Training and Documentation Specialist
Guidehouse
This job at a glance
- Who can apply
- New grads and up to 2 years
- Must know
- OnboardingBusiness analysisStakeholder managementExcelMicrosoft Office
- Work
- On-site in McLean
- Pay
- Not stated by the employer.
- Skill demand
- Onboarding33%Excel31%Stakeholder management24%Business analysis10%of 99 similar entry-level jobs posted in the US this week
- Listed
- Oct 29, 2026 · still open
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Job Title: Training and Documentation Specialist
About the Role
- Support onboarding and ongoing training initiatives by providing resources, answering questions, and helping users understand procedures and tools.
- Assist with process improvement efforts by identifying opportunities to streamline documentation and enhance training effectiveness.
- Travel Required: Up to 10%
- Clearance Required: Ability to Obtain Public Trust
Key Responsibilities
- Help to develop, organize, and maintain training materials, user guides, standard operating procedures, job aids, and other documentation to support team and organizational needs.
- Collaborate with subject matter experts and stakeholders to gather information, identify documentation requirements, and ensure content is accurate, clear, and current.
- Create and deliver training content for clients, including presentations, workshops, and other instructional materials that support learning and adoption.
- Review, edit, and update existing documentation to improve usability, consistency, and alignment with policies, processes, and systems.
- Maintain documentation libraries and training records, ensuring materials are organized, accessible, and version-controlled.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, especially Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing needs.
Qualifications
- Associate’s degree or 2 years equivalent of experience in lieu of formal education.
- Experience in training, technical writing, documentation development, instructional design, or a related role.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain complex information in a clear and user-friendly way.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
What Would Be Nice To Have
- Experience supporting training or documentation within an IT, grants, or administrative environment.
- Familiarity with digital adoption platforms such as WalkMe, content management systems, or documentation platforms.
- Experience creating online learning content, tutorials, or process maps.
- Knowledge of adult learning principles or instructional design best practices.
- Experience working with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced organization.