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Position: Scheduler
Location: 8400 Smith's Mill Rd, New Albany, OH 43054
Hours: Normal 8-5
Pay Rate: $40-50/hour
Education Requirements:
- High School Diploma or GED: 7 years of qualified experience
- Associate's Degree: 5 years of qualified experience.
- Bachelor's Degree: 3 years of qualified experience.
Must Haves:
- 3+ years of Primavera experience required. (nice to have)
- Plant or refinery experience.
- Qualified experience includes utility-specific operations knowledge/experience with a good working knowledge of work processes and procedures.
- Experience in design, operations, planning, project management, cost tracking analysis, forecasting, project budgets, working with accounting principles, and/or construction or maintenance of systems and/or equipment.
Job Summary:
- This role will be responsible for coordinating team activities and supporting the Project Managers (PMs). With minimal supervision, the candidate will perform the role of scheduler and/or commodity tracker for major projects. They will support the development and analysis of a wide range of scope of work types, especially complex schedules using the assigned system. The candidate must be self-motivated, an excellent communicator, and a team-focused individual able to demonstrate competency in scheduling techniques and analyses on all scope of work aspects. Additional duties include schedule maintenance, collecting progress data, developing and implementing scope of work schedule/status reports, and providing consistent, accurate information to the senior management team. The candidate must be able to interface with site execution teams, contractors, and AEP senior management.
Essential Job Functions:
- Define activities, durations, work sequences, and relationship logic to develop and implement the scope of work plan and develop milestones to represent key decisions and deliverables during execution.
- Ensure all logic and activities support the level of detail required by the customer and meet internal department standards and guidance. Ensure all scope and deliverables are accounted for.
- Develop fully integrated outage schedules (including resource loading and leveling) for complex and intermediate scope of work execution teams, including detailed system schedules that utilize critical path methodology based on work scope from the work packages and planners' work list.
- Mentor and assist junior schedulers in organizing schedule review meetings with all stakeholders and incorporating appropriate details.
- Ensure clear minutes and action items, as required. Engage the team and stakeholders to create schedules and provide schedule analysis updates to the team, alerting them to schedule risks and issues that could delay milestones.
- Communicate schedule status to project stakeholders. Direct and guide the administration of the AEP project management organizational standards and assist in the management of projects to those standards.
- Adhere to the guidance and standards put forth by the AEP Project Management Governance Committee. Work with the Administrator to assign security, profiles, and roles for new users. Diagnose and resolve issues with scope of work schedules.
- Mentor and train junior-level schedulers on the following: preparing and analyzing metric reports; preparing and analyzing schedule risk; developing what-if schedules to address various scenarios and options as necessary; crashing scope of work schedule durations; following processes and handbook procedures; and all aspects of scheduling within the assigned systems and software.
- Perform/coordinate schedule and cost integration, including SPI/CPI processes on a scope of work basis.
- Work with the project teams to provide risk assessments and recommended mitigation actions as requested.
Other Requirements:
- Demonstrate the ability to manage time effectively and efficiently; show capacity for organizational and planning skills; as well as having an aptitude for accuracy, attention to detail, and the ability to achieve goals.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Team player with the ability to work and collaborate well with others.
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office tools and the ability to develop complex spreadsheets.
- Travel to the plant site during outages will be required.
- Must be a self-motivated individual and able to work under general supervision, be independent, and competently perform current scheduling techniques and analyses on all scope of work project aspects.
- Safely and effectively perform light physical duties at various work sites, including home and AEP locations in varying conditions.
- Understand and support the policies, values, principles, structure, and behavior of AEP.
- Must be available to work overtime, call-out overtime, and shift work, as required.
- Proficient at reviewing scope, client requirements, division of responsibility, scope of work objectives, and constraints to develop the strategy for effective project delivery.
- As applicable based on role and site, duties can involve construction site walkdowns on unstable surfaces, climbing ladders, and awareness of hazardous site conditions.
Title: Superintendent – Heavy Civil / Highway & Roadway Construction
Location: Columbus Metro Area
Employment Type: Full-Time
Compensation:
Base Salary: $105,000 – $120,000 (Based on Experience)
Bonus: $25,000–$30,000 annually (Based on Performance)
Additional Compensation & Benefits:
- Company vehicle
- Gas card
- Travel per diem ($160/day for supervisors)
- 401(k) and full benefits
Position Overview:
A leading heavy civil contractor is seeking a Superintendent to oversee highway, roadway, and bridge projects.. Projects typically range from $4M–$40M and include highways, turnpikes, residential roadways, roundabouts, and bridge interchanges.
