Entry-Level Technical Writer

The work must be performed on site in Salt Lake City, Utah. If you are interested in applying for this position, please e-mail:

• A cover letter listing the position you are applying for
• Your resume (must contain a detailed work history)
• An initial screening (download screening)
• A completed qualifications survey (download survey)
• A three-page technical writing sample, if you have technical writing experience
• A completed reference check permission form (download form)

You must submit ALL of the requested application materials or your email will be deleted and you will not hear from us.

(send application materials to technicalwriter@niche-associates.com; note the position you are applying for in the subject line of your e-mail)

No commercial experience is necessary. However, two years of experience and a writing sample is desired. Candidates must have a four-year degree and must have impeccable writing and editing skills. Candidates must also have an aptitude for understanding and explaining technical subjects. Applicants will be required to take a comprehensive writing and editing skills test. Candidates who perform well on the test normally take three to five hours to complete the test.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Minimum BA or BS Degree in English, Technical Writing, Communications, or a related field; or BS degree in a technical field with exceptional writing skills
• Impeccable writing and editing skills, with writing samples that demonstrate these skills
• The ability to produce publication-quality written material very quickly
• A demonstrated technical aptitude (apparent in your past experience)
• Strong research skills
• Considerable experience researching on the Internet
• Intermediate level proficiency with computers and in common applications such as Microsoft Office, OpenOffice, Adobe Acrobat, electronic mail, and Web browsers
• The ability to effectively communicate and cooperate with co-workers
• A willingness to be edited (without taking feedback personally)
• The ability to effectively manage your time and projects
• Honesty, reliability, punctuality

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office or OpenOffice tools
• Expert level proficiency in Adobe Acrobat (full version) and at least one HTML editor
• Expert level proficiency in one or more professional publishing or design programs (FrameMaker, InDesign, Quark, Interleaf, etc.)
• Proficiency in RoboHelp
• An understanding of computer networking concepts

To perform well in this position you must be organized and detail-oriented, and you must be able to present information in a clear, compelling way. You must have strong grammar skills. You must be able to write in a conversational, yet professional, tone and style. You must be a fast, independent worker who can produce publication-quality on first drafts and effectively manage your workload with minimal supervision.

This position is a full-time position. You must be able to work normal business hours, at either the Niche offices or a client site. You must be willing to occasionally work a flexible schedule; there will be instances when you are required to adjust your schedule in order to meet a deadline.

The starting salary for this position is negotiable, within in the entry-level market range.

Niche Associates offers excellent benefits including paid medical and dental insurance, disability insurance, a 401k plan with a 50 percent employer match on up to 6 percent of salary, cafeteria plan, profit sharing, bonuses, paid personal time, paid holidays, and a pleasant work environment. Niche also pays additional compensation for all hours worked over 80 in a two-week work period.

Please do not phone or contact us, except by the provided e-mail address, unless we first contact you.

Niche Associates is an equal opportunity employer; we welcome applications from all qualified individuals.

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