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Requisition Number: 1246599

When you touch the lives of millions of people around the world, nothing but the best will do. That’s why The Clorox Company and our subsidiaries look for people committed to work together toward common goals, while taking personal ownership for their decisions and actions. People who believe in maintaining the highest standards of business and professional conduct. People who share our values of strong competitiveness, measuring results and “doing the right thing.” If you want to make your mark in millions of homes and do it where you can feel proud about it, apply now for this opportunity at Clorox:

Position Summary:

The Manager – Print & Electronic Communication develops and implements global strategies for all internal corporate publications. This person serves as managing editor of the company’s employee magazine and the editorial section of the corporate intranet (CloroxWeb). He or she helps build the company’s reputation among employees worldwide and increase workplace productivity by using these and other identified vehicles to communicate company strategies, culture, values and news.

This person also provides strategic and tactical direction in using electronic vehicles as integral elements of Clorox’s global internal and external communication strategies. He or she is responsible for the overall strategy and maintenance of CloroxWeb and www.TheCloroxCompany.com, and proactively identifies new strategic electronic communication vehicles and applications (e.g., podcasts, blogs, streaming video, social networking vehicle, global TV network).

Required Qualifications:

• Seven to 10 years of experience in corporate communications, with an emphasis on both print and electronic communications
• Seven or more years writing and editing of a broad variety, including news reporting and feature writing
• Seven or more years of Web development and publishing experience
• Five or more years experience developing and implementing comprehensive electronic communication strategies and plans, including working with traditional and social Web applications and other vehicles (e.g., podcasts, blogs, streaming video, social networking vehicle, remote TV network)
• Superior feature, news and technical writing and editing skills
• Strong research and analytical skills
• Excellent organization and project management skills
• Editorial and production experience in print and electronic media
• Knowledge and experience in Web technology as a communication vehicle and resource
• Strong experience with Web publishing tools such as  Dreamweaver, Flash and TeamSite
• Understanding of Web development processes and technology, including portal frameworks such as SharePoint; proficiency with Web content management and templating tools
• Familiarity and comfort working with HTML, AJAX, JAVASCRIPT and cascading style sheets
• Experience with Web reporting and search optimization strategies
• Ability to effectively communicate with a diverse employee population
• Ability to drive change
• Ability to work effectively with company stakeholders at all levels, including the CEO and other senior leaders
• Excellent negotiation and collaboration skills
• Ability to manage external service providers
• Ability to produce consistent results in the midst of rapid change
• Ability to be effective working independently and as part of a team
• Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism or related field, or equivalent experience, required
• Master’s degree or other certification preferred

The Clorox Company and its subsidiaries is an EEO/Affirmative Action employer.

To apply:
http://careers.hodes.com/clorox/apply_online_1.asp?JobID=1246599&user_id=

Job Code: 8514

The University of California, Berkeley, is the preeminent public university in the country. We’re also one of the leading employers in the San Francisco Bay Area. We are currently seeking a Publications Manager in the School of Law, Boalt Hall.

UC Berkeley School of Law, Boalt Hall, is one of the nation’s great centers for legal education, ever exploring and pushing new intellectual boundaries while tackling urgent, real-world issues. Berkeley Law is also known for its vibrant and engaged community of students and scholars who are committed to providing leadership and making a difference on problems of local, national, and global import.

The Publications Manager is responsible for developing a wide range of print materials, from concept through delivery. Pieces include brochures, annual reports, fact sheets, ads, and event literature.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with colleagues and customers to manage select publications projects, and help determine objectives, audiences, messages, content, format, and distribution
• Assemble and direct creative teams
• Coordinate reviews and approvals
• Write and edit copy for publications and, potentially, for individual articles, press releases, presentations, or proposals
• Research subject matter and select sources for interview
• Ensure clarity, accuracy, stylistic consistency, and overall quality
• Help convert printed pieces to online formats and archives
• Partner with colleagues to develop and track budgets and schedules
• Track world events, issues facing the legal profession, and public-policy debates pertinent to the Berkeley Law community

