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Multiple Technical Writers

CTG provides industry-specific IT consulting to help our clients use technology as a competitive advantage. Based in an international network of offices throughout North America and Europe, CTG delivers high-value solutions and services when and where our clients need them.

We currently have a multiple Technical Writer openings for an exceptional client of ours located in Southeastern Tucson in the University of Arizona Technology park.

As a CTG employee, you'll work for our customers on a contract or project basis at their work locations. CTG employees represent CTG to our clients and we understand that your success is our success. As a result, we work hard to provide programs and processes to support you in performing your job, honing your skills, and advancing in your career.

With over 40 years of experience in the IT staffing and consulting industry, CTG is skilled at placing people like you in jobs they love.

JOB TITLE: Technical Writer

JOB LOCATION: Tucson, Arizona

CONTRACT DURATION: 1 year renewable contract

RATE: 35-45K DOE

THESE ARE W2 HOURLY POSITIONS WITH CTG - NO CORP-TO-CORP,
OR 1099'S PLEASE.

****We offer W2 Hourly; Salaried with full benefits OR Salaried with
limited benefits. I will discuss the all of the options, along with the pay
rates, during the phone screen. Please send your W2 pay requirements along
with your resume****

JOB DESCRIPTION:
Technical writer with 2-5 years experience dealing with
software/hardware writing for professional manuals like guides and references.

Required Skills:
Familiarity with Editors: FrameMaker or Adept Editor
Experience with Adobe products
Experience with DITA or IDWB a plus
Experience with SGML, HTML or ROBOHELP would be a plus

RECRUITER NAME: Danielle Duarte
PHONE: 1-800-510-8434
E-MAIL: Danielle.Duarte@ctg.com

Danielle Duarte
Sr. Technical Recruiter, CIR
Tel: 520-745-3864 Toll: 1-800-510-8434
Fax: 520-745-3946 Cell: 520-465-4363

CTG NAMED TO FORBES ANNUAL RANKING OF AMERICA'S 200 BEST SMALL COMPANIES OF 2009

www.ctg.com

Connect to me on:
http://www.linkedin.com/in/danielleduarte
http://twitter.com/TechRecruitr007
http://www.facebook.com/dee.duarte

Open Text has a new position

Program manager for the Open Text Fax Server product suite
Contact Sarah Harris or visit the Open Text website www.opentext.com for more information.

Open Text
155 N. Rosemont Boulevard, Suite 101
Tucson Arizona 85711

Do you want to work for an industry leader? Are you a team player who loves working in a high-tech environment? Modular Mining Systems, Inc., a subsidiary of Komatsu, is the global leader in the design and installation of real-time computer-based mine management systems. Providing high-tech products and cutting edge technology requires specialized and professional people who can make a difference. We are seeking the following position for our North American region based in our world headquarters in Tucson, Arizona:

Training Development Specialist

As a Training Development Specialist you will join a small, independent, and cohesive team that designs, develops and occasionally delivers technical training for internal technical support staff and external customers at mine sites around the world which utilize an expanding portfolio of Modular products. Developing high quality training products at an exemplary standard is our goal; therefore your role supports global training efforts by developing world class certification programs, new product training and remediation.

Applicants must have a two to five year track record of successful technical training design/development experience using various delivery media (web conference, online, video, etc.) and stand-up training delivery experience. Formal training/certification in instructional systems design (ISD) is required. You must be proficient in training needs analysis, developing objectives and metrics. A Bachelor’s degree is required. You must be proficient in Microsoft Office applications or equivalent. Experience in the mining industry is preferred. Spanish and/or Portuguese language skills preferred. Experience working with LMS (Moodle preferred). Experience with web 2.0 technologies as learning tools preferred. Potential worldwide travel (up to 20%) may be required. Legal US work authorization is required. No relocation assistance is available for this position.

If you are a training development professional who likes to develop technical training to improve the technical ability of others, then we can offer you great career potential in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, multicultural environment along with a competitive salary and benefits package. Please submit your resume and cover letter, along with your salary expectations, in confidence to Human Resources at jobs@mmsi.com. If applying directly by email, please enter “TDS2009” in the subject line.

Open Text has a new position open for a senior technical writer

Sr. Technical Writer at OpenText

Position Description

Performs as the senior writer for the fax server product lines. The position is reserved for seasoned writers with excellent skills in the relevant tools; the general technology being documented; the product itself; planning, scheduling, and estimating; and research. Manages own assignments and schedules with input from the product groupvia collaboration with project managers. Provides guidance to other writers.

