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Technical WriterSerco North America • Herndon, VA, US
Technical Writer

Technical Writer

Serco North America • Herndon, VA, US
12 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Job description

Job Description

Position Description

Serco is hiring Technical Writers to support the Federal Emergency Management Agency Public Assistance recovery initiatives in Zone 2 across the Midwest. The Technical Writers will consist of professional and non-professional personnel to provide support to state, tribal, territorial local governments, and some private non-profits. Serco strives to provide support quickly and efficiently to FEMA's mission by helping those effected by man-made and natural disasters. These positions are deployment based, and you must be willing and able to deploy anywhere in Zone 2.

This position is contingent upon your ability to obtain / maintain / transfer a FEMA EOD Badge / Public Trust Clearance.

This position is contingent upon customer requirements and / or their approval.

In this role, you will :

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  • Assist in the development of PA Program guidance documents and tools when needed

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  • Create / provide training aids, instructor guides, student manuals, and web-based training for PA course instruction
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  • Provide technical, technical editing, graphic development, and formatting for PA documents
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    Qualifications

    To be successful in this role, you will have :

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  • 5 years minimum of prior Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Public Assistance (PA) experience
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  • A bachelor's degree and 5 years' experience in disaster fieldwork or field of expertise; OR a graduate level degree or professional registration with 2 years of experience in disaster fieldwork or field of expertise; OR 10 years of experience in disaster fieldwork or in field of expertise (without a degree; must have high school diploma or GED)
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  • Experience with technical writing
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  • Demonstrated knowledge and experience in recovery arena
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  • The ability to obtain and maintain FEMA Public Trust
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  • A United States citizenship
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  • The ability to maintain FEMA specific trainings
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  • Strong Microsoft Office skills
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  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
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  • The ability to deploy to any location in zone 2 with a 24-48-hour notice after task order award
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  • Zone 2 includes Arkansas, Colorado, Illinois, Indiana, Louisiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Mexico, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, Utah, Wisconsin, and Wyoming
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  • The ability to go on 6-12-month deployments at a minimum
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  • Experience and comfortability using a smart phone
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  • The ability to work independently, in a team environment and under stressful conditions with tight deadlines
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    Additional desired experience and skills :

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  • Knowledge of the FEMA Public Assistance program / policy
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  • Trained in the Public Assistance delivery model preferred
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  • Active FEMA badge
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    If you are interested in supporting and working with our FEMA efforts, then submit your application now for immediate consideration. It only takes a few minutes and could change your career!

    Company Overview

    Serco Inc. (Serco) is the Americas division of Serco Group, plc. In North America, Serco's 9,000+ employees strive to make an impact every day across 100+ sites in the areas of Defense, Citizen Services, and Transportation. We help our clients deliver vital services more efficiently while increasing the satisfaction of their end customers. Serco serves every branch of the U.S. military, numerous U.S. Federal civilian agencies, the Intelligence Community, the Canadian government, state, provincial and local governments, and commercial clients. While your place may look a little different depending on your role, we know you will find yours here. Wherever you work and whatever you do, we invite you to discover your place in our world. Serco is a place you can count on and where you can make an impact because every contribution matters.

    To review Serco benefits please visit : -of-choosing-serco. If you require an accommodation with the application process please email : [email protected] or call the HR Service Desk at 800-628-6458, option 1. Please note, due to EEOC / OFCCP compliance, Serco is unable to accept resumes by email.

    Candidates may be asked to present proof of identify during the selection process. If requested, this will require presentation of a government-issued I.D. (with photo) with name and address that match the information entered on the application. Serco will not take possession of or retain / store the information provided as proof of identity. For more information on how Serco uses your information, please see our Applicant Privacy Policy and Notice.

    Serco does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies without being a contracted approved vendor. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Serco and will not be obligated to pay a placement or contract fee. If you are interested in becoming an approved vendor at Serco, please email [email protected].

    Serco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

    Pay Transparency

    Our Total Rewards package includes competitive pay, performance-based incentives, and benefits that promote well-being and work-life balance-so you can thrive both professionally and personally. Eligible employees also gain access to a wide range of benefits from comprehensive health coverage and health savings accounts to retirement plans, life and disability insurance, and time-off programs that support work-life balance. Program availability may vary based on factors such as contract type, location, hire date, and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

    Salary range : The range for this position can be found at the top of the posting. This range is provided as a general guideline and represents a good faith estimate across all experience levels. Actual base salary will be determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the scope of the role, relevant experience, job-related knowledge, education and training, key skills, and geographic market considerations. For roles available in multiple states, the range may vary to reflect differences in local labor markets. In addition to base salary, eligible positions may include other forms of compensation such as annual bonuses or long-term incentive opportunities.

    Benefits HIGHLIGHTS - Comprehensible Benefits for Full-time Employees (Part-time members receive a customized package tailored to their role).

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  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
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  • Robust vacation and sick leave benefits, and flexible work arrangements where permitted by role or contract
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  • 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds
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  • Tuition reimbursement program
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  • Life insurance and disability coverage
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  • Optional coverages you can buy, including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
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  • Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
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  • Employee Assistance Plan that includes counseling conditions
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  • Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific contract as well as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement or the Service Contract Act.
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    To review all Serco benefits please visit : -us.

    Serco complies with all applicable state and local leave laws, including providing time off under the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act for eligible Colorado residents, in alignment with our policies and benefit plans. The application window for this position is for no more than 60 days. We encourage candidates to apply promptly after the posting date, as the position may close earlier if filled or if the application volume exceeds expectations. Please submit applications exclusively through Serco's external (or internal) career site. This is a U.S.-based role. If an applicant has any concerns with job posting compliance, please send an email to : [email protected].

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