Overview
Location : Washington, DC
Work Arrangement : Hybrid
Duration : 12 month contract, with possible extension
W-2 or 1099
No C2C, visa transfers, or sponsorship
Job Description
The DNA Group is seeking an expert-level Technical Writer to create and maintain a wide range of high-quality documentation for public and internal audiences. This role demands a strong ability to translate complex technical, legal, and policy-related concepts into clear, accessible documents that support data governance, regulatory compliance, and program transparency.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain technical documentation including data governance manuals, stewardship procedures, audit policies, risk management plans, and reporting standards.
- Ensure documentation supports data availability, integrity, quality, and security, while complying with federal and local data privacy regulations.
- Collaborate with subject matter experts (SMEs) to research, draft, and edit accurate and consistent documentation.
- Maintain high standards for readability, grammar, and clarity; review and edit work produced by others.
- Define and document governance and stewardship practices, including procedures for future updates and revisions.
- Be familiar with educational research terminology and capable of producing structured, maintainable, and scalable documentation systems.
- Coordinate visuals and ensure final documentation conforms to internal standards.
- Create public-facing content that communicates complex educational and vocational program information clearly.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in IT, Data Science, Statistics, Business Analytics, or a related field — or equivalent professional experience.Required Experience
Writing technical instruction manuals and how-to guides : 10 years (Required)Writing policies and procedures related to federal and local compliance : 7 years (Required)Expertise in MS Office and Visio : 10 years (Required)Bachelor’s degree in IT or related field or equivalent experience : 16 years (Required)This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is
Detail-oriented – carefully documents technical content and ensures consistency, accuracy, and clarity across all materials.Analytical – able to interpret complex regulations and translate them into clear, actionable documentation.Collaborative – works effectively with subject matter experts and stakeholders to gather and validate content.Organized – manages multiple writing projects and deadlines while maintaining high quality and compliance standards.Technical-minded – understands data governance, IT systems, and documentation tools like Microsoft Office and Visio.Clear communicator – translates complex technical concepts into simple, public-facing and internal-facing language.Independent – self-directed and capable of working with minimal supervision to meet project goals.Mission-driven – passionate about supporting educational or workforce development programs through clear, accessible communication.The DNA Group maintains a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug testing, where applicable, in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior levelEmployment type
ContractJob function
Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing / EditingIndustries
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