Technical Writer - Tech Writer - Ms - Medicaid

Technical Wrier, MS (data governance documentation)

Jackson Mississippi-39211

Key Notes

• Experience in data governance documentation,data access controls is given preference
• Onsite -Preference will be given to candidates who can work Onsite on daily basis 40 hours a week. Alternatively, candidates who travel will be considered, however, they will be required to be in the office, in Jackson, MS, every other week, for the duration of the contract.

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Technical Writer to develop and maintain system documentation for this project. The Technical Writer will play a crucial role in documenting the technical aspects of the Data Lake implementation. Additionally, the role will involve establishing and maintaining process documentation for the Division of Medicaid, reviewing and updating data dictionaries, and capturing business rules and requirements for technical projects throughout the agency.

Responsibilities

• Version Control: Implement version control for all technical documentation to track changes, updates, and revisions effectively.
• Data Governance Documentation: Assist in developing documentation related to data governance policies, data access controls, and data classification standards.
• Quality Assurance: Review and edit technical documents for clarity, consistency, and adherence to established standards.
• Knowledge Transfer: Facilitate knowledge transfer sessions with team members to ensure proper understanding and utilization of technical documentation.
• Data Lake Documentation: Work closely with technical and subject matter experts to document the technical aspects of the Data Lake implementation, including data architecture, data flow diagrams, data mapping, data definitions, and system integrations.
• Data Dictionaries: Review and update data dictionaries regularly to ensure accuracy and completeness, collaborating with Data Engineers and Analysts to reflect any changes or additions.
• Business Rules and Requirements: Collaborate with stakeholders to capture business rules and requirements for Data projects, ensuring clear and well-documented specifications.
• Agency-wide Technical Documentation: Establish, integrate, and maintain comprehensive technical documentation for the Division of Medicaid, including standard operating procedures (SOPs), guidelines, and best practices.

Required Skills

• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with technical teams to gather information and produce accurate documentation.
• 3 years of experience as a Technical Writer, preferably in a technology or data-related field.
• Strong understanding of technical concepts and the ability to translate complex technical information into clear and concise documentation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Proven experience documenting data-related projects, data flows, data mappings, and system integrations.

Preferred

• -Familiarity with Data and Analytics concepts, tools, and methodologies.
• Experience with data governance documentation and data access controls.