Job Description:
Summary:
The person in this position will provide administrative and communications support to project teams, project managers, and other senior leaders to support both internal and external project efforts. Work assignments may include developing visual presentations; editing, proofreading, or technical editing of reports and emails; and developing and sharing compelling stories in a range of media, including videos, presentations, graphics, and intranet pages. You'll create communications about client projects, business unit updates, initiatives, priorities, and more.
The successful candidate for this position will demonstrate outstanding writing and editing skills, experience in graphic design and multimedia content development, as well as strong organization and client-service skills.
In this role, you'll work closely with engineers, scientists, and business unit leaders across offices and geographies.
Minimum Qualifications:
Three or more years of experience in a comparable position
Strong computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat
Proficient writing and editing skills
Working knowledge of graphic design and document design principles
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
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 schedules to help meet project deadlines
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:
Five or more years of experience in a comparable position
Bachelor's degree in English, communications, marketing, or related field
Experience providing proofreading of technical reports
Internal communications experience
Experience managing an intranet, intranet pages, and/or intranet content
Experience with Microsoft Office 365 platforms including SharePoint Online and MS Teams
Knowledge of InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, and/or Acrobat software
Document design and graphic design skills
Experience preparing visual presentation materials
Photography experience
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.