Jack Henry & Associates

Mid-Level Technical Writer


PayCompetitive
LocationSpringfield/Missouri
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 13321

      Description & Requirements

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      At Jack Henry, we deliver technology solutions that are digitally transforming and empowering community banks and credit unions to provide enhanced and streamlined user experiences to their customers and members. Our best-in-class products are just the start as we lay the groundwork for the future of digital banking and payments. We hope you’ll join us. We can’t do it without you.

      A Mid-level Technical Writer, under general supervision, plans, writes, and edits multimedia and web-based publications. Products created include, but are not limited to, annual release/enhancement documentation, product support manuals, product training manuals, installation manuals, help documents, and tutorials in support of customer or internal organizations.

      What you’ll be responsible for:

      • Researching technical information and converting it into manuals and web-based documents for non-technical and technical users
      • Writing and maintaining XML files using the Darwin Information Typing Architecture (DITA) specification
      • Collaborating with engineers, product managers, quality assurance staff, and UX designers
      • Managing multiple projects, providing status updates, and tenaciously following through with busy or unresponsive subject matter experts (SMEs)

      What you’ll need to have:

      • Minimum of five years of experience in a credit union, bank, or other financial services setting or
      • Minimum of five years of experience in technical writing
      • Strong communication skills

      What would be nice for you to have:

      • Experience working with or using Symitar
      • Strong knowledge of the financial industry
      • Bachelor’s degree in technical writing, English, journalism, communications, or a related major
      • Familiarity with the principles of minimalism or topic-based writing

      If you got this far, we hope you're feeling excited about this opportunity. Even if you don't feel you meet every single requirement on this posting, we still encourage you to apply. We're eager to meet motivated people who align with Jack Henry’s mission and can contribute to our company in a variety of ways.

      Why Jack Henry?

      At Jack Henry, we pride ourselves through our motto of, "Do the right thing, do whatever it takes, and have fun." We recognize the value of our associates and believe much of our company’s strength and success depends on their well-being.

      We demonstrate our commitment by offering outstanding benefit programs to ensure the physical, mental & financial wellbeing of our people is always met.

      Culture of Commitment

      Ask our associates why they love Jack Henry, and many will tell you it is because our culture is exceptional. We do great things together. Rising to meet challenges and seeking opportunities is part of who we are as an organization. Our culture has helped us stay strong through challenging times and we credit our dedicated associates for our success. Visit our Corporate Responsibility site to learn more about our culture and commitment to our people, customers, community, environment, and shareholders.

      Equal Employment Opportunity

      At Jack Henry, we know we are better together. We value, respect, and protect the uniqueness each of us brings. Innovation flourishes by including all voices and makes our business—and our society—stronger. Jack Henry is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to providing equal opportunity in all of our employment practices, including selection, hiring, performance management, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, education, training, social, and recreational activities to all persons regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, genetic information, pregnancy, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, and military and veteran status, or any other protected status protected by local, state or federal law.

      No one will be subject to, and Jack Henry prohibits, any form of discipline, reprisal, intimidation, or retaliation for good faith reports or complaints of incidents of discrimination of any kind, pursuing any discrimination claim, or cooperating in related investigations.

      Requests for full corporate job description may be requested through the interview process at any time.

  • About the company

      Jack Henry & Associates, Inc. is a technology company and payment processing services for the financial services industry.