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Last Page Update: Sunday, April 6 2008

Archived job postings: July - September 2007

This page contains job postings listed on the Rocky Mountain Chapter's job line from July - September 2007.

See the current job postings page for jobs posted during the current quarter. For an historical (perhaps even hysterical) perspective, visit the archived jobs pages.

9/26/2007
Job #1373
Permanent

Manager, Technical Publications
Company: Frontier Airlines
Location: Denver, CO

• Maintain a high level of expertise and keep current with all publication, print production and distribution technologies needed to meet the goals of the Department in a timely and cost efficient manner.
• Provide for the establishment and maintenance of documents and manuals, describing the policies, procedures, and practices (Frontier Command Media) for the use and guidance of operational organizations (e.g. Flight Operations, In-Flight, Station Operations and Customer Service, Maintenance and Engineering, etc.) Provide publications to oversight agencies in an acceptable form as directed by Director of Aviation Safety & Security. Support at a corporate level that Technical Publications is a customer focused department, and provide a full range of services to the airline’s subject matter experts to prepare new programs and revise existing programs in a fully coordinated, accurate and timely fashion.
• Provide for an independent assessment of the construction, style and format of operational manuals. Ensure all manuals and their contents, meet the requirements of various oversight agencies (e.g. FAA-ATOS/System Safety/Regulatory Compliance) and working with other Frontier Organizations, develop and maintain manual revision service, distribution and availability.
• Interact directly with the FAA, and follow corporate protocol to respond in a timely manner with regulatory concerns.

• Implement and maintain document control systems and fully understand how to use hardware and software systems for the production of documents and manuals, their presentation, printing and distribution. Responsible for the technical content, deployment, use, and enforcement of the Document Control Procedures. (40%)
• Provide direction and support to the management of operational organizations in the creation of a system of manuals which meet company objectives. (10%)
• Identify system deficiencies; prepare immediate corrective action plan and follow-up to evaluate changes. (10%)
• Take immediate and positive corrective action when system deficiencies are found and make changes to the Technical Publications processes based on their performance. (10%)
• Maintain performance metrics indicating Technical Publications' ability to meet its internal requirements and the requirements of its customers. (10%)
• Manage manual interfaces among operational groups. (10%)
• Establish and maintain a Document Recovery plan utilizing off-site back-up, tapes, drives, etc. (5%)
• Identify, quantify and secure resources needed to ensure the department can complete its assigned tasks. (5%)

• Take initiative to create and revise the command media as needed to support corporate goals and report issues to the Director of Aviation Safety and Security.
• There will be 10-15 employees reporting to this position including Supervisor, Technical Writers and Editors.

• Advanced knowledge of publishing software (e.g. Framemaker, Documentum).
• 3-5 years experience with manual and document production and distribution processes.
• 2-5 years experience working in Airline Industry.
• Experience in managing the change control ramifications of complex projects.
• 3-5 years Supervisory/Management experience.
• Excellent computer literacy, both hardware and software.
• College degree or equivalent related experience.

• Experience managing publishing systems
• Operating knowledge of airline organizations and their requirements is essential
• Managerial skills in organization and project coordination
• Experience as a project manager.

• Basic office machines (e.g. PC, fax, copier, etc)
• Basic presentation equipment (e.g. vu-graphs, flip charts,etc.)

9/26/2007
Job #1372
Direct Hire

Technical Writer
Company: Rally Software
Location: Boulder, CO

• Write and edit deliverables including but not limited to:
  • Online Help
  • Content Sensitive Help
  • User Guides
  • Installation Guides
  • Administration Guides
  • Release Notes
• Develop and/or capture layouts, graphics, drawings, tables, exhibits, illustrations, charts, etc. to enhance and/or clarify deliverable contents.
• Work as an integral part of Agile development teams on a daily basis to ensure documentation deliverables are met.
• Conduct interviews with subject matter experts to gather necessary information and materials.
• Organize and write assigned technical material using various tools.
• Maintain established Technical Publication standards with respect to order, style, terminology, and sequencing.
• Assist with other aspects of the technical deliverable process as necessary.
• Other related duties as assigned.

