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Technical Writers
Average
$81,600
ANNUAL
$39.23
HOURLY
Entry Level
$49,410
ANNUAL
$23.75
HOURLY
Mid Level
$77,450
ANNUAL
$37.24
HOURLY
Expert Level
$127,810
ANNUAL
$61.45
HOURLY
Supporting Programs
Technical Writers
Current Available & Projected Jobs
Technical Writers
Top Expected Tasks
Technical Writers
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Organize material and complete writing assignment according to set standards regarding order, clarity, conciseness, style, and terminology.
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Maintain records and files of work and revisions.
03
Edit, standardize, or make changes to material prepared by other writers or establishment personnel.
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Select photographs, drawings, sketches, diagrams, and charts to illustrate material.
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Interview production and engineering personnel and read journals and other material to become familiar with product technologies and production methods.
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Develop or maintain online help documentation.
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Assist in laying out material for publication.
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Study drawings, specifications, mockups, and product samples to integrate and delineate technology, operating procedure, and production sequence and detail.
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Arrange for typing, duplication, and distribution of material.
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Observe production, developmental, and experimental activities to determine operating procedure and detail.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Technical Writers
Common knowledge, skills & abilities needed to get a foot in the door.
KNOWLEDGE
English Language
KNOWLEDGE
Computers and Electronics
KNOWLEDGE
Administrative
KNOWLEDGE
Communications and Media
KNOWLEDGE
Administration and Management
SKILL
Writing
SKILL
Reading Comprehension
SKILL
Active Listening
SKILL
Speaking
SKILL
Critical Thinking
ABILITY
Written Expression
ABILITY
Written Comprehension
ABILITY
Near Vision
ABILITY
Oral Comprehension
ABILITY
Deductive Reasoning
Job Opportunities
Technical Writers
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Analyst / Technical Writer (Remote)
GovCIO Phoenix, AZ 85067Posted about 14 hours**Overview**
GovCIO is currently hiring for an Analyst / Technical Writer to support a contract for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). This role will be responsible for development of multiple project-level communications artifacts, including stakeholder reports, emails, and meeting minutes. The candidate will also assist in the development of strategies to obtain, organize, and disseminate information to project team members and key stakeholders through clear and effective communication channels as well as work with technical teams to catalog needs for knowledge based articles.
**Responsibilities**
+ Ability to deliver high quality documentation paying attention to detail
+ Ability to quickly grasp complex technical concepts and make them easily understandable in text and pictures
+ Ability to understand the ServiceNow technical ecosystems to apply knowledge based articles and other artifacts to systems that provide customer insight such as Chat Bots
+ Excellent written skills in English
+ Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Basic familiarity with the SDLC and software development
+ Research, write, edit and proofread complex technical data
+ Create, maintain and update manuals, procedures, specifications and other documents
+ Provide writing, editing and design support to other team members Ability to review technical documentation for quality assurance
+ Conduct communications gap analysis to determine strengths of current approaches and identify opportunities for improvement
+ Develop and maintain project-level communications processes, tools, and resources, leveraging best practices for communications across the portfolio
+ Assist in the enhancement of current communications strategies
+ Ensure all communications are in support of portfolio and project objectives and are consistent across delivery channels and stakeholders
+ Work in partnership with the customer communications teams to ensure branding and style guidelines are maintained
+ Possess strong analytical skills required to proactively research information and begin compiling initial responses to ad-hoc data calls
+ Thorough ability to navigate MS PowerPoint, including shortcuts and animations
+ Proactive approach to problem-solving and collaboration with a team
+ Exceptional attention to detail and an eye for visual consistency and formatting, with emphasis on accuracy, speed, and quality
**Qualifications**
+ Education Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree
+ Years of Experienced Required: 2+ US Citizenship Ability to attain DHS Suitability (active suitability is a plus)
+ Excellent written and oral communication skills
+ Good decision-making and interpersonal skills
+ Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work
+ Experience with the ServiceNow platform and ticketing process
**Company Overview**
GovCIO is a team of transformers--people who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens.
But we can't do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things - for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?
**We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.** All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EOE, including disability/vets.
Posted Pay Range
The posted pay range, if referenced, reflects the range expected for this position at the commencement of employment, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and internal equity. The total compensation package for this position may also include other compensation elements, to be discussed during the hiring process. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the GovCIO reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, GovCIO or individual department/team performance, and market factors.
**Posted Salary Range**
USD $65,000.00 - USD $75,000.00 /Yr.
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**Location** _US-Remote_
**ID** _2025-5487_
**Category** _Information Technology_
**Position Type** _Full-Time_
Employment TypeFull Time
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Technical Writer
SitusAMC Phoenix, AZ 85067Posted 1 daySitusAMC is where the best and most passionate people come to transform our client’s businesses and their own careers. Whether you’re a real estate veteran, a passionate technologist, or looking to get your start, join us as we work together to realize opportunities for everyone, we proudly serve.
At SitusAMC, we are looking to match your unique experience with one of our amazing careers, so that we can help you realize your potential and career growth within the Real Estate Industry. If you are someone who can be yourself, advocate for others, stay nimble, dream big, own every outcome, and think global but act local – come join our team!
As part of the SITUSAMC Technology Operations Office, the Contract Technical Writer will work across our technology organization to develop and standardize documentation, references and architectural diagrams
Job Description
Essential Job Functions:
+ Develop Documentation: Write, edit, and maintain user guides, API references, FAQs, and online help content that simplify complex technical information
+ Create and/or standardize architectural diagrams and process flows
+ Collaborate across teams and partner with engineers, product managers and customer-facing teams to gather insights, clarify requirements, and produce materials tailored to user needs.
+ Triage user feedback and take action to prioritize feedback.
+ Manage all aspects of the documentation process (planning, testing, maintaining, and delivery).
+ Create Engaging Content using visuals, examples, and clear language to help users quickly understand workflows, features, and functionality.
