Technical Writer, Associate

Sdccdjobs; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Sdccdjobs is seeking a grant writer in San Diego, California. The role involves developing and writing grants, contracts, and proposals. The ideal candidate should possess strong technical writing abilities and experience in an educational context.

The successful applicant will be required to communicate effectively with project participants, manage documentation, and adhere to specific guidelines for each project. Knowledge of English grammar and technical writing techniques is essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of technical writing procedures and techniques.
• Ability to develop, write, and edit technical documents.
• Experience in technical writing for educational institutions.

Responsibilities

• Write grants, contracts, proposals, and reports.
• Interview experts and conduct research.
• Maintain records and perform edits on documents.

Skills

Technical writing

Interviewing techniques

Record-keeping

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Job description

The Position

Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, research, develop, and write grants, contracts, proposals, and reports in accordance with specific instructions and requirements; provide rough draft, revisions, and final copy.

Major Responsibilities

• Develop and write grants, contracts, proposals, and reports.
• Interview subject experts and perform research to become familiar with project.
• Organize material and complete writing assignment according to set standards regarding order, clarity, conciseness, style, and terminology.
• Provide rough draft, revisions, and final copy.
• Maintain records and files of work and revisions.
• Edit, standardize, or make changes to material prepared by other writers.
• Assist in laying out material for publication.

Qualifications

Knowledge of technical writing procedures and techniques; interviewing techniques; record-keeping techniques; and correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary. Ability to develop, write, and edit a wide variety of technical documents; communicate effectively with staff and project participants; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; demonstrate interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy. Experience in technical writing and/or writing for an educational institution.

Desired Qualifications

Working Conditions

Varies by assignment.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Conditions of Employment:

Selected candidate is required to complete the following prior to employment: provide a Certificate of Tuberculosis Exam for initial appointment (certificate must be renewed every 4 years as a condition of continuing employment); have fingerprints taken by a Live Scan at the district’s expense (clearance must be received prior to first day of employment); and present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk.

• How did you learn of this Employment Opportunity?
• California Comm College Registry
• San Diego Equality Business Assoc
• ZipRecruiter
• EDJOIN
• Academic Keys
• Indeed
• HBCU Connect
• Diverse: Issues in Higher Ed
• CalJOBS
• Community College Job Network
• ACCCA
• Community College Jobs
• Veterans in Higher Education
• HigherEdJobs
• CC Jobs Now
• Disabled in Higher Ed
• Inside Higher Ed
• If other, please list below.
• If other, please specify. (Open Ended Question)
• Yes
• No
• If yes, please enter your employee ID: (Open Ended Question)
• Please describe your experience, knowledge, and skills that you feel qualifies you to work in this position. (Open Ended Question)
• The San Diego Community College District has a very diverse student, faculty and classified professional population with respect to academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation and ethnic backgrounds. Describe your professional development, community involvement, and professional experience working with these diverse groups. (Open Ended Question)

Required Documents

Required Documents

Optional Documents

Optional Documents

• Résumé