Technical Writer Supporting the ATF

Description:

Be a part of the nationwide law enforcement initiative that removes the tools of crime from criminal organizations, depriving wrongdoers of proceeds from their crime and impacting the infrastructure of criminal enterprises.

Allied Government Solutions, Inc. is an SBA HUBZone-certified, woman-owned small business, focused on finding the most effective solutions to the multiple challenges facing government agencies and all companies engaged in government contracting. Our experts possess extensive knowledge and experience in business process management, operations consulting and meeting surge-related demands in a proficient and timely manner. We currently have a vacancy for a Technical Writer. In this role, you will be supporting the overall mission of The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF).

Responsibilities

• Writes, and edits material that is mostly standardized for reports, manuals, briefs, proposals, instruction books, catalogs, and related technical and administrative publications concerned with work methods and procedures, and installation, operation, and maintenance of machinery and other equipment.
• To determine procedures and details, observes production, developmental, and experimental activities. To become familiar with product technologies and production, may conduct interviews, as well as conducts related research.
• Organizes research material and completes writing assignments according to set standards regarding order, clarity, conciseness, style, and terminology.
• Reviews published materials and recommends revisions or changes in scope, format, content, and methods of reproduction and binding.
• Studies blueprints, sketches, drawings, parts lists, specifications, mockups, and product samples to become familiar with technology, operating procedures, and production sequence and details.
• Scans/types articles and prepares documents for internet posting.
• Maintains records and files of work and revisions.
• Selects photographs, drawings sketches, diagrams, and charts to illustrate material, as well as assists in laying out material for publication and working with production to complete projects.
• Schedules typing, duplication, and distribution of material.
• Writes speeches, articles, and public or employee relations releases.
• Makes changes to material prepared by others.
• Specializes in writing material related to work methods and procedures.
• Delivers/distributes print jobs to printing and budget offices.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Undergraduate Degree in English, Journalism, Communications, or related field, or High School Diploma/GED and two years additional experience
• 5 years' experience editing or proofreading
• Ability to grasp and understand the organization and functions of the customer
• Demonstratable project and workload management skills; strong attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills; oral and written
• Intermediate skills with the Microsoft Office suite of applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and other common software applications and databases, knowledge of desktop publishing or graphics programs preferred
• Proven commitment and expertise to provide excellent customer service; positive and flexible
• Ability to work in a team environment and maintain a professional disposition

This position requires U.S. Citizenship and a 7 (or 10) year minimum background investigation

Agency Overview

The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) mission is to enforce the federal laws and regulations relating to alcohol, tobacco, firearms, explosives, and arson by working directly and in cooperation with other federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies. ATF has the authority to seize and forfeit firearms, ammunition, explosives, alcohol, tobacco, currency, conveyances, and certain real property involved in violation of law.

Benefits Overview

At Allied Government Solutions (AGS), we recognize the diverse needs of our employees and strive to provide an excellent package to help meet those needs. Comprehensive benefits are offered with greater choice and flexibility to support your health, work-life balance, and professional growth. A package providing employee only coverage can be built around our basic plans at $0 employee cost for: Medical, Dental, Vision, Term Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Employee Assistance Program.

Telework Eligibility:

This position is not currently approved for telework and requires work to be performed onsite

Hiring Entity

AGS