+ Ensure Accessibility by Structuring content for diverse audiences, including developers, researchers, and business users.
+ Continuously update documentation to reflect product changes, new features, and user feedback.
+ Drive Standards and develop style guides and best practices to ensure consistency across all documentation.
+ Use metrics to identify underperforming content and develop plans for improvement.
+ Use writing expertise and extraordinary attention to detail to evaluate, uphold, implement, and evangelize content standards that reflect the voice of SitusAMC
+ Other tasks as assigned by manager
Qualifications/ Requirements:
+ Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Communications, English or related field
+ Minimum of 6+ years of relevant experience as a technical writer, typically with 1+ years in a Senior Associate level role or external equivalent.
+ 3+ years of experience as a Technical Writer supporting a Technology or Software Development team
+ Demonstrated knowledge of SDLC, API’s tools and services, systems/architectural diagrams
+ Familiarity with agile development
+ Familiarity with document control/management systems
+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills
+ Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear and understandable documentation.
\#LI-AS1 #LI-Remote
Note: This job description is not intended to be all inclusive or exclusive. At any time, employees may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization and participate in additional trainings. SitusAMC does not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies, search firms or any third parties. Any unsolicited resume submitted to SitusAMC in any manner will be considered SitusAMC property, and SitusAMC will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.
The annual full time base salary range for this role is
$110,000.00 - $140,000.00
Specific compensation is determined through interviews and a review of relevant education, experience, training, skills, geographic location and alignment with market data. Additionally, certain positions may be eligible to receive a discretionary bonus as determined by bonus program guidelines, position eligibility and SitusAMC Senior Management approval. SitusAMC offers PTO and paid holidays, the terms of which are set forth in the program policies. All full time employees also are eligible to participate in various benefit plans, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability insurance and 401K; in each case in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans.
Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision (https://go.situsamc.com/rs/962-QMP-613/images/pay-transp\_%20English\_formattedESQA508c.pdf?version=0)
SitusAMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Know Your Rights, Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf)
SitusAMC does not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies, search firms or any third parties. Any unsolicited resume submitted to SitusAMC in any manner will be considered SitusAMC property, and SitusAMC will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.
Employment TypeFull Time
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Technical Writer (Remote)
GovCIO Phoenix, AZ 85067Posted 3 days**Overview**
GovCIO is currently hiring for a Senior Technical Writer to support the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Health Technology Management Services (HTMS) Contract. The Technical Writer will be responsible for development of multiple artifacts that will be intended for senior leadership, the quality assurance of various artifacts/documents provided to key VA Medical Center (VAMC) personnel through the course of their Electronic Health Record Transition. This position is fully remote within the United States with core hours of operation from Monday to Friday 8 am to 5 pm ET.
**Responsibilities**
+ Writes, rewrites and/or edits technical documentation and team communications/artifacts.
+ Leverages advanced writing skills to translate complicated issues from multiple information sources into a clear point of view to create a compelling, concise, and well-written narrative.
+ Develops ad hoc artifacts for a variety of the intended audiences, including executive VA leadership.
+ Creates documentation based on newly identified processes/procedures through the course of each fiscal year.
+ Collaborates with subject matter experts to aid in the development of comprehensive deliverables.
+ Acquires subject knowledge through active participation in daily team support and standard team activities.
+ Reviews technical documentation for quality of content and formatting.
+ Conducts communications gap analysis to determine strengths of current approaches and identify opportunities for improvement.
+ Ability to draft accurate, succinct meeting minutes, often with short turnaround times
+ Support continuous improvement by reviewing and refining existing artifacts that are shared directly to key VAMC personnel during each site Electronic Health Record transition.
**Qualifications**
**Required Skills and Experience**
+ Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Business Management, Computer Science, Information Systems, Operations Research or related fields
+ 8+ Years of experience plus 3-5 years of relevant experience or 5 to 7 years of relevant experience may be substituted for education
+ Certifications in relevant UX software
+ Write and edit technical and nontechnical narratives as necessary to prepare compelling content and contribute to the development of best practices, SOPs, formats, and other guidelines to ensure final products reflect the quality of our services.
+ Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and interview operational and technical subject matter experts to develop content that is compliant and responsive to client needs.
+ Work closely with Solution Architects/Technical Leads to understand technical details and requirements to translate them into consumable formats.
+ Edit materials drafted by others to improve their quality and ensure they are editorially correct without altering their technical accuracy or meaning.
+ Apply editorial styles and standards consistently and appropriately across documentation.
+ Deliver high quality documentation at the detailed level.
+ Identify and correct grammatical and punctuation errors, faulty sentence construction, ambiguous or conflicting statements/information, formatting, and consistency issues with both styles/fonts and content.
+ Identify opportunities to create visually appealing, effective graphics in drafted content.
+ Participate in final production processes, including desktop publishing, quality control, and white glove reviews.
+ Research and verify acronym definitions and generate glossaries.
+ Help maintain supporting information, such as past performance and technical history, that need to be customized for submissions.
+ Perform related duties as assigned.
**Preferred Skills and Experience**
+ Preferred experience within the Enterprise VA projects.
+ Experience operating in an agile environment is desirable but not required.
+ Ability to work independently and conduct research with minimal guidance and supervision.
+ Able to communicate effectively with all organizational levels.
+ Excellent verbal and written communication, technical documentation, problem-solving, process improvement, organizational, and coordination skills.
+ Able to work both independently and collaboratively.
+ Able to prioritize tasks and work comfortably on deadline-driven efforts.
+ Knowledge of industry standard best practices and/or widely used style guides.
+ Use of documentation storage, collaboration, and versioning tool. SharePoint use and some administration is a **PLUS**
+ Able to adapt writing style to different audiences.