• A minimum of 5 years' experience in software technical writing.
• Excellent writing, communication, and content presentation skills.
• Clear concise writing style with excellent grammar, punctuation and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-deliverable, time-sensitive environment with demonstrated ability to complete writing projects on time.
• Must track own progress to complete documentation for software releases.
• Experience with standard Technical Publication and multimedia tools of choice including but not limited to:
• RoboHelp
• Dreamweaver
• MS Word
• RoboDemo
• Knowledge of HTML, XML and multimedia technologies to create online help.
• Experience in an Agile or XP environment a plus.
• Bachelor's degree in Technical Publications, English, Communications, or a similarly related technical field required. Master's degree a plus.

9/25/2007
Job #1371
Direct, full-time

Technical Writer
Company: Vertis Communications
Location: Boulder, CO

• Typically has 10 years experience authoring technical documentation for electronic output.
• Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Technical Writing or equivalent.
• Demonstrated understanding of web technologies, functionality and design.
• Exceptional written and verbal English language skills, including editing, proofreading and presentations.
• Demonstrated ability to document complex technical systems and processes and translate them for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Experience using Adobe FrameMaker, Microsoft Word and Microsoft PowerPoint.
• Demonstrated ability to create layouts that are attractive as well as communicative.
• Proven ability to interact effectively with analysts, developers and support personnel when developing specifications and end-user documentation.
• Demonstrated organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to work with little or no supervision.

9/24/2007
Job #1370
Contract(?)

Document Reviewer for 30 page document   - POSITION FILLED
Company: Colorado Nonprofit Association
Location: Denver, CO

• how much it will cost
• how soon it can be completed

9/24/2007
Job #1369
Full-time, onsite

Technical/Web Writer
Company: NSIDC
Location: Boulder, CO

9/5/2007
Job #1368
Contact - Agency Employee

Technical Writer   - POSITION FILLED
Company: EDP Recruiting Services, Inc.
Location: Denver Tech Center

8/27/2007
Job #1367
Contract - 6 months

Instructional Designer (two positions)
Company: Adecco Technical
Location: Engelwood, CO

• The Instructional Designer (ID) will provide curriculum development for both eLearning and classroom-based instruction across a variety of internal projects and clients that will achieve maximum transfer of benefit at delivery with measurable impact to quality, performance and customer satisfaction.
• Understands Instructional Design principals and methodologies established for successful adult learning. Understands the desired outcome(s) of internal and external clientele.
• Develops world-class training to drive results-based performance improvement. Uses most current industry tools, learning models and processes to design blended training curricula and implement delivery venues appropriate to client/project.
• Analyze, design, develop (write/publish) and continuously improve curriculum materials through dialog with site training and quality departments and project/client performance results and new technologies.
• Develop continuous learning modules for use in product training or post-training environment (for uptraining, continuation training, tailgates, etc.). Makes quick and effective edits on an ongoing basis as client/project needs change.
• Offer improvements to enhance learner engagement (i.e., learning activities, simulations, etc.) across all instructional materials and learning events.
• Develop course of study to continuously enhance individual expertise to support various operational needs.
• Facilitate communication and engage in periodic meetings to share best practices and enhance ongoing support activities and site implementation of learning tools, programs, research, etc.

8/27/2007
Job #1366
Contract - 1099 (through mid-November)

Medical Writer
Location: Boulder, CO

8/24/2007
Job #1365
Contract - 3 months; potential full time

Technical Writer
Company: MX Logic
Location: Denver Tech Center, Englewood, CO

The primary need is for a 3-month contract or a 3-month initial period to a full time position to create documentation for an API project. Previous experience documenting APIs is a big plus.

Visit the following link to see a detailed job description and how to apply.

