Fast Facts

Skyward is seeking a motivated Technical Writer to create and maintain user-friendly documentation for their software solutions aimed at K-12 schools. The ideal candidate will thrive in a team environment and demonstrate excellent writing and communication skills.

Responsibilities: Develop and update technical documentation for Skyward software, ensuring accuracy and usability, while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Skills: Strong writing abilities, knowledge of DITA standards, teamwork, attention to detail, and effective verbal communication.

Qualifications: Experience with technical writing, familiarity with software documentation practices, and ability to learn quickly.

Location: Corporate Office, Stevens Point, WI with potential remote opportunities in select states.

Compensation: $22 - $24 / Hourly

Company Description

If you are looking to join a global company with a family feel, you'll find your perfect fit at Skyward, where we build software solutions for K-12 schools. Just imagine getting to help students, teachers, and school administrators succeed every day — you can't say that about every job! 

We take great pride in our work, but also in our work environment: teamwork, enthusiasm, continuous improvement, and, of course, a bit of fun. When you join our team there is only one way your career will go - Skyward! 

To learn more about Skyward’s careers, history, products, and customers, go to www.skyward.com. 

Thank you for your interest! 

Job Description

Position: Technical Writer 

Location: Corporate Office, Stevens Point, WI 

*May include remote opportunities in the following states: AZ, FL, IL, IN, KS, MI, MN, TN, TX, UT, WI. No relocation assistance is provided.  

Starting Salary: $22.11 - $24.32 (wage commensurate with experience) 

The software Technical Writer is responsible for creating and maintaining clear, accurate, and user-friendly documentation related to Skyward data systems, software functionality, and operational processes. This content is integrated into the content management system and serves as a key resource for end users (customers), Skyward support staff, and training teams.

Documentation is developed collaboratively with product owners, scrum development teams, training personnel, customer service representatives, and end users to ensure accuracy and relevance.

The writer researches, authors, and updates content in alignment with departmental standards and guidelines. Additionally, they may provide feedback on software usability to enhance the overall user experience.

Key attributes of a Technical Writer include:  

• Excellent writing skills, with knowledge of and adherence to standard software document styles 
• Understands the Darwin Information Typing Architecture (DITA) and the corporate information model for developing content and uses that understanding to produce effective user-centered content 
• Appropriate interpersonal skills to be able to work well within a team environment 
• Accuracy in work habits and data entry 
• Verbal communication skills to express issues related to completion of project 
• Demonstrated skills in learning information and procedures quickly 

 Essential Responsibilities:

• Develops knowledge of Skyward software functionality 
• Writes content pieces on software functionality and usage, applying appropriate style and DITA standards 
• Participates in Content and eLearning team backlog development and refining, as well as project time estimates 
• Meets team timelines for development of written content 
• Immediate supervisor may assign other short-term duties and responsibilities 

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Technical Writer Job Description

Want to learn more about this department and the skills it takes to succeed as a member of the Skyward team?  Spend some time on our careers page at https://www.skyward.com/careers. You'll learn more about our culture, expectations, and even the day-to-day mission of the department you're applying for. 

A better working experience starts here! 

Additional Information

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Skyward, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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