Technical Writer

Speridian Technologies; Golden (CO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Speridian Technologies is urgently seeking a Technical Writer Consultant for a 4-month project to standardize and ensure accessibility compliance for 300 internal job aids. Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong writing skills, a meticulous approach to editing, and familiarity with digital accessibility standards. The role is part of a dedicated team focused on enhancing technical resources for staff training and success.

Qualifications

• Experience updating or editing instructional or technical content preferred.
• Familiarity with plain language best practices.
• Interest in training, adult learning, or IT education environments.

Responsibilities

• Standardize existing content into Microsoft Word templates.
• Conduct accessibility checks for clarity and compliance.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to clarify content.

Skills

Strong writing and editing skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Word and document formatting

Familiarity with digital accessibility principles (Section 508, WCAG 2.1)

Experience using Adobe Acrobat Pro

Ability to follow templates and content guidelines

Strong time management and organizational skills

Clear written and verbal communication

Tools

Adobe Acrobat Pro

Microsoft Word

SharePoint

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Recruitment Specialist at Speridian Technologies

Urgent Client Need!

Job Title: Technical Writer Consultant

Duration: 4 Months.

Pay Rate: $_32__/hr on W2 (Without Benefits) or $__34_/hr on C2C

Candidate Must Be Local.

Job Description & Position Summary:-

• We’re seeking a detail-oriented Technical Writer to support a county-wide effort to update and standardize approximately 300 internal job aids.
• This project focuses on applying a new document template, ensuring content clarity, and validating accessibility compliance.
• The role is perfect for someone who enjoys making technical content clean, consistent, and user-friendly—and is passionate about inclusive design.

Key Responsibilities:-

• Apply existing content into standardized Microsoft Word templates
• Edit job aids for clarity, consistency, and plain language
• Conduct accessibility checks (e.g., heading hierarchy, alt text, contrast)
• Collaborate with subject matter experts (SMEs) to clarify content and apply revisions
• Finalize documents and prepare for SharePoint publishing
• Track and report document status and progress

Required Skills and Experience:-

• Strong writing and editing skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and document formatting
• Familiarity with digital accessibility principles (Section 508, WCAG 2.1)
• Experience using Adobe Acrobat Pro to validate accessibility in exported PDFs, including use of the Accessibility Checker, Tags panel, and Reading Order tools
• Ability to follow templates and content guidelines with high attention to detail
• Basic experience using screen readers or assistive tech for accessibility checks
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Clear written and verbal communication

Preferred Qualifications:-

• Experience updating or editing instructional or technical content (e.g., job aids, user guides, Standard Operating Procedures)
• Familiarity with plain language best practices
• Experience working with cross-functional teams or subject matter experts
• Knowledge of SharePoint or document publishing workflows
• Experience with Common Look or other advanced PDF accessibility tools
• Understanding of PDF tagging and remediation workflows using Adobe Acrobat Pro
• Interest in training, adult learning, or IT education environments

About the Team:-

• This role is part of the Training & Communications Team in Business Innovation & Technology (BIT) department.
• We’re a collaborative, mission-driven team dedicated to helping staff learn and succeed through accessible, well-designed technical resources.
• This project is part of a broader initiative to improve our employees access and use technology tools across the organization.

Thanks and Regards,

Harish

9201 Corporate Blvd. Rockville, MD 20850

O: [phone]

[e-mail] | www.speridian.com

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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