Position: MX Logic Technical Writer

8/24/2007
Job #1364
Direct employee, full time

Senior Technical Writer   - POSITION FILLED
Location: Boulder, CO

• College education required; prefer a four-year degree (BA/BS) in Journalism, English, Technical Communication, Creative Writing or the Sciences
• 4+ years writing experience
• FrameMaker experience required
• Some experience with graphics/diagrams for use in technical manuals required

• Experience writing hardware documentation

8/21/2007
Job #1363
Contract, 6-12 months +

Technical Writer

Location: Ft. Collins, CO
LOA: 6-12 month +
Interviews: 8/26 and 8/27
Start: September 4

• 3+ yrs experience in technical writing
• Firm understanding of XML
• Firm understanding of XSLT
• Experience with FrameMaker
• Experience with formatting and layout for print
• Quick to pick up new concepts and tasks

8/14/2007
Job #1362
Contract (1099), Full Time or Part Time

Technical Writer
Company: pkdit, inc., Boulder, CO 80305
Job Site Location: On site for training and periodic meetings; otherwise work from home
Rate: DOE

8/9/2007
Job #1361
Contract - 6 months

Technical Writer   - POSITION FILLED
Location: Englewood, CO (near Centennial Airport)

• Conduct needs analysis and/or audience analysis as required.
• Compose procedural, process, and reference materials supporting distributed applications or internal systems.
• Interpret information from requirements documents and/or design specifications. Extract relevant information and incorporate as appropriate into technical documentation. Coordinate content across all related documents to maintain a unified set of documentation consistent with the defined documentation plan.
• Use the application or system as required to verify technical accuracy of the associated documents.
• Create graphics such as data flow diagrams and system architecture diagrams, and adhere to company graphic standards.
• Attend meetings as requested or work within established procedures to review and verify technical content of documentation. Ensure that all released materials have passed a technical review by the designated SMEs.
• Become informed about and adhere to established documentation standards, style guides, templates, terminology, and corporate branding standards. Provide related assistance to others in the department, as required.
• Participate in and adhere to established editing processes, and work with other technical writers and instructional designers to ensure accuracy and consistency of published materials.
• Maintain and protect current documents in the designated document repository. Ensure that unreleased documents are stored separate from released/published documents.
• Maintain the technical documentation, and preserve the integrity of the defined documentation plan. Incorporate updated information, synchronize changes across related documents, and follow established procedures for publication.
• Design and prepare instructional materials, teaching aids, and devices.
• Develop concept slides, process training, exercises, and demonstrations.

• Advanced skills in FrameMaker, Adobe Acrobat, and Word. Proficiency using the Microsoft Office suite of applications, LMS systems, and e-learning tools.
• Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with peers.
• Requires exceptional skills in English, grammar, punctuation, etc. Must be able to translate highly technical I.T. content into procedural or reference material that is well organized, clear, concise, and consistent in style and tone.
• Strong organizational skills. Must adhere to documentation schedules and track own progress to meet required publication deadlines.
• Ability to interpret technical information to create corresponding graphics. Proficiency using common graphics-editing tools.
• Demonstrated proficiency using the Microsoft Manual of Style for Technical Publications, and familiarity with industry-standard style guides, preferably The Chicago Manual of Style.
• Knowledge of instructional methods, design, and delivery.
• Ability to deliver presentations, stand-up training, or instruction to staff, management, or clients is desired.

8/8/2007
Job #1360
Full Time

Technical Training Designer / Developer
Company: Quantum
Department: Service
Location: Denver, CO

7/31/2007
Job #1359
Contract-to-Hire
Hourly Pay: $35 - $40 (depending on experience)

