The Writing Center of Excellence in the Communication and Public Affairs Division at Argonne National Laboratory seeks a Writing Center Assistant to support a variety of Writing Center communication and support functions. In this role, you will create, revise, and format documents, forms, and policies, as well as edit and upload media, events, and policy files to the web. You will proofread documents to ensure accuracy and compliance with accessibility standards (508 compliance) and style guides, and assist with formatting and troubleshooting document issues.
In addition to communication-related tasks, you will provide administrative support to ensure the smooth operation of the Writing Center. Responsibilities include project tracking and reporting, assisting with onboarding new staff and contractors, and handling customer requests for Writing Center support. You will also help ensure accurate records on customer projects and time reporting by staff and contractors. This position requires someone who can work independently with minimal supervision while collaborating effectively with team members and customers. The ideal candidate is detail oriented, organized, and able to balance multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
A world-leading science laboratory, Argonne’s research portfolio spans the spectrum from fundamental to applied sciences. Laboratory researchers pursue big, ambitious ideas with international impact in areas as diverse as biology, quantum information science, new materials, and artificial intelligence. Argonne operates large research facilities that serve more than 7,000 researchers from around the world each year, and partners with academic, government, industrial, and community organizations to drive pivotal discoveries and foster groundbreaking innovations.
Position Requirements
- Expertise in various software programs, including Word, Adobe Acrobat Pro, and Excel.
- Experience in tracking and reporting project metrics.
- Experience in posting content to the web.
- Knowledge of AI tools to increase efficiency and effectiveness a plus.
- Excellent planning and organizational skills, plus attention to detail.
- Ability to prioritize, plan, track, and deliver projects and services on time in a fast-paced environment, while remaining flexible.
- Ability to lightly edit and proofread documents.
- Experience in writing and editing in alignment with a style guide, such as the University of Chicago Style Guide and Associated Press Stylebook.
- Strong customer-service focus.
- Steward of lab resources.
- Passion for the mission of the lab.
- Ability to model Argonne’s Core Values: Impact, Safety, Respect, Integrity, and Teamwork.
- Associates Degree with 8+ years of experience, graphic communications/design, journalism, or a related communications field.
Job Family
Support Administrative (SA)
Job Profile
Administrative Support 4
Worker Type
Regular
Time Type
Full timeThe expected hiring range for this position is $30.17 - $45.13.
Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as, but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, business considerations, internal equity, and external market pay for comparable jobs. Additionally, comprehensive benefits are part of the total rewards package.
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