Position Requirements

Bachelors degree in Technical Communications or a related field (such as English or Journalism); certificate in Technical Writing; or equivalent work experience
Minimum 8 years of experience in a technical writing environment in the software industry
Minimum 2+ years of experience at a senior level
Expertise with FrameMaker, RoboHelp, Flare or equivalent authoring tools.
Familiarity with networking, fax servers, telecommunications, relational databases, or client-server produ cts.
Demonstrated experience applying technical communications and software development best practices and contributing to improving practices.
Strong analytical skills, including written and verbal communication.
Knowledge of UI design and writing text for user assistance in the user interface.
Experience applying Microsoft standards for user interface design and publications, including the Microsoft Manual of Style for Technical Publications.
Ability to work effectively with virtual as well as local teams

If people want to contact me with questions, contact Sarah Harris or visit the Open Text website www.opentext.com

Open Text
155 N. Rosemont Boulevard, Suite 101
Tucson Arizona 85711

Interested candidates can apply on LinkedIn at: http://www.linkedin.com/jobs?viewJob=&jobId=646194&svfId=12196&trk=

Job Description
The Musical Instrument Museum (MIM) is looking for an enthusiastic and energetic individual to write and edit label copy and text for the 75,000 sq. ft. of permanent exhibitions. This position will work closely with curators, researchers, and exhibits staff to clarify information and message while creating texts that are interesting and engaging to visitors of all ages. This full-time, on-site position will have a duration of 18 to 24 months from date of hire. The individual filling the position may choose to work as a contracted consultant or as an employee of MIM. The Exhibit Writer will report to the Senior

Project Manager.
Responsibilities:

Create a unified voice and style for exhibition texts throughout the museum.
Collaborate with curators, consulting curatorial experts, and exhibits staff to understand, clarify, and disseminate information in a way that is accessible and engaging to a general audience.
Write clear and concise texts and labels that strictly adhere to established word counts.
Develop and execute a process that engages curators and content experts in an ongoing evaluation of label accuracy as writing and editing proceed.
Establish and track a style guide for exhibit copy within the=2 0museum context.
As time permits, edit and occasionally contribute written materials for other departments within the museum, e.g., for inclusion in the museum's monthly newsletter, the Museum's website, etc.

Skills

Bachelor's degree required. Master's degree preferred in Journalism, Museum Studies, Music, or related field. Museum experience desirable.
Exceptional writing and editing skills.
Proven ability to understand and accurately adapt complex and scholarly information into a word count, reading level, and voice that is accessible and interesting for a general audience.
Highly organized and detail-oriented.
Ability to work efficiently in a high-production, deadline-driven environment.
Must enjoy and have proven success working in a team environment.

Other:

If called for an interview, candidates will be expected to submit a more extensive portfolio of previous work, in addition to the writing samples requested upon application.
Position is located in the Phoenix, AZ metropolitan area.
Salary is commensurate with education and experience.
Evening and weekend work as necessary.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Qualified candidates should submit a letter of interest directly addressing the qualifications detailed above, resume or CV, three brief writing samples, and three professional references to:

Exhibit Writer Search
Musical Instrument Museum
8550 S. Priest Drive
Tempe, AZ 85284
HR@themim.org

Company Description
The Musical Instrument Museum (MIM) will celebrate the similarities and differences of the world's cultures as expressed through music – a language common to us all. With musical instruments from every country in the world, MIM will pay homage to the history and diversity of instruments and introduce museum guests to their varied and unique sounds. MIM will be an engaging, entertaining, and informative experience, in which the uninitiated and the knowledgeable, the young and the old will feel welcome. MIM is an approximately $125 million project. The 190,000 square foot building is currently under construction in Phoenix, Arizona and is scheduled to open in early 2010. Further information on MIM may be found at www.themim.org.
Additional Information

Local candidates only, no relocation (Phoenix, Arizona Area).
Job ID: 646194

December 29, 2008 — Manpower - WEB COPYWRITER

Short Description:
Small Business Group Customer Care Web Copy Writer serves to conceptualize and create a positive customer support experience through the user interface copy presented on our website.

Complete Description:
Small Business Group Customer Care Web Copy Writer serves to conceptualize and create a positive customer support experience through the user interface copy presented on our website.

The goal is clear set user expectations though the user interface copy (writing and editing) that is engaging and fun while adhering to our corporate standards and guidelines.

The Web Copy Writer must thrive working in a collaborative and fast-paced environment with interaction designers, proto-typers, researchers and product managers to "get a concept right early" and be able to collaborate with marketing on branding to provide copy continuity across shop, buy and use experience.

Once the copy is in production, the Web Copy Writer is involved in a continuous cycle of learning from customers, providing the learning back into strategy and content for upcoming releases and new growth ideas.