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in communications, marketing, or related field
• Significant and demonstrable experience conceptualizing, writing, editing, and managing the production of high-end marketing publications
• Thorough understanding of the fundamentals of grammar, syntax, and punctuation
• Thorough knowledge of AP style (preferred)
• Outstanding ability to write clear, lively, and compelling copy on a variety of topics and in a variety of styles
• Strong research and fact-verification skills
• Strong interpersonal communications skills, including active listening and effective collaboration
• Knowledge of world events and public-policy issues
• Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills
• Ability to absorb complex information quickly
• Ability to conceptualize and develop effective communications materials for diverse purposes
• Excellent project management and organizational skills
• High attention to detail
• Ability to solve problems creatively, using sound judgment, diplomacy, and tact
• Ability to accomplish goals and assignments within a fast-paced environment with multiple deadlines and frequent interruptions
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse population including faculty, staff, students, alumni, and the public

In addition to being an outstanding writer and editor, the successful candidate will have significant and demonstrable experience conceptualizing, writing, editing, and managing the production of high-end marketing publications.

The annual salary range for this position is $49,284 - $92,208, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

To apply:
https://hrw-vip-prod.berkeley.edu/servlets/iclientservlet/jobsprod/?ICType=Script&ICScriptProgramName=WEBLIB_MENU.ISCRIPT3.FieldFormula.IScript_ERecruitHome&target=main5&Level=0&RL=%0A& , and enter job code “8514″ in the “Job #” field.

Function: Marketing
Industry: Higher Education
Job Code: # 08-74
Job ID: 569992

The Marketing and University Communications department at the University of the Pacific is seeking an Publications Manager who will be responsible for creating eye-catching, informative publications that effectively communicate the University’s strategic messages to key audiences.

Provides day-to-day creative and editorial leadership for strategic communications projects such as University magazines and brochures. Facilitates collaboration and creativity and aids in the professional growth of team members. Works closely with the Executive Director of Marketing and University Communications to ensure team achievement of objectives in support of the University’s mission.

Qualifications:

• Three to five years of full-time experience as a professional publications manager-editor, preferably in a university, non-profit organization, or professional services firm, or a marketing communications agency with clients in these fields, bachelor’s degree in marketing, public relations, journalism, English, communications or a related discipline, or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Advanced degree or professional accreditation preferred.
• Extensive portfolio of creative and successful magazines and brochures.
• Demonstrated ability to create messages and publications for a complex, sophisticated organization.
• Experience in strategic institutional messaging.
• Demonstrated ability to lead creative teams, produce effective and accurate marketing and public relations materials, and manage people, projects and budgets.
• Outstanding communications skills, strategic thinking ability, great people skills, enthusiasm for the work, and a team orientation.

We offer a competitive compensation package including tuition remission. Pacific is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to broadening the diversity of its workforce. Please see www.pacific.edu/hr for an online application or apply at Department of Human Resources, University of the Pacific, 3601 Pacific Avenue, Stockton, CA 95211.

To apply:
http://www.linkedin.com/jobs?startApply=&jobId=569992&goback=%2Evjs_569992_0_1215218210586

We are looking for an enthusiastic and creative thinker who can drive our lifestyle content strategy and execution plan.

The position includes performing a wide range of editorial duties including writing, copy-editing, and integrating user generated content for final posting, publication, or product release. Evidence of depth of commitment to writing and editing, a wide degree of creativity, and a positive attitude is a must.

Candidate should have knowledge of procedures, process, and best practices of specific the online lifestyle market. Candidate should be able to multi-task a range of editorial duties within a fast-paced, collaborative work environment. All candidates should be conversant in the lifestyle market and be highly motivated self-starters. Candidate should have a demonstrated ability to create and edit content and documents in a range of voices and styles. Experience in web content or new product development, journalism, and magazine publishing is a plus.

• Have a passion for anything related to the lifestyle hemisphere
• Exceptional content aggregator - know how and when to package stories together
• Some experience working with freelance writers and editors remotely
• Some experience with blogging, podcasts and moderating/filtering content on the web
• Produce special features and content packages that are timely and relevant
• Proven content writing ability and time-sensitive editing ability
• Ability to work under tight deadlines on a daily basis
• Knowledge of encouraging community, interactivity and cross promotion of news across a network

Qualifications:

• Editorial judgment - the ability to discern and differentiate what makes a story relevant
• Experience with launching websites from planning to release
• Team player with the ability to work without supervision when needed and to act quickly under deadline
• Ability to edit wide range of content quickly and accurately with great attention to detail
• Collaborative and communicative work ethic
• Ability to achieve and provide key editorial value within a deadline-driven environment
• Ability to work independently under tight deadlines
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to take initiative and effectively prioritize efforts
• Desire and ability to learning new online tools

To apply:
Email HR and cite “Editor” in your subject line.

