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Spectrum, the industry leader in PC-based human resource management
systems, seeks two experienced technical writers to join its Denver
documentation team.
Responsibilities:
* Develop and maintain documentation sets for software products
including, but not limited to, online help (Winhelp and HTML Help),
printed manuals, tutorials, and training aids
* Finish documents for print or Internet publishing
* Work with other writers to develop style, design, and tool
guidelines
* Perform other technical editing, writing, and design tasks as
required
Qualifications:
* Bachelor's degree in Technical Writing, English, Journalism, IS
or other related field
Professional Experience:
* 1-2 years experience developing online help and printed
documentation
* Demonstrated proficiency with Winhelp
* Strong desktop publishing skills
* Knowledge of Word97, Access97, and SQL Server a plus
* Demonstrated proficiency with Doc-to-Help or other help
authoring software
* Experience with graphics programs such as Corel PhotoPaint and
Draw
* Experience with Windows 95 or Windows NT 4.0
Personal Traits
* Attention to detail and the elements of quality publications
* Excellent editing and writing skills
* Ability to learn and use new computer systems quickly with
minimum guidance
* Ability to work well with a writing team, as well as
autonomously
* Self-motivation and initiative
* Ability to work in a fast-paced, constantly changing
environment, while at the same time staying focused on long-term goals
* Sense of humor
* Strong project management skills
Come join the Spectrum team. Mail, fax or e-mail your resume, salary
requirements, and a writing sample to:
SPECTRUM Human Resource Systems Corporation
Attn: Manager of Documentation
1625 Broadway, Suite 2600
Denver, CO 80202-4720
Fax: (303) 595-9970
E-mail: Webmaster -at- Spectrumhr -dot- com -ASCII or Word format only
No phone calls please.
Spectrum is an equal opportunity employer.