Typical Deliverables:

Primarily generates new content for assigned web site areas to provide product, service and relevant tips/information that helps people successfully select clients Customer Care options that are right for them

Proofreads and provides copy editing for assigned sections of the site for compliance with legal, style, and other corporate standards

Collects content for product and service feature information, making sure that information is relevant to the specific feature and not redundant

Working cross-functionally with web team, managers, and senior leadership to define application enhancements and scope release cycles

Working with Web Engineering and Development teams and QA to ensure implementation and testing of user interface copy

Identifies new areas of opportunity that provide high value as demonstrated by customer-based data (such as web site behavior or online surveys)

Develops job-specific skills and learns company policies and procedures to effectively complete standard assignments

Normally receives detailed instructions on all work

Developing and managing multiple project plans and deadlines. Coordinating and scheduling SBG Web Support and partner deliverables. Tracking and reporting out on the project status

Researches and shares the latest in web copy and industry trends, ongoing benchmarking

Applies insights derived from site data to drive strategic direction across multiple, complex projects that may involve multiple business and functional groups

Contributes to and maintains style guides

Collaborates with Copywriters and supports coworkers

Helps to define keywords to optimize for search engine optimization (SEO)

Knowledge of HTML, understanding of how copy translates to code

Generates new content Required 5 Years Expert
Proofreads and provides copy editing Required 5 Years Expert
Workings cross-functionally Required 3 Years Intermediate
Knowledge of HTML Required 3 Years Intermediate
Required 2 Years Beginner
Identifies new areas of opportunity that provide high value as demonstrated

3 Years Expert
Manages multiple project plans and deadlines Required 3 Years Expert
Contributes to and maintains style guides Required 3 Years Intermediate
1 Years Beginner
Helps to define keywords

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December 4 , 2008 — Cactus Communications - Freelance Technical Editors

Job Type Contract
Job Title Freelance Technical Editors Required
Company Cactus Communications

Description
The role entails editing English academic research papers on various subjects in physical sciences written by non-native speakers of English.

The editor would need to have impeccable spelling and grammar and the ability to write clear, concise, and extremely polite notes to the author for the clarification of any ambiguities in the text. Experience in editing/writing is a plus.

If you have access to the Chicago Manual of Style and/or other academic style manuals or are aware of the differences between British and American English (in terms of spelling and punctuation), please be sure to mention it in your application.

Preference is given to native speakers of English. An editing test will be administered to determine your quality and to negotiate a rate. The same test is given to all candidates; it is not part of a live document. All who qualify will be selected.

This is part of our ongoing recruitment efforts to expand our freelancer base. If you have responded to previous ads for our company, please don't apply again since your name is already in our records.

Salary
We currently have two levels of service: standard copyediting and a premium service (different from substantive editing). Our rates tend to be low for the first service and are more competitive for the second. We plan to add a proofreading service and a substantive editing service as well at some point. Rates are negotiated with each individual according to number of years of editing experience (particularly with ESL documents), quality of the edit, and quality in comparison to our other editors. Please state your minimum acceptable rate per word when you bid.

Qualifications
We require candidates that have qualifications in subjects such as engineering, computer science, physics, geology, and chemistry. We prefer candidates with some level of experience in editing documents written by non-native speakers of English, but this is not a strict requirement.

Name Sian D'Costa
Address Siân C. D'Costa Asst. Managing Editor - Freelancing Cactus Communications (Editage) 510 Shalimar Morya Park
Off Link Road, Andheri (W)
Mumbai 400 053
Tel: +91 22 6714-8888 Ext: 8826
Fax: +91 22 6714-8889
www.editage.com
Phone Tel: +91 22 6714-8888 Ext: 8826
Fax Fax: +91 22 6714-8889
Email freelancer@cactusglobal.com
Contact Instructions Please contact us via email for a copy of the test.

July 28, 2008 — Ventana Medical Systems (CTG) is recruiting for several Technical Writers

Ventana Medical Systems has a new project that requires a number of writers ASAP. A new department is being established to do rebranding and labeling (the company was recently purchased by Roche Pharmaceutical), create templates and style guides, convert existing documents, and put documents on line. There will be 5 to 10 positions, some contract, some permanent, some staff, some supervisory.

FrameMaker experience is highly desirable, possibly required. A FrameMaker trainer may also be wanted.

If you think this opportunity might be of interest to you, the hiring manager, Anita Wample, can be reached at 520-229-3975.

Feb 11, 2008 — Computer Task Group, Inc (CTG) is recruiting for several contract Technical Writers

CTG is currently seeking multiple (5) technical writers with 2-5 years experience dealing with software/hardware writing for professional manuals like guides and references. The opening is for our client which is one of the largest IT companies in the world, located in the southeast Tucson area. The contract is for a renewable 1 year period. The pay is 40-60K DOE.

