Technical Writer-Editor

DLA Careers; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 111,000 - 144,000; Full time

Job summary

Defense Logistics Agency seeks a Technical Writer-Editor to lead writing and editing of defense data standards, manuals, and related documentation. The role spans creating clear technical content, coordinating with analysts, and ensuring consistency and accessibility across publications.

You will manage schedules, templates, and workflows while collaborating with governance bodies to maintain data integrity and interoperability.

Qualifications

• One year of specialized experience in translating complex logistics concepts into clear publications.
• Experience designing enterprise publication workflows and style guides.
• Ability to ensure compliance with agency writing standards and 508 accessibility.

Responsibilities

• Serve as principal writer and editor for DEDSO technical products.
• Prepare briefing materials, infographics, and quick-reference guides for stakeholders.
• Maintain version control and audit trails for published materials.

Skills

Technical writing

Editing

Documentation

Policy and standards

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Tools

CMS

Templates

Word processing (MS Word)

Job description

Summary

See below for important information regarding this job.

• Battle Creek, MI-$106,437- $138,370
• Fort Belvoir, VA-$121,785- $158,322
• Hill AFB, UT-$106,437- $138,370
• New Cumberland Defense Logistics Center, PA-$121,785- $158,322
• Philadelphia, PA-$117,284- $152,471
• Richmond, VA-$111,183- $144,540
• Whitehall, OH-$111,065- $144,386
• Wright-Patterson AFB, OH-$110,401- $143,523

Duties

• Serves as principal writer and editor for Defense Enterprise Data Standards Office (DEDSO) technical products...
• ...including Defense Logistics Management Standards (DLMS) manuals, data standards documentation, governance guidance, and associated reference materials.
• Supports development of clear technical documentation for business rules, data element definitions, mappings, and crosswalks, as well as technical bulletins, white papers, and implementation guides.
• Reviews and edits draft materials from analysts and subject matter experts to ensure grammatical accuracy, style and formatting consistency, Section 508 accessibility, and compliance with DEDSO, and DoW writing standards.
• Plans and manages document development schedules in coordination with analysts and leadership to ensure the timely publication of updates to standards and procedures.
• Maintains version control and audit trails for all published materials, ensuring adherence to Records Management policies and that revisions are documented, approved, and effectively communicated to end users.
• Designs templates, style guides, and workflows to support enterprise documentation needs.
• Structuring content for digital platforms, search tools, and emerging AI technologies while standardizing internal workflows and capturing institutional knowledge to facilitate seamless operational handoffs.
• Prepares briefing materials, infographics, and quick-reference guides to translate complex data standards concepts for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Participates in integrated working groups and project reviews alongside analysts, system owners, and governance bodies to support DEDSO and DoW data integrity and interoperability.
• Evaluates, implements, and maintains collaborative authoring tools and shared workspaces, conducting training to build team self-sufficiency in basic drafting and template compliance.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Tour of Duty: Set Schedule
• Security Requirements: Non-Critical Sensitive
• Appointment is subject to the completion of a favorable suitability or fitness determination, where reciprocity cannot be applied; unfavorably adjudicated background checks will be grounds for removal.
• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt
• Selective Service Requirement: Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service.
• Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
• Bargaining Unit Status: No
• Selectees are required to have a REAL ID or other acceptable identification documents to access certain federal facilities. See https://www.tsa.gov/real-id for more information.

Qualifications

To qualify for a Technical Writer-Editor, your resume and supporting documentation must support:

• Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience that equipped you with the particular competencies to successfully perform the duties of the position and is directly in or related to this position. To qualify at the GS- 13 level, applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level or equivalent under other pay systems in the Federal service, military, or private sector. Applicants must meet eligibility

requirements including minimum qualifications, and any other regulatory requirements by the cut-off/closing date of the announcement.

Creditable Specialized Experience Includes

• Translating intricate logistics data concepts, system requirements, and policy updates into clear briefing materials, executive summaries, policy documents, and quick-reference guides; and participating in integrated working groups and project reviews to align documentation with operational requirements and enterprise interoperability goals.
• Designing enterprise publication workflows, master style guides, and digital templates; managing rigorous document version control, audit trails, and Records Management compliance; and structuring technical content for digital platforms, search tools, and advanced knowledge management systems.
• Reviewing, evaluating, and consolidating technical input from logistics analysts, IT/system owners, and subject matter experts; ensuring strict compliance with agency writing standards and compliance requirements, technical terminology, and style guidelines; and resolving complex documentation inconsistencies.
• Researching, authoring, editing, and maintaining complex enterprise logistics manuals, data standards documentation, business rules, white papers, and implementation guides.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

To be considered a well-qualified ICTAP Applicant must possess: Translates complex technical concepts into clear, compliant, and audience-appropriate publications.Designs documentation strategies and manages complex layouts, visuals, and web/multimedia integration. Utilizes advanced CMS, collaborative platforms, and data visualization software to publish authoritative assets. Leads cross-functional discussions with senior stakeholders to draft enterprise standards and policies.

Education

Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.

Additional information

• 302.106, DLA will provide Section 508 conformant ICT to employees with disabilities. All ICT interfaces with the public related to vacancy announcements and career transition opportunities must conform to the applicable requirements in the current ICT Standards and Guidelines (36 C.F.R.
• 1194).

For Important General Applicant Information and Definitions go to:

http://www.dla.mil/portals/104/documents/careers/GenAppInfoDef.pdf

Reemployed Annuitants:

This position does not meet criteria for appointment of Reemployed Annuitants. The DoD criteria for hiring Reemployed Annuitants can be found at: https://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/140025/140025_vol300.PDF

Drug-Free Workplace Policy

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) is committed to maintaining a safe, drug‑free workplace. All DLA employees are required to refrain from illegal drug use on and off duty. DLA conducts pre‑employment, reasonable suspicion, post‑accident, and random drug testing.
Applicants tentatively selected for employment in testing designated positions will undergo a urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Refusal to undergo testing or testing positive for illegal drugs will result in withdrawal of the tentative job offer and a six‑month denial of employment with DLA from the date of the drug test. Employees in drug testing designated positions are subject to random drug testing. A negative drug test result must be received by HR within 30 calendar days after the EOD (i.e., start date). The selectee's inability successfully pass; or refusal to conduct the test may result in: 1) the tentative or FJO being withdrawn during the recruitment process; or 2) subsequently being removed from Federal service for failure to meet a condition of employment. You may be required to sign a "Drug Test Statement of Understanding" if you are selected for this position.
The DLA drug testing panel tests for the following substances: marijuana, cocaine, opiates, heroin, phencyclidine, amphetamines, methamphetamines, fentanyl, norfentanyl, methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA), methylenedioxyamphetamine (MDA), and opioids.
ADVISORY: Use of cannabidiol (CBD) products may result in a positive drug test for marijuana. DLA employees are subject to Federal law and under Federal law, Marijuana is illegal

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