This role is responsible for managing the entire construction lifecycle, from subgrade and embankment earthwork through final asphalt or concrete surface courses. The Superintendent will serve as the primary onsite leader for projects where the company acts as the prime contractor.
Key Responsibilities:
Project & Field Operations:
- Lead daily field operations for heavy highway, roadway, and bridge projects
- Supervise foremen, crews, subcontractors, and suppliers
- Coordinate manpower, equipment, and materials to meet aggressive production schedules
- Oversee work from earthwork and utilities through paving and final completion
- Ensure compliance with plans, specifications, and quality standards
- Maintain accurate daily reports, production logs, and punch lists
- Coordinate inspections and communicate regularly with Project Management
Safety & Compliance:
- Champion a strong jobsite safety culture
- Conduct daily JSAs and weekly safety meetings
- Ensure compliance with OSHA, DOT, and environmental regulations
- Oversee SWPPP and erosion control compliance
- Investigate and report incidents and near-misses
Leadership & Stakeholder Coordination:
- Serve as the primary onsite point of contact with inspectors, agencies, and vendors
- Lead crews with accountability, professionalism, and integrity
- Mentor field personnel and support workforce development
- Proactively identify and resolve field issues to maintain schedule and budget
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Proven experience supervising heavy civil, highway, or roadway projects
- Strong understanding of DOT standards and specifications
- Ability to manage projects as the prime contractor
- Proficiency reading construction drawings and schedules
- Experience coordinating multiple subcontractors and self-perform crews
- Familiarity with construction management software (HeavyJob preferred)
- Willingness to travel between regional jobsites
Education & Experience:
- Associate degree in Construction Management or related field preferred
- Minimum 3+ years of heavy civil or highway construction experience in a leadership role
- OSHA 30 and First Aid/CPR (or willingness to obtain)
- Experience with cost tracking, production reporting, and schedule control strongly preferred
As a Printhead Technician, you will focus on printhead operational performance improvement for Kodak Prosper S-Series, Prosper press and Ultra Stream customers. Work will include analyzing customer data, visiting customer sites to investigate current conditions, and developing and implementing customized improvement plans. The Printhead Technician will coordinate with customer management, operators and Kodak field service to ensure equipment and processes are at optimum conditions to promote the reliability of Kodak printheads and writing systems. Close interaction with other engineering disciplines is required due to the complex printing system consisting of fluid mechanics, electronics, software and materials. The Printhead Technician will have direct contact and develop vital working relationships with current customers, field service engineers, Sustaining engineers/technicians and Manufacturing operations. Additional duties include but are not limited to failure analysis of returned jetting modules, developing and delivering training materials, supporting ink jet integration on Prosper and Ultra Stream presses and generating trip reports to be shared with Kodak and customer management. Domestic travel to customer sites is expected to be between 5% - 15%.
Responsibilities:
• Obtain and Analyze Printhead Performance Data. Use Kodak's database and interact with the sales representative, field service organization and end customers to obtain and analyze customer data to investigate printhead life trends, system utilization, operating conditions and system configurations.
• Coordinate and Deliver Customer Training Visits. Work with field service and customers to plan and execute on-site visits to train operators and maintenance personnel on the best practices for optimum system performance. Investigate production, equipment or management conditions that may be negatively impacting the performance of Kodak printheads or writing systems.
• Develop and Execute Post-Visit Support Plans. After analyzing available data and conducting on-site training visits, provide improvement recommendations to the customer. Continue to follow up with the customer to ensure the plan is executed, then monitor and communicate the results to internal and external stakeholders.
• Revise Training Documentation and Materials. Work to improve current processes and training methods in order to achieve more effective outcomes or update documentation in response to new product developments.
• Provide Feedback and Assistance to Kodak Engineering and Manufacturing. Perform failure analysis on printheads returned from customers and work with internal Kodak departments to recommend process, software or design improvements.
• Support ink jet installation and start up on Prosper and Ultra Stream presses during integration at Kodak South.