+ Knowledge of MS Teams, SharePoint, Adobe Acrobat, and MS Office (e.g., Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and ability to learn new applications; advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, particularly the use of styles and creating templates, preferred.
**Clearance:** Must be able to obtain/maintain a suitability/public trust clearance with the VA.
**Company Overview**
GovCIO is a team of transformers--people who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens.
But we can't do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things - for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?
**We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.** All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EOE, including disability/vets.
Posted Pay Range
The posted pay range, if referenced, reflects the range expected for this position at the commencement of employment, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and internal equity. The total compensation package for this position may also include other compensation elements, to be discussed during the hiring process. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the GovCIO reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, GovCIO or individual department/team performance, and market factors.
**Posted Salary Range**
USD $87,000.00 - USD $92,000.00 /Yr.
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**Location** _US-Remote_
**ID** _2025-5385_
**Category** _Technical Writing_
**Position Type** _Full-Time_
Employment TypeFull Time
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Education & Outreach Content Creator Technical Writer
Prime Therapeutics Phoenix, AZ 85067Posted 4 daysOur work matters. We help people get the medicine they need to feel better and live well. We do not lose sight of that. It fuels our passion and drives every decision we make.
**Job Posting Title**
Education & Outreach Content Creator Technical Writer
**Job Description**
The Technical Writer follows writing standards, guidelines and best practices to create and update documentation and process flows. This position works with business area subject matter experts (SMEs) to ensure content is accurate, meets the needs of the SME and is easy to understand.
**Responsibilities**
+ Develop knowledge of products, services, processes and tools in order to translate information received into easy-to-understand content
+ Create, update and archive documentation and process flows in accordance with writing standards and business practices
+ Resolve writing requests in a timely manner as applicable to service level objectives
+ Collaborate and communicate effectively and professionally with other team members and SMEs in order to uphold accuracy standards.
+ Educate new technical writers regarding writing standards, guidelines and best practices as requested by the senior and/or principal technical writer
+ Other duties as assigned
**Minimum Qualifications**
+ Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Technical Writing, Education or related area of study, or equivalent combination of education and/or relevant work experience; HS diploma or GED is required
+ 2 years of work experience in technical or process specific documentation
+ Experience with a web-based workflow management system (i.e., Confluence, SharePoint, JIRA) and Microsoft Office
+ Must be eligible to work in the United States without need for work visa or residency sponsorship
**Additional Qualifications**
+ Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Visio, Adobe Acrobat, Snagit, and Teams
+ Strong writing and editing skills
+ Strong process and detail orientation
+ Strong organization and prioritization skills
+ Ability to work independently and as part of a team
**Preferred Qualifications**
+ PBM/health care experience
**Minimum Physical Job Requirements**
+ Constantly required to sit, use hands to handle or feel, talk and hear
+ Frequently required to reach with hands and arms
+ Occasionally required to stand, walk and stoop, kneel, and crouch
+ Occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds
+ Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus
**Reporting Structure**
+ Reports to a Manager in the Service Excellence department
Potential pay for this position ranges from $28.37 - $45.19 based on experience and skills.
To review our Benefits, Incentives and Additional Compensation, visit our Benefits Page (https://www.primetherapeutics.com/benefits) and click on the "Benefits at a glance" button for more detail.
_Prime Therapeutics LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We encourage diverse candidates to apply, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), expecting or parents-to-be, or any other basis protected by law._
_We welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives including qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records and any qualified applicants requiring reasonable accommodations in accordance with the law._
_Prime Therapeutics LLC is a Tobacco-Free Workplace employer._
Positions will be posted for a minimum of five consecutive workdays.
Prime Therapeutics' fast-paced and dynamic work environment is ideal for proactively addressing the constant changes in today's health care industry. Our employees are involved, empowered, and rewarded for their achievements. We value new ideas and work collaboratively to provide the highest quality of care and service to our members.
If you are looking to advance your career within a growing, team-oriented, award-winning company, apply to Prime Therapeutics today and start making a difference in people's lives.
Prime Therapeutics LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We encourage diverse candidates to apply, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), expecting or parents-to-be, or any other basis protected by law.
We welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives including qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records and any qualified applicants requiring reasonable accommodations in accordance with the law.
Prime Therapeutics LLC is a Tobacco-Free Workplace employer.
If you are an applicant with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 1.866.469.1257 or email [email protected].
Employment TypeFull Time
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Technical Writer Intern- Summer 2025
Iron Mountain Phoenix, AZ 85067Posted 11 daysAt Iron Mountain we know that work, when done well, makes a positive impact for our customers, our employees, and our planet. That’s why we need smart, committed people to join us. Whether you’re looking to start your career or make a change, talk to us and see how you can elevate the power of your work at Iron Mountain.
We provide expert, sustainable solutions in records and information management, digital transformation services, data centers, asset lifecycle management, and fine art storage, handling, and logistics. We proudly partner every day with our 225,000 customers around the world to preserve their invaluable artifacts, extract more from their inventory, and protect their data privacy in innovative and socially responsible ways.
Are you curious about being part of our growth story while evolving your skills in a culture that will welcome your unique contributions? If so, let's start the conversation.
**Internship Program Summary:**
At Iron Mountain, we rely on hiring top early career talent who are diverse, innovative, energetic, and inspiring. We offer a 12 week internship program tailored to you to ensure you are set up for success as you begin the early part of your career. Our internship program is designed to empower you to reach your full potential through meaningful and impactful work. We continuously recognize and value the need for early career talent and are committed to ensuring we equip our interns with an exciting, unique, and invaluable experience while they are with us.