Requisition Number: 10023766
Job ID: 4504945
Job Function: Content Developer
Department: Education
Full Time, Days 36-40 Hrs
Hours: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

John Muir Health is a not-for-profit organization providing high-quality, comprehensive health care to the communities of Contra Costa county and the greater Bay area. We offer the full range of medical services, and are recognized as a leader in many specialties including trauma care, cardiac care, neurosciences, orthopedics, oncology and women’s health. Living and working in the beautiful Diablo Valley, surrounded by the East Bay hills, you will enjoy excellent lifestyle amenities, award-winning school districts and all the benefits of the San Francisco bay area.

John Muir Health offers a wide variety of clerical, technical and general service support opportunities on full-time, part-time and per diem shifts. Opportunities can be available at John Muir Medical Center - Concord Campus, John Muir Medical Center - Walnut Creek Campus, John Muir Health - Brentwood Campus, John Muir Behavioral Health, and John Muir Physician Network. While you may work behind the scenes, you are at the forefront of our minds for your dedication to quality customer service, and the support you provide to our front line caregivers.

We have immediate opportunity for a Learning Management System Specialist. This position will be responsible for assisting the Learning Point Administrator with the creation, maintenance, assignment and support of online courseware according to established guidelines. Provides assistance to Media Coordinator with set up and user support of media equipment. As a team member, contributes to a cooperative relationship with other members of the healthcare team. Supports and applies the mission and values of the organization. Other duties as assigned.
Requirements:

• High school graduate or equivalent desirable
• Minimum of two years experience working with FLASH (including Actionscript), HTML, Photoshop
• Proficient with media equipment: audio visual and media computer applications
• Proficient with standard MS Office business software applications
• Customer-focused
• Able to schedule work load effectively and meet deadlines
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups / individuals

To apply:
https://www.healthcaresource.com/johnmuirhealth/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.jobDetails&template=dsp_job_details.cfm&cJobId=907171

Two Openings: One opening in Pleasanton, California
Deadline: June 30, 2008
 
Primary Objectives of the Position

This position develops and maintains technical user and engineering documentation (print and online media) and training material for hardware and software. In this role, you will create end user documentation, training material, and technical engineering documentation by interviewing subject matter experts and engineers and interpreting technical documentation. You will also identify and implement solutions for user-friendly documentation and training material, including print and help deliverables. You will also work closely with the various departments in order to understand the documentation needs and the intended audience. You will rewrite, reformat, and edit existing documentation.

Essential Duties / Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Research, write, edit, and revise a variety of technical reports, user documents, technical documents, brochures, and manuals for a wide range of uses.
• Reviews and edits material for proper use of terminology, style, direction, content, grammar, punctuation and clarity.  Designs and lays out format.
• Collaborate with programmers, engineers, and/or product management during design phase to gain an understanding of the product.
• Analyze requirements of project to determine types of publications needed.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of technical documentation.
• Coordinate the verification process with QA teams to ensure that documentation reflects software implementation at release time.
• Assist Documentation Team Lead in planning and scheduling of projects.
• Assist Documentation Team Lead in evaluating and enhancing the documentation process.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism or English from an accredited college or university.
• 2-4 years experience in technical writing.
• Excellent command of the English language, in written and spoken form, and its proper use in customer-oriented and technical documentation.
• Attention to detail.
• Able to meet strict deadlines and thrive in a constantly changing work environment.
• Ability to effectively prioritize multiple urgent requests.
• Ability to interview technical staff, gather technical documents, and create detailed, accurate and clear technical and user documentation. Ability to understand, translate and record complex technical terms in clear, user-friendly documents.
• Excellent understanding of programming concepts, operating systems, and/or networking.
• Exhibit good project management skills and be responsible for revisions and change control.
• Ability to work well with various teams in a cross-functional and geographically-dispersed setting.
• Ability to adapt to new procedures quickly.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office and be an expert MS Word user.
• Familiar with an art application such as Paint, PaintShop Pro or PhotoShop
• Familiar with Visio
• Experience with AuthorIt a plus.

