Technical Writer

Job Summary

Responsible for developing/creating and maintaining Air Methods documentation (policy manuals, processes and procedures manuals, forms, bulletins, etc.) while adhering to all AMC policies and appropriate regulatory bodies in the Corporate Publications Department.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities include the following:

• Collaborate with departmental subject matter experts to organize content, develop manuals and procedures, and revise existing content for Air Methods publications
• Conduct cross-department reviews to determine down-line effects and obtain internal and regulatory compliance approvals
• Create documentation/processes from an end user perspective
• Follow document control procedures and corporate style guide
• Ensure distribution from OEM’s, STC holders and other document owners
• Receive OEM Maintenance Documents into AMMIS and distribute to applicable groups
• Other duties as assigned

Subject to applicable laws and Air Method’s policies, regular attendance is an essential function of the position. All employees must follow Air Methods’ employment practices and policies.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. In accordance with applicable laws, Air Methods will provide reasonable accommodations that do not create an undue burden so disabled employees may perform the essential functions of the position.

Education & Experience

• Associate’s degree (AS/AA) in Journalism or Technical Communications from two-year college or university or one to three years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

• Knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations

• Knowledge of MS SharePoint 2010/2013

• Knowledge in FrameMaker preferred

Skills

• Ability to multi-task efficiently, work in a fast paced environment on multiple projects, has a strong attention for detail, and can meet deadlines

• Ability to recognize and adapt to changing requirements, schedule changes, and other challenges that might affect a project

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Experience in all aspects of planning, designing, implementing, testing and delivering a documentation project

  Computer Skills

• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook

• Experience with Adobe Technical Communications Suite including FrameMaker

• Experience with Adobe Illustrator, Microsoft Visio, or related tool

  Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• None

Air Methods is an EEO/AA employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.