During the internship, you will be able to complete critical real world work along with multiple internal Iron Mountain teams while contributing to our digital growth aspirations. You will also experience:
+ Structure Development over a 12 week program including (starting on 05/21/2025- 08/13/2025):
+ Professional Skills
+ Business Acumen
+ Executive Speaker Series
+ Consistent Feedback and Evaluation
+ Networking with other interns and adept professionals
+ Diverse, inclusive, and innovative environment & culture
+ Stability and growth
**Job Summary**
Iron Mountain is seeking a rising senior for the role of Technical Writer Intern. Interns will document product features and create instructional content to support adoption and learning, focusing on a single product throughout their internship. This role will take direction from the Documentation Manager and will work with Engineering, UX, QA and Product Management.
Job Duties:
+ Write easy-to-understand user interface text, online help and user guides
+ Create virtual tutorials and videos
+ Upload and maintain documentation on collaboration site
+ Proofread and edit documents submitted by team
+ Provide a quick turnaround and meet all deadlines
**Education Qualifications:**
+ Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree with an expectation that degree will be obtained between December 2025- July 2026
+ Must be returning to the course of study following completion of the internship
+ Pursuing a degree in Media, Communications, English or related field
**Requirements:**
+ Participation in the internship program requires that you are located in the continental United States for the duration of the program
+ Must be authorized to work in the US without restriction (this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship now or in the future)
+ This is a 40 hour per week assignment, lasting 12 weeks with the expected start date being May 21, 2025 and ending on August 13th, 2025
**Preferred Qualifications:**
+ Knowledge of machine learning data preparation techniques, machine learning models and AI technology
+ Self-motivated to complete work assignments and learn new software and tools
+ Strong attention to detail and ability to proofread and edit
+ Receptive to feedback on work
+ Initiative to solve problems independently
**Along with your resume, please share one or more samples that you have written.**
Category: Other Designations
Iron Mountain is a global leader in storage and information management services trusted by more than 225,000 organizations in 60 countries. We safeguard billions of our customers’ assets, including critical business information, highly sensitive data, and invaluable cultural and historic artifacts. Take a look at our history here.
Iron Mountain helps lower cost and risk, comply with regulations, recover from disaster, and enable digital and sustainable solutions, whether in information management, digital transformation, secure storage and destruction, data center operations, cloud services, or art storage and logistics. Please see our Values and Code of Ethics for a look at our principles and aspirations in elevating the power of our work together.
If you have a physical or mental disability that requires special accommodations, please let us know by sending an email to [email protected]. See the Supplement to learn more about Equal Employment Opportunity.
Iron Mountain is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. We recruit and hire applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, or any other factor prohibited by law.
To view the Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law posters and the supplement, as well as the Pay Transparency Policy Statement, CLICK HERE
**Requisition:** J0081184
Employment TypeFull Time
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Registered Nurse RN Clinical Documentation Specialist
Banner Health Arizona, AZPosted 13 days**Primary City/State:**
Arizona, Arizona
**Department Name:**
**Work Shift:**
**Job Category:**
Revenue Cycle
Explore and excel. At Banner Health, health care is a team effort. One might be surprised by the number of people who work behind the scenes and play a critical role in ensuring the best care for our patients.
The mission of the **Clinical Documentation Improvement Department** is to, “ Facilitate concise clinical documentation to appropriately reflect patient acuity, risk of mortality, and resource utilization in order to properly reflect patient care given and optimize organizational goals.” This mission also supports the accurate translation of diagnoses into ICD-10 codes for patient billing and capture of quality metrics.
**As a successful** **Clinical Documentation Improvement** **Specialist will need to have at a minimum 2-4 years of hospital acute-care or relevant clinical experience. Time in OR, ED or ICU may strengthen a candidates profile. Level of education may be either registered nurse with active licensure in state worked or graduate of foreign medical school with Doctor of medicine degree.**
**This is a fully remote position and available if you live in the following states only: AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IA, ID, IN, KS, KY, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, ND, NE, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI & WY.** This position is fully remote with travel less than 15% of the time to either a Banner corporate or hospital site. With this remote work, candidates must be self-motivated, possess moderate to strong tech skills and be able to meet daily and weekly productivity metrics. Business hours are Monday-Friday, 8 hour shifts with no weekends or holidays. **Apply today!**
POSITION SUMMARY
This position is responsible for reviewing content of the medical record and assisting in the clarification of any documentation ambiguities noted. This position is a member of the clinical team and acts as a consultant/subject matter expert to facility staff and Providers related to medical record clinical documentation requirement to ensure the overall completeness, compliance and specificity of Provider documentation exists. This position is responsible for identifying and capturing additional revenue opportunities and will also be the documentation liaison for the facility between acute care coding and Providers.
CORE FUNCTIONS
1. Provides subject matter expertise related to DRG, clinical documentation opportunities and requirements. Serves as an essential member of the clinical team, emphasizing their role in reviewing content of the medical record, assisting in the clarification of documentation ambiguities. Serves as the liaison between acute care coding and Providers to explain, educate and assist in the needed documentation requirements to accurate conversion from the “clinical language” to the needed “coding language” in order to capture revenue.
2. Conducts accurate and timely concurrent record reviews, recognizing opportunities for documentation improvement through specialized training and software. Utilizes available resources to formulate clinically credible “documentation clarification questions” for members of the clinical team aimed at improving the accuracy of the documentation process which is followed by effective and appropriate communication with Providers and timely follow up on all cases.
3. Ensures data integrity of the clinical documentation database through compliant, accurate and appropriate entries, which include but is not limited to, accurate input of case data, correct assignment of documentation clarification types and Provider responses, and ensuring precise case reconciliation with correct DRG shifts recorded.
4. Ensures the accuracy and completeness of clinical information used for measuring and reporting Provider and facility outcomes (coding assignments, HAC, quality of care, facility and system initiatives) while facilitating HIMS dept compliance of time requirements for coding and billing revenue cycle.
5. Educates customers through presentations and/or reports for clinicians and facility management on clinical documentation opportunities, acute care coding and reimbursement issues, as well as performance improvement methodologies.
6. Serves as member of facility task force meetings, and as requested attends facility steering committee meetings and/or other facility meetings.