To apply:
http://prod.itzbig.com/Professional/index.html?gt=S&it=O&id=23725&compnm=Tribune%20Company&cm=9&sr=oodle&ch=3&refid=&ibf=&url=http%3A//prod.itzbig.com/Jobs/pleasanton/tribune_company/23725.html%3Fcm%3D9%26sr%3Doodle%26ch%3D3

The successful candidate will be able to:

• Plan, write, edit, and maintain technical documents such as online and printed user manuals, system administration manuals, and release notes for software products.
• Work directly with software developers to gather software specifications, install and use new products and enhancements, and produce clear user documents.
• Participate in user interface design.
• Seek out subject matter experts to verify the accuracy and integrity of department documentation.
• Qualified candidates must have the ability to organize priorities and tasks, manage time effectively, and write in accordance with current technical writing principles.

Tasks Include:

• Balance multiple concurrent projects.
• Organize technical content.
• Follow style guide and documentation process without guidance.
• Migrate documents from Microsoft Word to AuthorIT.
• Ensure standardization and consistency between documents.
• Ensure links in documents on the web are appropriate and functional.
• Ensure documents are placed correctly into the documentation system.
• Notify departments of document changes.
• Follow up on issues, concerns, requests, and feedback.
• Edit existing documentation.
• Perform peer reviews.
• Keep team members and management well informed of status.
• Assist team members to meet tight deadlines.
• Other tasks as directed.

Requirements:

• Five to eight years technical communications experience, including user manuals and online help systems.
• Ability to quickly grasp complex technical concepts.
• Excellent Microsoft Word skills, including template development.
• Demonstrable ability to plan complex projects, write procedures and conceptual material, produce online help, and prepare print materials within time constraints.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, particularly in collaborating with developers and fellow writers.
• Attention to detail, accuracy, and quality.
• Ability to conduct effective informational interviews with SMEs to understand both the software and user needs.
• Ability to work independently, yet seek guidance when necessary.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and adjust to changing priorities

Education:
Masters degree in Chemical, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering required.

Preferred Skills:
In addition to the qualifications listed above, we are looking for one or more of the following:

• Graphics skills
• Instructional design knowledge
• Exposure to one or more programming languages
• Background in Windows-based systems configuration and troubleshooting
• Localization experience
• Foreign language experience
• AuthorIT experience
• Programming or scripting experience, in particular VBA or JavaScript
• Context-sensitive help experience
• Chemical, utilities, or pharmaceutical experience.

We require writing samples and references. We require successful completion of a skills assessment test. The candidate must have the legal right to work in the United States .

About OSIsoft Inc:
OSIsoft Inc. delivers performance management software to the world’s leading process manufacturing, life sciences, utility and information technology companies - anywhere real-time data management and operational metrics fuel performance. OSIsoft’s Real-time Performance Management (RtPM ) software platform, powered by the PI System , crosses IT and process boundaries to collect, archive and display operational information. This comprehensive visibility unlocks the potential for timely analysis in order to make critical, informed and profitable decisions.

OSIsoft is privately held and headquartered in San Leandro , California . The San Leandro office is within walking distance to BART.

Workplace Culture:
At OSIsoft, employees are our most important asset. We hire the brightest people, providing them numerous opportunities to grow. The company is committed to maintaining exciting and challenging work environment and a casual, supportive, team-oriented culture that:

• Promotes the highest ethical standards and business principles
• Encourages leadership, teamwork and open communication
• Fosters innovation and creativity
• Provides challenging and fulfilling opportunities
• Attracts and retains talented, motivated people

Summary of Benefits:
OSIsoft employees are offered a variety of benefits, including comprehensive health benefits, a 401(k) plan, vacation, holiday and sick leave, Life, AD&D and Long Term Disability Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Fitness Reimbursement, Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Assistance Program.

To apply:
https://home.eease.com/recruit/?id=18103

We have a terrific opportunity for a talented graphic designer to join our team. You should have an exceptional eye and enjoy pushing the limits of design in all directions. You need significant experience designing in a variety of styles and should be comfortable juggling several projects with changing priorities.

