Requisition #: 12551 Functional Area: Editorial/Writing; Leadership; Workplace Safety Employment Type: Full-Time Work Options: Remote / Work from Home in the US Work Hours: Standard business hours
A Safe Environment During COVID-19: At J. J. Keller, our purpose is to protect people – our clients and our associates. We use CDC-recommended best practices to ensure the healthiest workplace possible, and our Environmental Health & Safety Team continuously monitors our pandemic protocols. During COVID-19, associates have given J. J. Keller high scores for keeping them informed and safe.
Position Summary
This position is responsible for leading a team of professionals that create content for all J. J. Keller Human Resources and Environmental, Health and Safety products and services, across multiple formats (i.e. digital, print, trade publications, on-line subscription services, etc.). This role leads a team of twelve, ensuring business results are achieved and internal/external customer service expectations are fulfilled. This is an important and exciting opportunity to make a difference in leading a function key to J. J. Keller's purpose and core competency in helping our customers protect people and the businesses they run.
At J. J. Keller, we value flexibility. This position can work either fully remote from within the US, a blend of on-site and remote, or fully in the office at our Neenah, WI headquarters.
Job Responsibilities
Leads, develops and coaches team:
Provides clear expectations, feedback and recognition
Participates in the hiring/selection process
Writes and conducts performance evaluations and progress reports
Handles associate relations issues
Delivers results in line with the following key metrics/accountabilities:
On-time performance
Project cost management
Team chargeability/absorption
Associate retention
Investigates the feasibility of identified concepts for potential new products and services and recommends revisions of existing products and services, as needed.
Partners with internal departments such as Product Development, Sales and Marketing to ensure strategic objectives are met.
Develops and implements strategy for maintaining effective relationships with government agencies, associations, etc. to stay on the leading edge of regulatory and industry changes.
Actively seeks to stay current with trends and developments within applicable subject areas, including the assigned market's regulations and best practices.
Carries out responsibilities in a fair, ethical and non-discriminatory manner and ensure that staff follows these same guidelines.
Manages expenses in line with departmental budgets and corporate business conditions.
Enforces and supports all company policies and procedures. Fully supports the company's commitment to safety and the environment and strive to maintain a clean, healthy and safe workplace.
Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor's Degree in Journalism, English or other related field, e.g. a subject specific to assigned J. J. Keller market.
Experience:
Editorial Manager:
3+ years experience in a related leadership role.
6+ years working as either a safety practioner or in a content management/creation role.
Other Skills/Qualifications:
Must be proficient in the use of a PC and MS Office Suite.
Ability to develop and implement growth plans and programs.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Demonstrated leadership abilities.
Ability to coordinate and direct work flows for multiple individuals and projects.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with other departments.
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 to offsite offices, customer sites and/or industry and training events may also be required, depending on assignment.
Other Information
At J. J. Keller, we are Difference Makers because the work we do truly matters. We protect people’s lives every day. In fact, more than 90% of Fortune® 1000 companies rely on J. J. Keller to help create safe work environments. Our associates have named J. J. Keller as a Great Place to Work® four years in the running. View our CAREERS video to learn more about being a Difference Maker at J. J. Keller and click here to learn what our associates have to say about life as an associate at J.J. Keller.
Thank you for your interest in career opportunities with J. J. Keller & Associates, Inc.! If you experience system-related issues or need assistance with the online application, please call (920) 720-7700.
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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.