7. This position works independently in a remote work model and has multi-facility/entity responsibility, with no direct budgetary oversight. This position is a member of the clinical team ensuring accuracy and compliance with acute care coding assignments, POA status, HAC, quality of care, supports specific Hospital and System initiatives, and aids HIMS Dept in meeting their time requirement of the coding and billing revenue cycle. Extensive interaction with Providers, HIMS professionals, nursing and other ancillary staff. Internal Interactions: All levels of nursing management and staff, medical staff, Providers and all other members of the interdisciplinary health care team. External Interactions: Physicians and their office staff.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Must possess a strong knowledge of clinical care as normally obtained through the completion of a bachelor’s degree in nursing.
Requires Registered Nurse (R.N.) license in state of residence.
Requires two to four years of recent acute care experience either in a Hospital or Surgical setting. Must have the ability to interface with multiple software applications, work independently, possess demonstrated critical thinking skills, problem-solving abilities, communication and time management skills. Must demonstrate ability to work effectively in an interdisciplinary team format.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience with acute clinical documentation programs or coding. Certified Clinical Documentation Specialist, Certified Coding Specialist credential.
Additional related education and/or experience preferred.
**EEO Statement:**
EEO/Female/Minority/Disability/Veterans (https://www.bannerhealth.com/careers/eeo)
Our organization supports a drug-free work environment.
**Privacy Policy:**
Privacy Policy (https://www.bannerhealth.com/about/legal-notices/privacy)
EOE/Female/Minority/Disability/Veterans
Banner Health supports a drug-free work environment.
Banner Health complies with applicable federal and state laws and does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or disability
Field of InterestHealth Sciences
Employment TypeFull Time
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Intermediate Specification Writer
CDM Smith Mesa, AZ 85213Posted 14 days**40249BR**
**Requisition ID:**
40249BR
**Business Unit:**
TSU
**Job Description:**
CDM Smith is an engineering and construction firm delivering legendary service, smart solutions for the environment and infrastructure, and an unmatched experience for our clients and employees. Our firm works with clients around the world to implement solutions to meet current and future needs. CDM Smith is not considering consulting firms for this position.
We are open to full-remote and hybrid schedules for this position.
- Under general direction, writes, edits and coordinates use of basic to advanced project technical specifications related to the engineering and architecture professions, using multiple specification platforms; MasterSpec, SpecsIntact, SpecPoint or client based content.
- Coordinates review of Division 00/01 with project managers and firm’s counsel. Can include integrating client front ends or generating EJCDC, DBIA or AIA front ends.
- Develops, maintains, and updates project specifications table of contents (TOC) based on section lists received from each discipline.
- Creates, updates, and maintains specification section development responsibility worksheets.
- Incorporates appropriate federal, state, and local requirements (including state or federal funding agency checklists, if applicable).
- Leads the quality checking process for the project technical specifications.
- Provides regular updates to each project’s PM and design engineer.
- Reviews project drawings for specification continuity.
- In partnership with other specification writers, Community of Practice (CoP) leaders and discipline leaders, updates and maintains the master specifications library. Recommends updates to specifications library and other related policies and procedures.
- Participates in writing new master specifications for the firm’s library as needed. Coordinates specific master specification divisions knowledge base as part of team.
- Uploads specifications sections into specifications systems (ex: ProjectWise) Compiles and maintains a complete project manual to be used for duplication and ad hoc reporting.
- Train, mentor, and encourage staff in developing spec writing proficiency and convey the importance of the specifications in concert with project delivery models.
- Coordinates the work of intermediate and entry level spec writers on assigned projects.
- Confirms and coordinates with administrative staff in preparation of documents for submittals.
- Liaison for project engagement with specification software platforms.
- Assist with project contract language and proposals.
- Performs ad hoc duties as required.
**Job Title:**
Intermediate Specification Writer
**Group:**
ISO
**Employment Type:**
Regular
**Minimum Qualifications:**
- Associate’s degree.
- 5 years of related experience.
- Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
- Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands.
**Preferred Qualifications:**
- Well-rounded experience with design, project management and construction administration.
- Experience writing and editing engineering technical specifications for public, government and private sector projects.
- Experience with environmental and water engineering preferred.
- Experience with CSI format requirements for technical specifications, EJCDC front end documents and working with multi-discipline teams to develop specifications required.
- Experience using master specifications, writing and editing vertical and horizontal construction specifications. Familiarity with DOT, SpecsIntact and international specifications preferred.
- Membership in CSI with CDT or CCS certification desirable or DBIA or other construction/design industry certification requiring education, experience, testing and CE credit requirements.
**EEO Statement:**
We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
**Why CDM Smith?:**
Check out this video and find out why our team loves to work here! (https://www.cdmsmith.com/en/Video/Meet-CDM-Smith)
**Join Us! CDM Smith – where amazing career journeys unfold.**
Imagine a place committed to offering an unmatched employee experience. Where you work on projects that are meaningful to you. Where you play an active part in shaping your career journey. Where your co-workers are invested in you and your success. Where you are encouraged and supported to do your very best and given the tools and resources to do so. Where it’s a priority that the company takes good care of you and your family.
Our employees are the heart of our company. As an employer of choice, our goal is to provide a challenging, progressive and inclusive work environment which fosters personal leadership, career growth and development for every employee. We value passionate individuals who challenge the norm, deliver world-class solutions and bring diverse perspectives. Join our team, and together we will make a difference and change the world.
**Job Site Location:**
United States - Nationwide
**Agency Disclaimer:**
All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement from the CDM Smith Recruitment Center Manager to receive payment for your placement. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of the CDM Smith staff will not be considered binding terms. All unsolicited resumes sent to CDM Smith and any resume submitted to any employee outside of CDM Smith Recruiting Center Team (RCT) will be considered property of CDM Smith. CDM Smith will not be held liable to pay a placement fee.