Technical Writing
Location: Louisville, CO

7/31/2007
Job #1358
Permanent

Technical Writer
Location: Englewood, CO

• 3+ years experience in technical writing, instructional writing, and content design within the IT industry.
• Understanding of classroom instruction to include full training life cycle experience (assessment, design, development, implementation, and evaluation).
• Project management skills to include the ability to achieve agreed deliverables, as well as monitoring and reporting progress of owned deliverables.
• Industry knowledge to include:
• enterprise application software experience is preferred with working knowledge of accounting systems, business processes and procedures, and ERP. Working knowledge within any of the following fields a plus: mining, transportation, utilities, defense industries.
• instruction design, single-sourcing, writing for translation, and writing for international audience is preferred
• Expert written skills and sound verbal communication skills.
• Technical skills to include:
• Microsoft Windows environment and Microsoft Office Suite
• Publishing and Content Management systems
• Graphics programs, Screen capture, scripting, eLearning, Visio, Project
• Training content development experience is essential.
• Proven ability to develop comprehensive training programs using sound instructional writing practices and adult learning theory.
• Degree in a writing discipline preferred (e.g. Technical Writing/Journalism) or technical discipline (Business Systems, IT, Programming).

7/23/2007
Job #1357
Contract - Approximately 45 days

Senior Graphic Artist
Location: Denver Tech Center around I-25 and Lincoln

• 4+ years of design experience.
• Excellent creative and conceptual abilities in layout and design.
• Familiar with standard concepts, practices and procedures.
• Ability to take projects from creative concept to technical execution.
• Ability to produce Magazine/News quality graphics for environmental proposals.
• Troubleshoots and makes change and/or corrections to layouts.
• Very knowledgeable of graphic production on the Windows operating system.
• Strong visual design skills (color, composition, typography, etc.).
• Ability to work independently and within a team striving towards a common goal.
• The ability to maintain a high level of organization and excellent follow through.
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrative expert use of Illustrator, Photoshop, and Microsoft Office.

7/23/2007
Job #1356
Contract

Technical Writer
Company: Writing Assistance, Inc.
Location: Off-site

7/18/2007
Job #1355
Agency employee - for direct hire opportunity

Product & Service Literature Specialist
Company: Corporate Talent Resources
Location: North/East Texas - relocation provided

7/12/2007
Job #1354
Contract (16 July 2007 - 28 Sept 2007)

Technical Writer, Editor II
Company: ETI Professionals
Location: Colorado Springs (80914)

7/3/2007
Job #1353
Contract (90 days minimum length)

Technical Writer
Company: OmniBus Systems, Inc.
Location: Golden, CO

• 5+ years experience creating documentation for the software design and deployment cycle
• Proven ability to operate independently
• Ability to find answers to your questions regardless of people’s schedules

• Adobe Framemaker
• Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Visio
• Paint Shop Pro or other screen capture software

• Experience in the Cable or Television industry
• Broadcast Automation experience a big plus
• Adobe Captivate or similar demonstration capture software
• DITA or XML implementation experience

7/3/2007
Job #1352
Direct, Full-time

Technical Writer / SDK Developer
Company: Mortgage Cadence, Inc.
Location: Greenwood Village, CO

• Researching existing functionality and source code as needed to provide background, context and material for SDK articles
• Inception-to-completion involvement in the creation of new functionality that will be exposed through the SDK
• Writing SDK articles and examples
• Assisting with the design of API's
• Advising developers who need to use the SDK to deliver functionality
• Development and/or presentation of course materials for SDK training
• Test and validation of SDK examples, templates and text

• Strong written and verbal skills
• MUST HAVE junior to mid-level C# .Net development skills
• Strong web authoring skills with a knowledge of style sheets and JavaScript
• Strong skills with an applicable graphics tool (preferably Adobe Photoshop)

7/2/2007
Job #1351
Full-time

Senior Proposal Writer
Location: Lakewood, CO

• Draft, organize, and manage large environmental and engineering proposals and presentations;
• Responsible for initial content and overall proposal process; and
• Research and recommend methods for creating proposal materials and maintaining a high standard of company presentation materials.

• Possess a minimum of 3-5 years experience in government proposal writing;
• Ability to multi-task while maintaining attention to detail;
• Possess a strong customer service orientation with the ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization;
• Strong understanding of proposal process;
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook);
• Experience with graphic software programs a plus; and
• Strong oral and written skills.

7/2/2007
Job #1350
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