graphics, and desktop publishing 
  software, such as Dreamweaver, HomeSite, Quark Xpress, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Adobe Acrobat Writer, etc.
• Ability to meet deadlines with minimal supervision
• Demonstrated writing ability as evidenced by relevant clips

The position will be filled as an Associate Scientist of appropriate 
level within CIRES and as a Professional Research Assistant at the  University of Colorado at Boulder and will be eligible for employee 
benefits, including 22 days of vacation per year and an excellent 
savings plan. No relocation and no visa assistance are available for 
this position. To apply, email jobs@cires.colorado.edu , mail, or fax 
(303.492.1149), a letter of interest, full resume, salary history, list 
of three references, and clips (non-returnable work samples or links) to:

CIRES Human Resources
Job Code NSIDC-26
216 UCB
Boulder, CO 80309-0216

The University of Colorado at Boulder is committed to diversity and 
equality in education and employment.

10/28/2004 
Job #952
Direct

Technical Writer - 6 positions
1-year, temporary assignments
hourly rate: $18 - $22 per hour
Colorado Springs

Aerotek is looking for 6 Technical Writers for the Colorado Springs area!

Job Description: 

Ability to research, interview engineering staff, and compile technical information for the development of technical manuals. Ability to write U.S. military technical manuals in accordance with mil-standards and program contracts. Proven experience writing hardware test and maintenance procedures required. Desire to be a team player- working with technical writers, editors, illustrators, and engineering staff is essential. Applicant must be willing to comply with a customer-supplied style guide and boilerplate template to produce documentation that fully complies with the customer’s specifications. Ability to work with minimal supervision is essential. Samples of documentation required for the interview. 

Preferred: 

• BA in English, Technical Communications, Technical Writing and/or an Engineering Discipline
• Experience in working with mil-standards.

For consideration for these positions please contact Cory Swindle at cswindle@aerotek.com with your resume as soon as possible. Thank you and good luck!

10/27/2004 
Job #951
Direct

Technical Writer

Ajilon Consulting has an opening for a Technical Writer in Broomfield. This position is full time with Ajilon Consulting on site at client site. The position is on a contract and will pay around 25/hr. 

Required qualifications: Strong background in technical writing, telecommunications is a must. Self-starter with some telecom, networking, or service activation experience. Prefer candidate with a business and/or operational background. Must have expert level experience with Word. General GO environment. Telecommunications, Voice and SoftSwitch Services. 

Please send resumes to stephanie.head@ajilon.com.

10/26/2004 
Job #950
Contract

Filled

Technical Writer

IHS Energy, a leading provider of Exploration and Production data, information, software, training and consulting for the Oil and Gas industry, is seeking a Technical Writer for a short-term assignment (3-4 weeks) in Englewood, Co.

The successful candidate must be an expert at Microsoft Word. The candidate should have experience producing hard-copy documentation and the ability to simplify technical information for the end user.

Job Description:

The candidate will be working on three separate documents. Content will be leveraged off existing documentation, although some additional writing will be necessary. All work will be done onsite.

For consideration for this position, please send your resume to Cynthia Arbuckle at cynthia.arbuckle@ihsenergy.com as soon as possible.

10/22/2004 
Job #949
Direct

Technical Writer - 6 positions
1-year, temporary assignments
hourly rate: $20 - $22 per hour
Colorado Springs

Skills:

• Ability to research, interview engineering staff, and compile technical information for the development of technical manuals. 
• Ability to write U.S. military technical manuals in accordance with mil-standards and program contracts. 
• Proven experience writing hardware test and maintenance procedures required. 
• Desire to be a team player - working with technical writers, editors, illustrators, and engineering staff - is essential. 
• Applicant must be willing to comply with a customer-supplied style guide and boilerplate template to produce documentation that fully complies with the customer's specifications - no deviations are allowed. 
• Ability to work with minimal supervision is essential. 
• Samples of documentation required for the interview.
• SATCOM background is an added plus.
• MS Office products and ArborText Epic and XML experience is a plus.

Please send resume to Anna Montijo at amontijo@comsys.com asap.

10/4/2004 
Job #948
Direct

Technical Writer
Englewood, CO, United States

The candidate will be responsible for the design and development of product manuals, training materials and other product related materials. This position reports to the Product Release Manager and will work directly with the product team.

• 5 years in the technical writing discipline
• 2 years of experience in the development of materials for software applications
• Proven writing skills
• BS or BA required

Jessica Touchard
GeoSearch, Inc.
PO Box 60789
Colorado Springs, CO  80960
719-575-9100 x2
FAX 719-632-7722
jessica@geosearch.com
www.geosearch.com
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