Requirements:
• 5+ years in a technical contributor role or Customer Service
• Methodical approach to understanding customer workflow and quality goals, then translate them into successful system operations
• Extremely strong verbal and written English communication skills, including the ability to write technical procedures for system operations
• 15% domestic travel, including week-ends
• Strong foundation in mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic and fluidic technology
• Excellent customer empathy
• Ability to collect and communicate data to Engineering, for problem resolution and design improvement
• Continuous inkjet knowledge, software knowledge, failure analysis knowledge and training systems development (Desirable)
Job Description
Worthington Enterprises is seeking an Engineering & Maintenance Manager to join our team! This role is responsible for leading all plant engineering, maintenance, and reliability activities to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective manufacturing operations. This role oversees preventive and corrective maintenance, capital projects, continuous improvement initiatives, and technical support for production while developing a strong, safety-focused maintenance and engineering team.
Relocation assistance will be considered for the right candidate.
Key Responsibilities
Maintenance & Reliability
- Lead and manage plant maintenance operations, including preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs
- Ensure equipment uptime, reliability, and performance to support production goals
- Analyze downtime and failure data to drive root cause analysis and long-term solutions
- Develop and manage maintenance budgets, spare parts inventory, and vendor relationships
- Plan and schedule plant shutdowns in partnership with internal teams and external contractors
Engineering & Capital Projects
- Plan and execute capital improvement projects from concept through commissioning
- Provide engineering support for process improvements, equipment upgrades, and new installations
- Ensure compliance with applicable safety, environmental, and regulatory standards
- Support layout changes, automation initiatives, and energy efficiency projects
Leadership & Team Development
- Lead, coach, and develop maintenance technicians, engineers, and supervisors
- Establish clear performance expectations and promote accountability
- Foster a culture of safety, continuous improvement, and teamwork
- Coordinate training to enhance technical skills and equipment knowledge
Safety, Quality, & Compliance
- Champion plant safety and quality programs and ensure compliance with company and regulatory requirements
- Participate in incident investigations and corrective action planning
- Ensure all maintenance and engineering activities follow current safety standards and codes
Continuous Improvement
- Drive lean manufacturing through the Worthington Business System, TPM, and reliability-centered maintenance initiatives
- Partner with operations, quality, and supply chain teams to improve plant performance
- Track and report KPIs such as uptime, MTBF, maintenance costs, and capital project performance
Desired Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Related Field required; equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
- 5+ years of experience in engineering and/or maintenance leadership in a manufacturing environment
- Strong knowledge of industrial equipment, electrical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, trouble shooting skills, and automation
- Thorough understanding of safety programs and compliance
- Proven experience managing engineering/maintenance teams and execution of capital projects
- Proven experience in budget management and cost savings initiatives
- Strong problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills
- Lean, TPM, or Six Sigma experience
- CMMS experience and data-driven maintenance planning
- Professional Engineering (PE) license or reliability certification (CMRP)
About Us
Our Company is proud to have a dynamic and inclusive workforce where employees are empowered to innovate, thrive and grow. We believe that each employee's unique strengths contribute to the success of our organization. This belief extends to how we consider our job applicants. Your talents may align with this position or other opportunities within our organization. Apply today to start unlocking your career potential with Worthington Enterprises.
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities in the application and hiring process. If you are interested in employment with Worthington Enterprises and need an accommodation or assistance using the careers website, please contact .
Worthington Enterprises (NYSE: WOR) is a designer and manufacturer of market-leading brands that help improve everyday life by elevating spaces and experiences. The Company operates with two primary business units: Building Products and Consumer Products.
The Building Products segment includes cooking, heating, cooling and water solutions, architectural and acoustical grid ceilings and metal framing and accessories. The Consumer Products segment provides solutions for the tools, outdoor living and celebrations categories. Product brands within the Worthington Enterprises portfolio include Balloon Time, Bernzomatic, Coleman (propane cylinders), CoMet, Elgen, Garden Weasel, General, HALOTM, HawkeyeTM, Level5 Tools, Mag Torch, NEXITM, Pactool International, PowerCoreTM, Ragasco, Well-X-Trol and XLiteTM, among others.
Founded in 1955 as Worthington Industries, Worthington Enterprises follows a people-first Philosophy with earning money for its shareholders as its first corporate goal. Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, Worthington Enterprises and its joint ventures employ approximately 6,000 people throughout North America and Europe.