Pandora’s graphic design team is responsible for creating cutting-edge online advertising that is well-integrated into the overall Pandora experience. You will have a level of creative freedom unusual in the advertising world. You will also help to maintain Pandora’s high standards of design for new features, communications projects, and more!

Primary Responsibilities:

• Graphic design and production of unique ad units and page skins
• Authoring of HTML and CSS to implement ad units
• Working directly with the ad sales team to design compelling custom ad units for major accounts
• Design of marketing communications materials

Requirements:

• Demonstrated ability to conceptualize creative, engaging consumer designs
• A BA in Graphic Design or related field
• At least 3 years of relevant experience, including online advertising
• Strong Photoshop, Illustrator, and Flash skills
• Comfortable working knowledge of HTML and CSS
• Ability to work quickly and flexibly while juggling several projects
• Ability to work in a variety of visual styles
• Knowledge of Actionscript and Motif Ad Kit is a plus

To apply:
Email HR

TrainPro School of IT provides a complete education solution for professionals who need to train themselves on the latest IT Skills, IT tools, Soft Skills, Methodologies, and Languages.

We have an immediate opening for a Technical Writer with several years of working experience in the IT industry with technical documentation. Prior experience with documenting Business Analysis course structure, Project Management, and Quality Assurance course structure a plus.

Responsibilities:

You would be required to work with our training team to:

1. Formulate the course structure & course material.
2. Develop, and write documentation sets, including complex technical material, under limited supervision.
3. Prepare the content for power point presentations
4. Create companies templates or design slides

To apply:
Email HR and put “Technical Writer” in the subject line

WaveMarket is looking for an organized and detail-oriented technical writer to support our engineering team. This position will include creating developer guides for software developers. This position is for a short term contract (~40 hr per week for 4 weeks) at our Emeryville headquarters.

Required Skills:

• Excellent writing and communication skills
• Work effectively with other members of the project team, including software development, test development, and product design
• Organize, write, and edit developer guides and online materials
• Demonstrate ability to communicate technical information clearly
• Familiarity with software terminology, organization, and design
• Experience with HTML, CSS, and other web publishing technologies

Preferred Skills:

• Recent experience writing documentation for software developers
• UNIX and Windows platform experience
• Experience documenting APIs

Education:

• B.A. in English, Technical Communication, or related field or B.S. in Computer Science, or a technical discipline with a concentration in technical writing.

About WaveMarket
WaveMarket Inc. is a pioneer in mobile location-based technologies and location blogging. WaveMarket sells wireless software to mobile carriers in the United States, Europe and Asia. WaveMarket’s customers include Sprint Nextel, SK Telecom, Korea’s leading wireless carrier, and Bell Mobility, the largest wireless operator in Canada.

Our culture is extremely friendly and close-knit, yet also results-oriented. We are located in Emeryville, CA, a few blocks from Highway 80/580 entrance, and 10 minutes from San Francisco.

To apply:
Email HR with your resume in the body of the email (as text, PS, or PDF), along with several paragraphs describing why you are qualified for this position.

Primary Objectives of the Position:

This position develops and maintains technical user and engineering documentation (print and online media) and training material for hardware and software. In this role, you will create end user documentation, training material, and technical engineering documentation by interviewing subject matter experts and engineers and interpreting technical documentation. You will also identify and implement solutions for user-friendly documentation and training material, including print and help deliverables. You will also work closely with the various departments in order to understand the documentation needs and the intended audience. You will rewrite, reformat, and edit existing documentation.

Essential Duties / Responsibilities:

