Technical Documentation Specialist - Calgary, Canada - City of Calgary

City of Calgary

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Calgary, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join The City of Calgary.

City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance, promote physical and psychological safety, and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.

The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, antiracism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request.
As the Technical Documentation Specialist, you will be responsible for the creation, update, and management of clear, easytounderstand technical documentation including Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Emergency Response Plans (ERPs), and Code of Practices (COP)

Primary duties include:

Manage Standard Operating Procedures including the design, development and implementation of quality technical documentation that clearly outlines processes and complies with guidance for safety practices and public health and environmental regulations
Design, develop and update of technical documentation that supports safe and consistent work practices in the field operations including Emergency Response Plans (ERPs), Code of Practice documents (CoPs), etc.
Oversee standards, protocol, and methodology for technical documentation.

Play an administrative role with the documentation database used to manage the technical documentation in the field operations.
A completed 2 year diploma in in Information Design, Business Administration, Training, Communications, Technical Writing or a related discipline with at least 4 years' experience in developing, implementing, and evaluating technical documentation in an operational environment OR;

A degree in Information Design, Business Administration, Training, Communications, Technical Writing, or a related discipline with at least 2 years' experience in developing, implementing, and evaluating technical documentation in an operational environment.
Previous experience and/or training with business process analysis or development would be an asset.
Applicants with experience as an administrator of a compliance management systems software or documentation database would be desirable (ie, Navex Global's Policy Tech).
Success in this position requires the ability to work independently, take initiative and solve problems.
Welldeveloped critical thinking and communication skills will be important to help synthesize complex technical information.
A strong client service orientation and the ability to work effectively with a diverse client group is essential.
Must possess strong organizational and time management skills and have a demonstrated proficiency in effective management of projects.

Note:
Previous work samples/portfolio may be requested at time of interview.

Working Conditions:
Office environment with
occasional site visits which require the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Pre-employment RequirementsSuccessful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.

Union: CUPE Local 38
Business Unit: Water Services

Position Type: 1 Temporary (up to 18 months)