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Senior Technical Writer
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What they do
A Technical Writer writes product instructions, user manuals or other material that helps to explain complex information or procedures. Writes help information available to customers online, or clear explanations of company policies. Supports internal communication among different technical, engineering and scientific specialists working on a project or product. Creates product documentation, and provides input for improving product design.
$76,432 / year median in Washington, D.C. (District of Columbia)
-15% projected decline
Job Description
Senior Technical Writer FedWriters, Inc. - 4.0 Washington, DC Job Details Full-time 20 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Technical documentation Technical writing experience within technology
Full Job Description Overview:
Join our team as a Senior Technical Writer and support the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration (TIGTA) Office of Communications by producing and refining reports, policy documents, and internal/external communications. You will draft, edit, and format federal documents in close coordination with subject matter experts, ensure documents meet federal plain-language and style standards. FWI is expanding rapidly and has been recognized as a 2024 and 2025 Top Workplace by the Washington Post, offering excellent growth opportunities in a collaborative environment.
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Work Schedule and Location:
Hybrid:
This full-time hybrid position will work Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm with periodic onsite work as needed at TIGTA headquarters in Washington, DC.
Responsibilities:
Draft, edit, and format reports, policy documents, procedures, and internal/external communications products for TIGTA leadership and program offices. Review and revise draft materials for clarity, organization, grammar, plain language, and adherence to agency style/formatting standards. Coordinate with subject matter experts to gather technical/operational content and translate it into clear written guidance. Perform editorial quality-assurance reviews, including proofreading, formatting verification, and citation consistency checks, and deliver tracked-changes edits and finalized versions. Support development and maintenance of document templates, writing guidance, and editorial standards used across agency reports and policy documents.
Qualifications:
Required:
Bachelor's Degree in English, Journalism, Communications, or a closely related field. At least 8 years of specialized experience in writing, editing, and federal document development. Strong ability to work independently. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust (Moderate Risk, Tier 2) federal background clearance.
Desired:
Prior experience supporting TIGTA, the IRS, or another tax/financial-oversight organization. Familiarity with federal plain-language standards and TIGTA/Treasury style-guide compliance. Experience coordinating input from subject matter experts across multiple program offices.
Why Join Our Team:
At FWI, we place the highest importance on creating an exceptional employee experience. You'll have opportunities to achieve your career aspirations through internal promotions, professional development, and other recognition and rewards programs. Join our team and take advantage of the many benefits we offer, including: Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance Life Insurance 401(k) Plan Holiday Pay Paid Time Off FWI is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets.
Pay Range:
Negotiable