TDCJ - Technical Writer I - Curriculum

Texas Department Of Criminal Justice; Huntsville (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Department Of Criminal Justice seeks a mid-level Technical Writer I to support parole training curriculum. The role involves composing, organizing, editing, and formatting lesson plans, presentations, and instructional materials, and verifying content with subject matter experts.

You will track revisions, update materials per standards, assist in developing new curriculum components, participate in annual curriculum reviews, and ensure materials are current, clear, and aligned with program

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 2+ years of technical program support, technical/research writing, report writing, or policy and procedure writing experience.

Responsibilities

• Composing, organizing, editing, and formatting lesson plans, presentations, and related instructional materials.
• Verifying accuracy and relevance of content through collaboration with subject matter experts.
• Tracking document revisions and updating materials per established standards.
• Assisting with development of new curriculum components.
• Participating in annual curriculum review processes and ensuring materials remain current and properly maintained.

Skills

Technical writing

Editing

Formatting

Education

Bachelor's degree

Business Administration/Criminal Justice/English major

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Duties

Job Duties:This position performs mid-level technical writing work that supports curriculum development for parole training. Key responsibilities include composing, organizing, editing, and formatting lesson plans, presentations, and related instructional materials, and verifying the accuracy and relevance of content through collaboration with subject matter experts. The role requires tracking document revisions, updating materials in accordance with established standards, and assisting with the development of new curriculum components. Additional duties involve participating in annual curriculum review processes and ensuring documents remain current, organized, and properly maintained. This position ensures parole training materials are clear, accurate, and aligned with program requirements.

You'd be a GOOD fit if:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
• 2+ years of technical program support, technical/research writing, report writing, or policy and procedure writing experienc

You'd be a GREAT fit if:

• Degree with major coursework in Business Administration, Criminal Justice, or English
• Computer operations experience, including Microsoft Office Suite
• Criminal justice experience

Technical Writer I Additional Information:

Travel None - Position may make day trips, but no overnight trips Work Site Visits No Study Material No Pre-Service Training Academy Required No Hazardous Duty/Longevity Position Longevity

Outside Applicants

Outside applicants will be required to submit to pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment.

Contact Information

Contact Information: Questions concerning this Questions concerning the applicationposition can be directed to: process can be directed to: William Griffin Kathy ChandonettHiring Manager OR Human Resources512-465-5165 [e-mail] [e-mail]

Important Note to the Candidate

Important Note to the Candidate:Military PreferenceTo receive MILITARY PREFERENCE, you are required to provide proof by attaching the necessary documentation to this job application.Military Occupation Specialty Codeshttps://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptionsClick on the occupational category for the position.Additional MOS can be found at the State Auditor's Office, Military Crosswalk Guide.The Texas Veterans Commission provides helpful employment information. Go to: http://www.texasskillstowork.com, http://www.onetonline.org, https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions/ or www.careeronestop.org for assistance translating your military experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications/requirements and skill sets.

Applications submitted through Work in Texas

Applications submitted through Work in TexasWork In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete supplemental questions to be considered for the position.

Eligibility

EligibilityAn applicant must be eligible to work in the United States and must remain eligible, without sponsorship or any assurance of financial or other assistance from this agency, during the term of their employment.

EEO Statement

EEO Statement:The State of Texas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services. You may make copies of this application and enter different position titles, but each copy must be signed. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of applications, unless specifically stated in the job vacancy notice.