Associate Editor

J. J. Keller & Associates, Inc.; Neenah (WI); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

J. J. Keller & Associates, Inc. is seeking an Associate Editor to research, write, and edit materials for guides, manuals, newsletters, and online services. You will update existing resources and serve as a subject matter expert for internal teams and external partners.

This role thrives in a deadline-driven environment, with opportunities to grow expertise in a collaborative, innovative setting and to contribute to multiple products and services across North America.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field.
• In lieu of a Bachelor's degree, two years of additional related experience may be considered.
• 1+ years of experience as a researcher, writer or editor in a deadline-oriented publishing or research environment.
• Experience developing written materials.

Responsibilities

• Researches, writes, reviews and/or edits material for guides/manuals, handbooks, newsletters and on-line services.
• Provides regulatory knowledge, product knowledge and training support to external customers via phone and e-mail.
• Suggests new products/services and revisions of existing products/services.
• Actively seeks to stay current with trends and specific developments in assigned subject areas in order to facilitate the above responsibilities.

Skills

Research

Writing

Editing

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Experience in lieu

Tools

MS Office

Adobe InCopy

Content Management Systems

Job description

Requisition #: 20886

Functional Area: Editorial/Writing/Research

Employment Type: Full-Time

Work Options: In Office / Partial Remote from Neenah/Appleton/Oshkosh area

Work Hours: Standard Business Hours

Position Summary

J. J. Keller's Editorial team is hiring an Associate Editor. As an Associate Editor, you’ll research, write, and edit materials that make a real impact. You’ll develop new content, update existing resources, and serve as a trusted subject matter expert for internal teams and external partners.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a deadline-driven environment, loves digging into details, and wants to grow their expertise in a collaborative, innovative setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Researches, writes, reviews and/or edits material for guides/manuals, handbooks, newsletters and on-line services.
• Provides regulatory knowledge, product knowledge and training support to external customers via phone and e-mail.
• Suggests new products/services and revisions of existing products/services.
• Actively seeks to stay current with trends and specific developments in assigned subject areas in order to facilitate the above responsibilities.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field.
• In lieu of a Bachelor's degree, two years of additional related experience may be considered.

Experience

• 1+ years of experience as a researcher, writer or editor in a deadline-oriented publishing or research environment.
• Experience developing written materials.

Computer Skills

• Must be proficient in the use of a PC and MS Office Suite.
• Experience with Adobe InCopy and Content Management Systems preferred.

Other Requirements

• Editing, writing and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to research, analyze and interpret information from a variety of sources.
• Ability to translate technical requirements into layman terms.
• Ability to plan projects and meet deadlines, working both independently and in a team environment.
• Knowledge/experience with regulatory topics a plus.

Internal J. J. Keller experience requirements may vary from those for external candidates, with consideration given to demonstrated performance, institutional knowledge, and career progression within the organization.

Physical Requirements

Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment. Work involves operation of personal computer equipment for extended periods of time.

Occasional travel (5-25%) to offsite offices, customer sites and/or industry and training events required, depending on level and assignment.

We Protect People & The Businesses They Run

Every associate at J. J. Keller makes a difference by creating safer, more respectful workplaces. Whether serving our customers directly with expertise in safety and regulatory compliance or supporting the business with specialized skills, together we contribute to better workplaces for people across North America.

J. J. Keller History:

November 1, 2023, marked 70 years of business for J. J. Keller & Associates, Inc. Click HERE to take a tour through three generations of this family-owned business - from our founding as a one -man consulting firm through decades of delivering on our purpose of protecting people and the businesses they run.

J. J. Keller Career Stories

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J. J. Keller Earns 8th Great Place to Work Certification

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J. J. Keller Certified as a Top 100 Most Loved Workplace in America

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2024 Top Company for Women to Work for in Transportation

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J. J. Keller & Associates, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.