**Amount of Travel Required:**
5%
**Assignment Category:**
Fulltime-Regular
**Visa Sponsorship Available:**
No - We will not support sponsorship, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position
**Skills and Abilities:**
- Advanced knowledge of necessary formatting requirements for technical specifications.
- Advanced knowledge in MasterSpec, SpecsIntact and Microsoft Word software processing.
- Excellent skills with Excel and Teams, pdf formatting, and cloud-based document organizing.
- Strong ability to work within client-centered, multi‐discipline engineering design teams to both coordinate and lead project specifications development.
- Expert knowledge of project bidding and contract procedures.
- Strong problem‐solving skills.
- Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Expert knowledge of engineering design project specifications production and delivery methods, including alternate project delivery methods and approaches.
- Demonstrate diligence, attention to detail and an overall positive attitude when meeting deadlines.
- Provide consistency in the delivery of our project specifications.
**Background Check and Drug Testing Information:**
CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as “CDM Smith”) reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing.
**Pay Range Minimum:**
$60,070
**Pay Range Maximum:**
$99,091
**Additional Compensation:**
All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.
**Work Location Options:**
Fully Remote or Hybrid Work Options may be considered for successful candidate.
Employment TypeFull Time
-
Intermediate Specification Writer
CDM Smith Glendale, AZ 85304Posted 14 days**40249BR**
**Requisition ID:**
40249BR
**Business Unit:**
TSU
**Job Description:**
CDM Smith is an engineering and construction firm delivering legendary service, smart solutions for the environment and infrastructure, and an unmatched experience for our clients and employees. Our firm works with clients around the world to implement solutions to meet current and future needs. CDM Smith is not considering consulting firms for this position.
We are open to full-remote and hybrid schedules for this position.
- Under general direction, writes, edits and coordinates use of basic to advanced project technical specifications related to the engineering and architecture professions, using multiple specification platforms; MasterSpec, SpecsIntact, SpecPoint or client based content.
- Coordinates review of Division 00/01 with project managers and firm’s counsel. Can include integrating client front ends or generating EJCDC, DBIA or AIA front ends.
- Develops, maintains, and updates project specifications table of contents (TOC) based on section lists received from each discipline.
- Creates, updates, and maintains specification section development responsibility worksheets.
- Incorporates appropriate federal, state, and local requirements (including state or federal funding agency checklists, if applicable).
- Leads the quality checking process for the project technical specifications.
- Provides regular updates to each project’s PM and design engineer.
- Reviews project drawings for specification continuity.
- In partnership with other specification writers, Community of Practice (CoP) leaders and discipline leaders, updates and maintains the master specifications library. Recommends updates to specifications library and other related policies and procedures.
- Participates in writing new master specifications for the firm’s library as needed. Coordinates specific master specification divisions knowledge base as part of team.
- Uploads specifications sections into specifications systems (ex: ProjectWise) Compiles and maintains a complete project manual to be used for duplication and ad hoc reporting.
- Train, mentor, and encourage staff in developing spec writing proficiency and convey the importance of the specifications in concert with project delivery models.
- Coordinates the work of intermediate and entry level spec writers on assigned projects.
- Confirms and coordinates with administrative staff in preparation of documents for submittals.
- Liaison for project engagement with specification software platforms.
- Assist with project contract language and proposals.
- Performs ad hoc duties as required.
**Job Title:**
Intermediate Specification Writer
**Group:**
ISO
**Employment Type:**
Regular
**Minimum Qualifications:**
- Associate’s degree.
- 5 years of related experience.
- Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
- Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands.
**Preferred Qualifications:**
- Well-rounded experience with design, project management and construction administration.
- Experience writing and editing engineering technical specifications for public, government and private sector projects.
- Experience with environmental and water engineering preferred.
- Experience with CSI format requirements for technical specifications, EJCDC front end documents and working with multi-discipline teams to develop specifications required.
- Experience using master specifications, writing and editing vertical and horizontal construction specifications. Familiarity with DOT, SpecsIntact and international specifications preferred.
- Membership in CSI with CDT or CCS certification desirable or DBIA or other construction/design industry certification requiring education, experience, testing and CE credit requirements.
**EEO Statement:**
We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
**Why CDM Smith?:**
Check out this video and find out why our team loves to work here! (https://www.cdmsmith.com/en/Video/Meet-CDM-Smith)
**Join Us! CDM Smith – where amazing career journeys unfold.**
Imagine a place committed to offering an unmatched employee experience. Where you work on projects that are meaningful to you. Where you play an active part in shaping your career journey. Where your co-workers are invested in you and your success. Where you are encouraged and supported to do your very best and given the tools and resources to do so. Where it’s a priority that the company takes good care of you and your family.
Our employees are the heart of our company. As an employer of choice, our goal is to provide a challenging, progressive and inclusive work environment which fosters personal leadership, career growth and development for every employee. We value passionate individuals who challenge the norm, deliver world-class solutions and bring diverse perspectives. Join our team, and together we will make a difference and change the world.
**Job Site Location:**
United States - Nationwide
**Agency Disclaimer:**
All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement from the CDM Smith Recruitment Center Manager to receive payment for your placement. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of the CDM Smith staff will not be considered binding terms. All unsolicited resumes sent to CDM Smith and any resume submitted to any employee outside of CDM Smith Recruiting Center Team (RCT) will be considered property of CDM Smith. CDM Smith will not be held liable to pay a placement fee.
**Amount of Travel Required:**
5%
**Assignment Category:**
Fulltime-Regular
**Visa Sponsorship Available:**
No - We will not support sponsorship, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position
**Skills and Abilities:**
- Advanced knowledge of necessary formatting requirements for technical specifications.
- Advanced knowledge in MasterSpec, SpecsIntact and Microsoft Word software processing.
