Technical Writer

Aptive is seeking a Technical Writer provides enterprise-level support to standardize occupational position descriptions across Veterans Integrated Service Networks (VISNs) and Health Service Areas (HSAs). This role is responsible for analyzing, consolidating, and developing standardized position descriptions that eliminate redundancies and ensure consistency across the organization. The position combines program management, analytical assessment, and technical writing expertise to align occupational requirements with organizational frameworks and VA classification standards.

Program Management & Analysis

• Review and analyze up to 18 existing position descriptions per occupation across multiple locations.
• Identify commonalities, inconsistencies, and duplicative functions across VISNs and HSAs.
• Conduct gap analyses to evaluate differences between current and desired standardized structures.
• Develop and recommend consolidation strategies to support enterprise-wide consistency.
• Align occupational functions with the Mission, Function, and Tasks (MFT) framework.

Technical Writing & Standardization

• Develop standardized position descriptions (6–8 pages each) applicable across all locations.
• Define and document:
• Core duties and responsibilities (including time allocations)
• Required knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs)
• Licensure and certification requirements
• Eliminate location-specific tasks to ensure enterprise applicability.
• Ensure clarity, consistency, and usability of all documentation.

Classification & Compliance

• Incorporate classification factors and provide grade level justifications.
• Ensure alignment with VA classification standards and occupational series requirements.
• Apply VA Style Guide standards to all written deliverables.
• Ensure all documents meet Section 508 accessibility compliance requirements.

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Collaborate with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to validate duties, requirements, and occupational standards.
• Facilitate iterative review cycles to refine and finalize content.
• Incorporate SME feedback to ensure technical accuracy and operational relevance.

Quality Assurance

• Conduct comprehensive reviews of all deliverables for:
• Technical accuracy
• Consistency and clarity
• Proper classification formatting
• Compliance with VA standards and accessibility requirements
• Ensure final products meet enterprise-level standardization goals.

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Technical Writing, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of experience in technical writing, program management support, or workforce/job analysis.
• Experience developing position descriptions, functional statements, or occupational documentation.
• Strong analytical skills with experience conducting gap analyses and data synthesis.
• Familiarity with federal classification standards (preferably VA or OPM).
• Demonstrated ability to translate complex information into clear, structured documentation.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a public trust clearance
• Legal Authorization to work in the U.S.

• Experience working with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) or other federal agencies.
• Knowledge of VA classification standards and occupational frameworks.
• Experience applying Section 508 accessibility requirements.
• Background in workforce planning, HR classification, or organizational design.

Aptive partners with federal agencies to achieve their missions through improved performance, streamlined operations and enhanced service delivery. Based in Alexandria, Virginia, we support more than a dozen agencies including Veterans Affairs, Transportation, Defense, Homeland Security and the National Science Foundation. ​

We specialize in applying technology, creativity and human-centered services to optimize mission delivery and improve experiences for millions of people who count on government services every day. ​

Founded: 2012 Employees: 300+ nationwide

Aptive is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, parental status, veteran status, age, disability, or any other protected class.

Veterans, members of the Reserve and National Guard, and transitioning active-duty service members are highly encouraged to apply.