ABOUT THE POSITION
We are seeking an experienced and successful Technical Writer to create and edit a variety of written products for the heavy civil infrastructure and rail industries. They will work with other technical staff to create accurate and timely written products such as audits reports, annual reports, correspondence, web content, manuals, and publications.
5+ YEARS OF WORK EXPERIENCE IN TRANSIT INDUSTRY IS A REQUIREMENT - PLEASE DO NOT APPLY IF YOU DO NOT HAVE THIS EXPERIENCE.
This is a long-term, full-time, on-site position located in the greater Washington DC metro area.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, or related technical field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 5+ years’ experience working as a technical writer in the passenger transit industry.
- Knowledge of transit terminology and operations (e.g., BRT, Bus, Rail, Ferry, etc.).
- Experience creating written products in accordance with style guides.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite/Office 365 (e.g., Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Project management experience and/or credentials.
- Experience with social media applications such as Twitter and WordPress or other web-publishing tools.
- Experience preparing or updating a style guide.
JUST LOOK AT THE BENEFITS WE OFFER!
- Unlimited Flexible Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare and Dependent/Elder Care)
- Long Term Disability Insurance
- Short Term Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Policy
- 401(k) Plan with Guaranteed Employer Contribution
- Formal Career Planning and Development Program
- $2,500 Annually Towards Professional Development
- Wellness Program with Monthly Wellness Stipend
- Company Cell Phone or Cell Phone Plan Reimbursement
- Free Personalized Meal Planning & Nutrition Support With a Registered Dietitian
- Free Personal Financial Planning Services
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Discounts
- Employee Referral Bonus
Specific plan details and coverage for each benefit noted above will be provided upon offer. #IN-LNJS
Luster is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to criminal history, race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. This employer participates in E-Verify. The employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee’s I-9 to confirm work authorization.
All positions may be subject to a background check and drug test once a conditional offer of employment is made for any convictions directly related to its duties and responsibilities, in accordance with all applicable local, state, and/or federal regulations.
This job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.
Luster does not accept unsolicited resumes. In the absence of a signed agreement, Luster will not consider or agree to payment of any kind. Any unsolicited resumes presented to Luster personnel, including those submitted to Luster hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Luster.
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