- Excellent skills with Excel and Teams, pdf formatting, and cloud-based document organizing.
- Strong ability to work within client-centered, multi‐discipline engineering design teams to both coordinate and lead project specifications development.
- Expert knowledge of project bidding and contract procedures.
- Strong problem‐solving skills.
- Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Expert knowledge of engineering design project specifications production and delivery methods, including alternate project delivery methods and approaches.
- Demonstrate diligence, attention to detail and an overall positive attitude when meeting deadlines.
- Provide consistency in the delivery of our project specifications.
**Background Check and Drug Testing Information:**
CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as “CDM Smith”) reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing.
**Pay Range Minimum:**
$60,070
**Pay Range Maximum:**
$99,091
**Additional Compensation:**
All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.
**Work Location Options:**
Fully Remote or Hybrid Work Options may be considered for successful candidate.
Employment TypeFull Time
-
Intermediate Specification Writer
CDM Smith Tucson, AZ 85702Posted 14 days**40249BR**
**Requisition ID:**
40249BR
**Business Unit:**
TSU
**Job Description:**
CDM Smith is an engineering and construction firm delivering legendary service, smart solutions for the environment and infrastructure, and an unmatched experience for our clients and employees. Our firm works with clients around the world to implement solutions to meet current and future needs. CDM Smith is not considering consulting firms for this position.
We are open to full-remote and hybrid schedules for this position.
- Under general direction, writes, edits and coordinates use of basic to advanced project technical specifications related to the engineering and architecture professions, using multiple specification platforms; MasterSpec, SpecsIntact, SpecPoint or client based content.
- Coordinates review of Division 00/01 with project managers and firm’s counsel. Can include integrating client front ends or generating EJCDC, DBIA or AIA front ends.
- Develops, maintains, and updates project specifications table of contents (TOC) based on section lists received from each discipline.
- Creates, updates, and maintains specification section development responsibility worksheets.
- Incorporates appropriate federal, state, and local requirements (including state or federal funding agency checklists, if applicable).
- Leads the quality checking process for the project technical specifications.
- Provides regular updates to each project’s PM and design engineer.
- Reviews project drawings for specification continuity.
- In partnership with other specification writers, Community of Practice (CoP) leaders and discipline leaders, updates and maintains the master specifications library. Recommends updates to specifications library and other related policies and procedures.
- Participates in writing new master specifications for the firm’s library as needed. Coordinates specific master specification divisions knowledge base as part of team.
- Uploads specifications sections into specifications systems (ex: ProjectWise) Compiles and maintains a complete project manual to be used for duplication and ad hoc reporting.
- Train, mentor, and encourage staff in developing spec writing proficiency and convey the importance of the specifications in concert with project delivery models.
- Coordinates the work of intermediate and entry level spec writers on assigned projects.
- Confirms and coordinates with administrative staff in preparation of documents for submittals.
- Liaison for project engagement with specification software platforms.
- Assist with project contract language and proposals.
- Performs ad hoc duties as required.
**Job Title:**
Intermediate Specification Writer
**Group:**
ISO
**Employment Type:**
Regular
**Minimum Qualifications:**
- Associate’s degree.
- 5 years of related experience.
- Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
- Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands.
**Preferred Qualifications:**
- Well-rounded experience with design, project management and construction administration.
- Experience writing and editing engineering technical specifications for public, government and private sector projects.
- Experience with environmental and water engineering preferred.
- Experience with CSI format requirements for technical specifications, EJCDC front end documents and working with multi-discipline teams to develop specifications required.
- Experience using master specifications, writing and editing vertical and horizontal construction specifications. Familiarity with DOT, SpecsIntact and international specifications preferred.
- Membership in CSI with CDT or CCS certification desirable or DBIA or other construction/design industry certification requiring education, experience, testing and CE credit requirements.
**EEO Statement:**
We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
**Why CDM Smith?:**
Check out this video and find out why our team loves to work here! (https://www.cdmsmith.com/en/Video/Meet-CDM-Smith)
**Join Us! CDM Smith – where amazing career journeys unfold.**
Imagine a place committed to offering an unmatched employee experience. Where you work on projects that are meaningful to you. Where you play an active part in shaping your career journey. Where your co-workers are invested in you and your success. Where you are encouraged and supported to do your very best and given the tools and resources to do so. Where it’s a priority that the company takes good care of you and your family.
Our employees are the heart of our company. As an employer of choice, our goal is to provide a challenging, progressive and inclusive work environment which fosters personal leadership, career growth and development for every employee. We value passionate individuals who challenge the norm, deliver world-class solutions and bring diverse perspectives. Join our team, and together we will make a difference and change the world.
**Job Site Location:**
United States - Nationwide
**Agency Disclaimer:**
All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement from the CDM Smith Recruitment Center Manager to receive payment for your placement. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of the CDM Smith staff will not be considered binding terms. All unsolicited resumes sent to CDM Smith and any resume submitted to any employee outside of CDM Smith Recruiting Center Team (RCT) will be considered property of CDM Smith. CDM Smith will not be held liable to pay a placement fee.
**Amount of Travel Required:**
5%
**Assignment Category:**
Fulltime-Regular
**Visa Sponsorship Available:**
No - We will not support sponsorship, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position
**Skills and Abilities:**
- Advanced knowledge of necessary formatting requirements for technical specifications.
- Advanced knowledge in MasterSpec, SpecsIntact and Microsoft Word software processing.
- Excellent skills with Excel and Teams, pdf formatting, and cloud-based document organizing.
- Strong ability to work within client-centered, multi‐discipline engineering design teams to both coordinate and lead project specifications development.
- Expert knowledge of project bidding and contract procedures.
- Strong problem‐solving skills.
- Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Expert knowledge of engineering design project specifications production and delivery methods, including alternate project delivery methods and approaches.
- Demonstrate diligence, attention to detail and an overall positive attitude when meeting deadlines.
