Writer jobs in San Jose, CA

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (REQUIRED):

• Proven success in writing for publication in print, web, and other platforms.

• Excellent writing, interpersonal, and oral communication skills with proven ability to present, write, edit, and organize thoughts in a clear, concise, and well-organized manner.

• Ability to understand materials of moderate complexity and synthesize across multiple sources to produce materials for diverse audiences.

• Ability to change voice and writing style to fit a particular audience and purpose.

• Firm understanding of web technologies and applications, including social networking, social media tools, and current communication trends.

• Excellent interpersonal skills and able to interact effectively with a diverse array of people, including senior leaders.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple deadlines.

• Excellent time management skills.

• Constantly perform desk-based computer tasks.

• Frequently stand/walk, sit, grasp lightly/fine manipulation, and use a telephone, writing by hand.

• Occasionally reach/work above shoulders, grasp forcefully, and sort/file paperwork or parts, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.

• Visual and auditory acuity, including color vision required.

• - Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.

Additional PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: (remove if none)

• Occasional work on evenings and weekends.

• Occasional travel.