• Research, write, edit, and revise a variety of technical reports, user documents, technical documents, brochures, and manuals for a wide range of uses.
• Reviews and edits material for proper use of terminology, style, direction, content, grammar, punctuation and clarity. Designs and lays out format.
• Collaborate with programmers, engineers, and/or product management during design phase to gain an understanding of the product.
• Analyze requirements of project to determine types of publications needed.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of technical documentation.
• Coordinate the verification process with QA teams to ensure that documentation reflects software implementation at release time.
• Assist Documentation Team Lead in planning and scheduling of projects.
• Assist Documentation Team Lead in evaluating and enhancing the documentation process.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism or English from an accredited college or university.
• 2-4 years experience in technical writing.
• Excellent command of the English language, in written and spoken form, and its proper use in customer-oriented and technical documentation.
• Attention to detail.
• Able to meet strict deadlines and thrive in a constantly changing work environment.
• Ability to effectively prioritize multiple urgent requests.
• Ability to interview technical staff, gather technical documents, and create detailed, accurate and clear technical and user documentation. Ability to understand, translate and record complex technical terms in clear, user-friendly documents.
• Excellent understanding of programming concepts, operating systems, and/or networking.
• Exhibit good project management skills and be responsible for revisions and change control.
• Ability to work well with various teams in a cross-functional and geographically-dispersed setting.
• Ability to adapt to new procedures quickly.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office and be an expert MS Word user.
• Familiar with an art application such as Paint, PaintShop Pro or PhotoShop
• Familiar with Visio
• Experience with AuthorIT a plus.

To apply:
Email HR

Responsible for directing a team of product documenters and writing, publishing and producing assorted technical guides for use by Tiburon’s clients.

Essential Duties / Responsibilities:

• Lead and direct the efforts of a 3-5 person product documentation team that is distributed across multiple physical locations in the U.S. and a location in the U.K.
• Write and publish technical documents and develop on-line help files intended for end users of Public Safety and Justice software products. Products are frequently “tailored” for specific end-user organizations and require customized documentation and help files for these clients.
• Work closely with development teams: gather, analyze and organize operational and technical information by reviewing the design and functional specifications and interviewing the programmers.
• Establish and maintain familiarity with the product architectures and features as part of the documenting process.
• Coordinate the documentation verification process with Product Test to ensure that documentation reflects software implementation at release time.
• Coordinate inspection and audits of documents with Quality Assurance to ensure compliance with format and quality standards.
• Plan and schedule documentation projects, including effective resource allocations to projects.
• Evaluate and recommend/implement improvements in the documentation process and technologies/tools.
• Respond in a timely manner to regular and ad-hoc requests for documentation production.

Minimum Qualifications:

• BA/BS degree in English or related field or equivalent.
• Minimum 5+ years experience in technical publications.
• Solid knowledge of technical publication process in the software development cycle.
• Extensive experience in MS-Word, Excel, Power Point, Adobe Acrobat, Visio, and/or applicable publishing software.
• Minimum 2+ years experience in publishing documentation for Windows, Unix and Web applications.
• Minimum 2 years management/leadership experience in a documentation development environment.
• Familiarity with Online-Help tools.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated with take-charge attitude.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage multiple projects within scheduled and constrained timelines.
• Demonstrated ability to translate complex technical terms in clear, user-friendly documents.
• Ability to work well with various teams in a cross-functional and geographically-dispersed setting: Engineering, QA, Operations, Client Support Center, Marketing, Sales, Regional Offices, etc.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with aspects of the Public Safety and Justice market preferred, particularly knowledge or experience of police/sheriff and fire-department operations.

To apply:
Email HR

Accela is the leading provider of government enterprise software solutions and the largest software company that makes government services available 24/7. Accela products represent an important step for state and local governments as they replace their legacy systems with emerging technologies that provide comprehensive solutions that empower government employees and citizens they serve with the software to accomplish their mission.

Our solutions open up new and better ways for governments to serve citizens in the areas of asset management, emergency response, permitting, planning, licensing, public health, public works, and more.

Backed by nearly 30 years of development and implementation in more than 500 agencies in the U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico, Accela products and services empower agencies to increase efficiencies, reduce workload, and provide citizens and businesses with more convenient access to government services.

Join our team! Benefits package enhanced for 2008!

Accela seeks a Technical Writer, Education and Training, to work closely with the Training Manager and Training Lead in developing training documentation and materials within its new Methodology Department.

Responsibilities

• Create, edit and maintain illustrations for use in documentation
• Design and develop education manuals based on information from multiple sources; sources may include engineering specifications, and hands-on product usage
• Gather, evaluate, organize, and rescind information as needed to meet the needs of various audiences
• Propose and utilize creative ideas to continuously improve documentation and usability
• Manage documentation layout and graphic design, both print and online

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, English, Communications; Technical degree or equivalent work experience
• 2-3 years of technical writing experience
• Government industry domain knowledge, a plus
• Technical ability to understand and operate Accela products
• Computer skills including MS Office, page layout, photo editing, and illustration software.
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite, a plus
• Demonstrated writing, editing, and document production skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are critical
• Ability to work and adapt quickly in a dynamic environment
• Ability to work with others to maintain internal and external access to published documentation
• Proven ability to complete tasks with minimal supervision and minimal instructions

We offer competitive salaries, 401(k), stock options, and excellent benefits. Qualified applicants must enjoy the challenge of working in a multi-task environment and have the desire to grow with our company.

