Technical Writers on Technical Staff: An Alternative Career Path
http://www.stc.org/confproceed/1994/PDFs/PG165167.PDF

Tatge, Pamela K.
STC Proceedings
1994

Abstract:

The technical ladder provides an alternative to the traditional management ladder rewarding top performers while encouraging them to continue doing what they do best. Technical staff can provide a career path for technical writers who plan to remain with the same company over a long period of time. Not everyone can become a manager; not everyone can become a member of technical staff. But, a dual ladder significantly increases the opportunities for recognition and for job satisfaction.