IT Software Documentation Specialist - Sedgwick Claims Management Services, Inc.

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IT Software Documentation Specialist

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Researches, writes, edits and maintains various forms of media regarding software enhancements, technical procedures, processes and other information; interprets highly-technical and intensive notes and transforms into user-friendly and easy-to-understand documentation.
• Writes technical communications and documentation involving discussions on subject matter with programmers and other experts to become more knowledgeable and familiar with company software and technology.
• Creates, edits and designs content for various Web sites - Internet, Intranet and Online Help.
• Contributes creative skills as needed for: 1) writing special interest and employee relations articles; 2) designing and creating brochures, guides, publications, internal and external communications, report samples, promotional materials; 3) graphic designs for illustrations, charts and photographs included in publications; and 4) other assignments as needed.
• Assists other departments with technology-related projects by writing, editing and reviewing creative materials as well as providing information and direction.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Supports the organization's quality program(s).
• Travels as required.
   
  WORK ENVIRONMENT
   
  When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.
   
  Mental: Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment, troubleshooting, problem solving, analysis, and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines
   
  Physical: Computer keyboarding, travel as required
   
  Auditory/Visual: Hearing, vision and talking
   
  NOTE: Credit security clearance, confirmed via a background credit check, is required for this position.
   
  The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.
   
  • Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies
  • Ability to perform multiple tasks and set priorities
  • Ability to work in a team environment
  • Ability to keep abreast of technical communications trends
  • Creative, innovative and detail oriented
  • Excellent negotiation skills
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Technical, analytical and interpretive skills
  • Good knowledge of how to locate and identify essential information
  • Strong communication skills including accurate spelling and use of the English language in both written and oral communications
  • Good knowledge of technology verbiage for documentation of procedures and directions for usage

Education & Licensing

Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Journalism, or related field from an accredited college or university preferred.

Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.

If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, consider applying for it anyway! Sedgwick is building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and recognizes that each person possesses a unique combination of skills, knowledge, and experience. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.