This position does not cover relocation.

To apply:
Email HR

Job Code: 042408TechnicalWriter
Required education: Master’s Degree

Description
This position will require that the technical writer work with both Marketing/MarCom and R&D staff to generate product literature, posters, presentations, etc. The writer should have some technical knowledge in the life sciences. It may be necessary to perform additional tasks with the MarCom staff, unrelated to writing content (e.g. reviewing documents, assisting with layout, etc.) training on these tasks will be provided if required. This position will report to the Technical Marketing Manager.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the development and submission of scientific publications (abstracts, posters, presentations, application notes and manuscripts) generated by R&D and Marketing/MarCom staff.
• Review scientific manuscripts for completeness and consistency.
• Assist Product Managers in the development of marketing collaterals, press releases, new product announcements, etc.
• Assist in the development of web page content, eBlasts and eNewsletters, and other digital marketing pieces.
• Manage catalog coordination and price list with Marketing/MarCom staff.

Requirements:

• Three or more years experience writing technical manuals and documentation required; experience writing for life science readers preferred
• Experience with MS Office required; experience with desktop publishing preferred
• Must be able to work independently and on teams
• MS or Ph.D. (or equivalent experience) in life sciences or a related field required

To apply:
Email HR citing “042408TechnicalWriter” in the subject line

DESCRIPTION:

This energetic individual will be responsible for all marketing, copywriting, and product management support activities required to effectively grow sales of a best-selling line of software to consumers, businesses, schools and government agencies. Responsibilities include (a) supporting sales with campaigns, collateral, and presentations, (b) writing for creative packaging, e-mail campaigns, and press releases, (c) supporting product management, and (d) increasing online sales through Internet marketing activities, web promotions, advertising, and more.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Product Management: Support V.P. Marketing in determining new products requirements via customer interaction, surveys, market research, technical analysis, and product comparison. Support new feature product definition (PRD/MRD), development, and launch activities.

Copywriting: Produce compelling, customer-focused, benefits-driven marketing copy to generate demand on packaging, press releases, and blogs. Understand the difference between features and benefits. Learn and translates complicated technology into powerful statements to non-technical readers in both B2B & B2C markets. Adhere to writing and style guideline, positioning statements, and use a consistent voice.

Sales Campaigns: Develop marketing collateral, sales material, and measure results for innovative sales & marketing campaigns that would increase sales and market share, strengthen customer relationships, and build sales opportunities, including retail channel promotions, pr/advertising campaigns, web-based mailings to existing and new customers.

Online Marketing: Support web sales with online marketing activities including, creative e-mail marketing campaigns, online lead generation activities, sales campaigns, customer testimonials, and budget-driven advertising programs, including Google Adwords (SEO, SEM).

Time Management: Manage time efficiently to juggle multiple projects simultaneously and deliver marketing material on time in a deadline-driven environment. Proven ability to achieve successful results in a fast-paced, start-up environment.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Five (5) years of marketing, copywriting, or product management experience is required.
• A Bachelors Degree required, preferably in Marketing, Communications, English, Journalism, or a similar study.
• Experience marketing directly to consumers or businesses at a technology company is a preferred.
• Must possess excellent written, oral, and interpersonal skills.
• Must have advanced skills in using business applications including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Bachelors Degree or equivalent work experience (MBA preferred)

ABOUT COMPANY:
Individual Software, a privately-held, mid-sized, goal-driven company in the east bay, is a top 25 software publisher in the U.S./Canada and developer of award-winning personal productivity, education, and business desktop software and web solutions for consumers, corporations, schools, and government agencies. [ www.individualsoftware.com ]

ABOUT THE POSITION:

• Pleasanton, CA
• Full Time Position
• Salary Commensurate with Experience
• Reports to Vice-President Marketing

To apply:
Email HR