Barr Engineering Minneapolis , MN 55415
Posted 5 days ago
Job Description:
Summary:
The person in this position will provide communications and administrative support to project teams, project managers, and other company leaders to support both internal and external project efforts. Work assignments may include technical writing, editing, proofreading, and technical editing of reports and other project-related communications. The successful candidate for this position will demonstrate outstanding writing and editing skills, as well as strong organization, communication, and client-service skills. The person in this role will work closely with engineers, scientists, and business unit leaders across Barr offices and geographies.
This is a full-time position with hours varying based on project and client needs. Applicants seeking both full-time and part-time work will be considered.
Communications and administrative support tasks may include:
Preparing content that is accessible and tailored to the needs of the target audience
Researching technical concepts and make them easy to understand by the target audience
Working with internal teams to obtain an in-depth understanding of the objectives and audience
Generating documents that follow organizational standards
Providing and coordinating Quality Assurance and Quality Control for project documents
Formatting, organizing, and producing electronic documents
Developing visual presentation materials
Coordinating content from multiple authors into cohesive documents supporting consistent objectives
Minimum Qualifications:
Five or more years of experience in a comparable position
Strong computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat
Strong writing and editing skills
Strong technological acumen/curiosity with the ability to seek understanding independently prior to asking for help
Capacity to thrive in a fast-paced environment, where multiple people will provide work direction
Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks
Strong oral and written communication skills, including above average grammar
Strong listening skills
Demonstrated attention to detail and task follow-through
Strong client-service mentality and an attitude and desire to help project teams be successful
Self-initiative and motivation with an emphasis on client service
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with colleagues and clients at all levels
Ability to work effectively with a variety of personalities and build working relationships
Ability to work with partial information, identify further data necessary to effectively complete tasks, and either prepare preliminary but incomplete work products or work with individuals to collect necessary data for the preparation of complete work products
Flexible working style and willingness to occasionally modify personal schedule to help meet project deadlines
Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
Legal authorization to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship from Barr, now or in the future
Possession of a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in English, communications, or a related field
Experience providing proofreading of technical reports
Experience managing an intranet, intranet pages, and/or intranet content
Advanced MS Office Suite skills
Experience with Microsoft Office 365 platforms including SharePoint Online and MS Teams
Working knowledge of graphic design and document design principles
Knowledge of InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, and/or Acrobat software
Experience preparing visual presentation materials
A hybrid work arrangement may be considered for this position. A hybrid work arrangement refers to splitting time worked between a Barr office and a home office. This position is based out of Barr's Minneapolis, Minnesota, office.
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Open positions at Barr Engineering Co. do not have application deadlines. Barr Engineering Co. is an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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