Job Description: The writers would be part of a peak performing team developing customer information using Darwin Information Type Architecture (DITA). The writer must be a team player willing to partner with developers, testers, support folks and Interaction Design teams to design and develop the right information for our customers. The position also requires excellent communication and writing skills, and outstanding planning and organization skills. Qualified candidates must have experience creating customer documentation and online help for software products.

Required Skills

Familiarity with editors such as FrameMaker or Adept Editor

Experience with Adobe products

Experience with SGML, DITA, HTML, or RoboHelp would be a plus

2+ years experience with customer documentation for software products

Note: Prospective candidates will be asked to take part in a short 30 minutes skills assessment and to provide writing samples.

Contact
Danielle Duarte, Sr. Technical Recruiter
Danielle.Duarte@ctg.com
520-745-3864
For information about CTG, please visit www.ctg.com

October 5, 2008 — Ventana Medical Systems (CTG) is seeking to fill a few more positions

Ventana Medical Systems is seeking a Senior Group Leader (Full time, permanent)

Manages the development, maintenance and publication of documentation and labeling for Ventana Medical Systems products.

Coordinates and monitors document translation labeling activities.

Coordinates and monitors corporate standards and certificate library management activities.

Supervises the Technical Documentation Department personnel.

Ventanat Medical Systems is also seeking a Sr. Program Manager (Full time, temporary)

This position is responsible for directing all strategic and tactical aspects of the Labeling/ Branding, Web portal & global product registration projects for the Quality Systems business unit, ensuring an outstanding customer experience consistent with the vision for global compliance & corporate directives.
Internal to the business unit, the Sr. Program Manager orchestrates program development work to ensure a robust and integrated design, and an on-time delivery of functionality to meet customer and business requirements and expectations. This role will also plan, manage and coordinate internal program teams, external vendors and global customer-impacting activities to ensure effective and positive interactions. This will require on-time and high quality delivery of project status plans, updates, deliverables and risk abatement when necessary.

To apply for either of these positions, please go to the Ventana web site at www.ventanamed.com and click Employment.

July 28, 2008 — Ventana Medical Systems (CTG) is recruiting for several Technical Writers

Ventana Medical Systems has a new project that requires a number of writers ASAP. A new department is being established to do rebranding and labeling (the company was recently purchased by Roche Pharmaceutical), create templates and style guides, convert existing documents, and put documents on line. There will be 5 to 10 positions, some contract, some permanent, some staff, some supervisory.

FrameMaker experience is highly desirable, possibly required. A FrameMaker trainer may also be wanted.

If you think this opportunity might be of interest to you, the hiring manager, Anita Wample, can be reached at 520-229-3975.

Feb 11, 2008 — Computer Task Group, Inc (CTG) is recruiting for several contract Technical Writers

CTG is currently seeking multiple (5) technical writers with 2-5 years experience dealing with software/hardware writing for professional manuals like guides and references. The opening is for our client which is one of the largest IT companies in the world, located in the southeast Tucson area. The contract is for a renewable 1 year period. The pay is 40-60K DOE.

Job Description: The writers would be part of a peak performing team developing customer information using Darwin Information Type Architecture (DITA). The writer must be a team player willing to partner with developers, testers, support folks and Interaction Design teams to design and develop the right information for our customers. The position also requires excellent communication and writing skills, and outstanding planning and organization skills. Qualified candidates must have experience creating customer documentation and online help for software products.

Required Skills

Familiarity with editors such as FrameMaker or Adept Editor

Experience with Adobe products

Experience with SGML, DITA, HTML, or RoboHelp would be a plus

2+ years experience with customer documentation for software products

Note: Prospective candidates will be asked to take part in a short 30 minutes skills assessment and to provide writing samples.

Contact
Danielle Duarte, Sr. Technical Recruiter
Danielle.Duarte@ctg.com
520-745-3864
For information about CTG, please visit www.ctg.com

Feb 8, 2008 — Ventana Medical Systems is seeking one or more contract Technical Writers
Ventana Medical Systems has an urgent need for a contract person or people who have skills in FrameMaker as well as structured document development, who can start immediately. Documentation that is developed will be suitable for publishing in print, electronic delivery, and context sensitive help.

Technical background for professional documentation (that is, non-consumer)

Work entails both user instructions and service instructions

Anticipated duration - two to four months

Local to Tucson highly preferred: the successful candidate will need to spend some time on site at Ventana, discussing the product with development staff

Contact: Rodney Kugizaki
Director, SW Systems
Ventana Medical Systems, Inc.
1910 Innovation Park Drive
Tucson, AZ 85755
(520) 229-4103
rkugizaki@ventanamed.com

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