Mentoring Documentation Technical Writing Consultant

Mentoring Documentation Technical Writing Consultant (Jobs in Lansing, MI) Requirement id 156893 Job title Consultant Job location in Lansing, MI Skills required Mentoring, WCAG 2.1, Documentation, Technical Writing Open Date 02-Feb-2026 Close Date Job type Contract Duration 6 Months Compensation DOE Status requirement --- Job interview type --- Email Recruiter:coolsoft Job Description Consultant: Mentoring, WCAG 2.1, Documentation, Technical Writing Start date : 03/02/2026 End Date : 6 Months from projected start date Submission deadline : 2/9/2026 10:00:00 AM Client Info : MDARD Note: Interview Process: 1st round via MS Teams. 2nd round will likely be in-person. Candidates must be available for an in-person interview. Duration: 6 months Hybrid: Resource will be working a hybrid schedule. NO REMOTE ONLY OPTION. Will need to be onsite from day 1, two days per week (Wednesdays and Thursdays are current required onsite days). Local candidates (strongly preferred) or non-local (must be willing to relocate at their own expense from acceptance with no delays & follow the hybrid schedule). If you submit a non-local candidate who needs to relocate, please ensure they are aware this is a short-term position. Description : u2022 Develops and maintains user and technical documentation and project process documentation for Application Teams. Understands the users view of applications and /or technology and is able to put procedures in a logical sequence. Provides expertise on technical concepts of applications and /or user groups and structuring procedures in a logical sequence, due to a broad understanding of the applications. Writes a variety of technical articles, reports, brochures, and/or manuals for documentation for a wide range of uses. May be responsible for coordinating the display of graphics and the production of the document. u2022 Develop, enhance, and maintain user documentation for multiple applications including documentation required for the operations provider. Develop on-line source documentation as appropriate. Maintain documentation libraries and subscription lists. Identify, create, revise, and maintain documentation and templates. Ensure appropriate control access/use of documentation materials. Maintain application and user documentation. Ensure messages and terminology is consistent across all written materials. Research and complete documentation service requests. Communicate accurate and useful status updates. Manage and report time spent on all work activities. Follow quality standards. Ability to work in a team environment. Strong communication skills; both written and spoken. u2022 Composes technical documents, manuals, bulletins, brochures, publications, training manuals, and special reports. Organizes and coordinates the composition of material and drafting of forms suitable for reproduction. Reviews and edits prepared material and illustrations. Develops and refines material for publication in journals and periodicals. Prepares informational material for release to the mass media. Works with agency staff in the development of formats, graphics, and the layout of publications. Assists agency staff in preparing and refining material for speeches and other public presentations. May research product design, capabilities, and compatibility ranges. u2022 May oversee the writing, editing, publishing, and distribution of specification documents. May review various resources and prepare analyses or summaries. May train others. Experience in technical writing, journalism, or communications work. Knowledge of the techniques and methods of planning, organizing, and writing various types of materials; of research methodology; and of departmental policies, procedures, and regulations. Specific PositionExperienceRequired: u2022 Minimum 1 year mentoring and working with teams to implement standards for documentation, including the development and delivery of related training materials. u2022 Minimum 2 years reviewing existing documentation against standards. Documenting and prioritizing identified gaps. u2022 Minimum 1 year of working with work products and projects with purposeful ADA WCAG2.1AA focus. Minimum 1 year of experience working with ADA tools associated with technical writing (e.g. Microsoft accessibility ch Call502-379-4456 Ext 100for more details. Please provide Requirement id: 156893 while calling. EOE Protected Veterans/Disability

Created: 2026-02-04