- Provide consistency in the delivery of our project specifications.
**Background Check and Drug Testing Information:**
CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as “CDM Smith”) reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing.
**Pay Range Minimum:**
$60,070
**Pay Range Maximum:**
$99,091
**Additional Compensation:**
All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.
**Work Location Options:**
Fully Remote or Hybrid Work Options may be considered for successful candidate.
Employment TypeFull Time
-
Intermediate Specification Writer
CDM Smith Phoenix, AZ 85067Posted 14 days**40249BR**
**Requisition ID:**
40249BR
**Business Unit:**
TSU
**Job Description:**
CDM Smith is an engineering and construction firm delivering legendary service, smart solutions for the environment and infrastructure, and an unmatched experience for our clients and employees. Our firm works with clients around the world to implement solutions to meet current and future needs. CDM Smith is not considering consulting firms for this position.
We are open to full-remote and hybrid schedules for this position.
- Under general direction, writes, edits and coordinates use of basic to advanced project technical specifications related to the engineering and architecture professions, using multiple specification platforms; MasterSpec, SpecsIntact, SpecPoint or client based content.
- Coordinates review of Division 00/01 with project managers and firm’s counsel. Can include integrating client front ends or generating EJCDC, DBIA or AIA front ends.
- Develops, maintains, and updates project specifications table of contents (TOC) based on section lists received from each discipline.
- Creates, updates, and maintains specification section development responsibility worksheets.
- Incorporates appropriate federal, state, and local requirements (including state or federal funding agency checklists, if applicable).
- Leads the quality checking process for the project technical specifications.
- Provides regular updates to each project’s PM and design engineer.
- Reviews project drawings for specification continuity.
- In partnership with other specification writers, Community of Practice (CoP) leaders and discipline leaders, updates and maintains the master specifications library. Recommends updates to specifications library and other related policies and procedures.
- Participates in writing new master specifications for the firm’s library as needed. Coordinates specific master specification divisions knowledge base as part of team.
- Uploads specifications sections into specifications systems (ex: ProjectWise) Compiles and maintains a complete project manual to be used for duplication and ad hoc reporting.
- Train, mentor, and encourage staff in developing spec writing proficiency and convey the importance of the specifications in concert with project delivery models.
- Coordinates the work of intermediate and entry level spec writers on assigned projects.
- Confirms and coordinates with administrative staff in preparation of documents for submittals.
- Liaison for project engagement with specification software platforms.
- Assist with project contract language and proposals.
- Performs ad hoc duties as required.
**Job Title:**
Intermediate Specification Writer
**Group:**
ISO
**Employment Type:**
Regular
**Minimum Qualifications:**
- Associate’s degree.
- 5 years of related experience.
- Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
- Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands.
**Preferred Qualifications:**
- Well-rounded experience with design, project management and construction administration.
- Experience writing and editing engineering technical specifications for public, government and private sector projects.
- Experience with environmental and water engineering preferred.
- Experience with CSI format requirements for technical specifications, EJCDC front end documents and working with multi-discipline teams to develop specifications required.
- Experience using master specifications, writing and editing vertical and horizontal construction specifications. Familiarity with DOT, SpecsIntact and international specifications preferred.
- Membership in CSI with CDT or CCS certification desirable or DBIA or other construction/design industry certification requiring education, experience, testing and CE credit requirements.
**EEO Statement:**
We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
**Why CDM Smith?:**
Check out this video and find out why our team loves to work here! (https://www.cdmsmith.com/en/Video/Meet-CDM-Smith)
**Join Us! CDM Smith – where amazing career journeys unfold.**
Imagine a place committed to offering an unmatched employee experience. Where you work on projects that are meaningful to you. Where you play an active part in shaping your career journey. Where your co-workers are invested in you and your success. Where you are encouraged and supported to do your very best and given the tools and resources to do so. Where it’s a priority that the company takes good care of you and your family.
Our employees are the heart of our company. As an employer of choice, our goal is to provide a challenging, progressive and inclusive work environment which fosters personal leadership, career growth and development for every employee. We value passionate individuals who challenge the norm, deliver world-class solutions and bring diverse perspectives. Join our team, and together we will make a difference and change the world.
**Job Site Location:**
United States - Nationwide
**Agency Disclaimer:**
All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement from the CDM Smith Recruitment Center Manager to receive payment for your placement. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of the CDM Smith staff will not be considered binding terms. All unsolicited resumes sent to CDM Smith and any resume submitted to any employee outside of CDM Smith Recruiting Center Team (RCT) will be considered property of CDM Smith. CDM Smith will not be held liable to pay a placement fee.
**Amount of Travel Required:**
5%
**Assignment Category:**
Fulltime-Regular
**Visa Sponsorship Available:**
No - We will not support sponsorship, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position
**Skills and Abilities:**
- Advanced knowledge of necessary formatting requirements for technical specifications.
- Advanced knowledge in MasterSpec, SpecsIntact and Microsoft Word software processing.
- Excellent skills with Excel and Teams, pdf formatting, and cloud-based document organizing.
- Strong ability to work within client-centered, multi‐discipline engineering design teams to both coordinate and lead project specifications development.
- Expert knowledge of project bidding and contract procedures.
- Strong problem‐solving skills.
- Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Expert knowledge of engineering design project specifications production and delivery methods, including alternate project delivery methods and approaches.
- Demonstrate diligence, attention to detail and an overall positive attitude when meeting deadlines.
- Provide consistency in the delivery of our project specifications.
**Background Check and Drug Testing Information:**
CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as “CDM Smith”) reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing.
**Pay Range Minimum:**
$60,070
**Pay Range Maximum:**
$99,091
**Additional Compensation:**
All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.
**Work Location Options:**
Fully Remote or Hybrid Work Options may be considered for successful candidate.
Employment TypeFull Time
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