Company Description
H-P Products Engineered Tube Bends is a leader in tube bending and fabrication, offering solutions such as bending, end forming, welding, and laser tube cutting. The company also provides a wide range of readily available products, including standard elbows, bends, tubing, and installation accessories. Since 1948, H-P Products has built a reputation for quality, consistency, and customizability. With decades of expertise, we strive to deliver precision-engineered solutions tailored to meet diverse customer needs.
Position summary
We are a small, privately owned manufacturing company seeking a hands-on Industrial Engineer to improve how we plan, build, and measure our work. This role will be responsible for validating and maintaining production part times used for scheduling and capacity planning, while driving root cause analysis and process improvements across the shop floor. The ideal candidate is highly data-driven, practical, and collaborative—able to build trust with an hourly workforce and turn analysis into improvements that stick.
Key responsibilities
Production standards / part time validation
· Validate, establish, and maintain accurate production part times (routing/operation standards) to support scheduling and capacity planning.
· Conduct time studies (direct observation, work sampling, video/time capture where appropriate), document methods, and ensure standards reflect current best practice.
· Partner with Scheduling/Production to resolve time standard issues that impact promise dates, bottlenecks, and throughput.
· Implement a sustainable process for periodic review and updates of part time after changes in tooling, methods, product design, or staffing.
Continuous improvement / process optimization
· Map processes (current/future state), identify waste, and recommend improvements in layout, material flow, work methods, and standard work.
· Support line balancing, cell design, and capacity analysis to improve flow and reduce lead time.
Root cause analysis & problem solving
· Facilitate root cause analysis for production issues (scrap, rework, downtime, missed schedules, productivity gaps).
· Use structured problem-solving tools (5 Whys, Fishbone, Pareto, A3, PFMEA as needed) and track corrective actions to closure.
· Create simple, visual, shop-floor-friendly metrics and feedback loops that drive daily improvement.
Data, reporting, and cross-functional collaboration
· Analyze production data to identify trends and improvement opportunities (cycle time, downtime, OEE elements, labor efficiency, schedule attainment).
· Work closely with Production, Scheduling, Quality, Maintenance, Engineering, and Supply Chain to implement improvements and sustain gains.
· Train and coach operators and lead on standard work, time study participation, and continuous improvement concepts.
Required qualifications
· Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
· Demonstrated experience validating/setting labor standards and production part time in a manufacturing environment.
· Strong root cause analysis and process improvement experience with measurable results.
· Data-driven mindset with strong Excel skills (ability to analyze and present data clearly).
· Proven ability to work effectively with hourly teams; comfortable on the shop floor daily.
· Strong communication skills—able to explain the "why" and drive adoption without being heavy-handed.
Preferred qualifications
· Experience in small-to-mid-sized manufacturing (high-mix/low-to-mid volume is a plus).
· Familiarity with Lean tools (5S, standard work, Kaizen, value stream mapping, visual management).
· Experience working with ERP systems (routing, labor reporting, scheduling inputs).
· Basic statistical/process capability knowledge (SPC, Cp/Cpk) is a plus.
Success measures (first 6–12 months)
· Production part time/routings are validated, updated, and trusted by Scheduling and Production.
· Improved schedule attainment and capacity planning accuracy tied to updated standards.
· Reduction in key losses (scrap, rework, downtime, excessive labor variance) through Root Cause Analysis and sustained countermeasures.
· Strong working relationships with operators/leads and increased engagement in improvement efforts.
Work environment
· Shop-floor focused role in a hands-on manufacturing setting.
· Requires frequent standing/walking and direct observation of production processes
· On Site - Louisville, OH 44641
This role focuses on the design, construction, and modification of pipeline and terminal facilities, with an emphasis on electrical and instrumentation systems(PLC's, ProLogic, Flow Meters, Acculode to Multilode) at the terminals.
The Engineer will serve as a technical specialist, developing scopes of work, engineering designs, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to deliver safe, efficient, and compliant projects.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities • System Design & Modification: Engineer electrical and instrumentation systems for new facilities and upgrades to existing pipeline and terminal infrastructure.
Does not need an expert in CAD • Standards Compliance: Apply NEC, NFPA, API standards, and other applicable codes to ensure safe and reliable operations.
• Control Systems Integration: Design and implement process control systems, including SCADA, PLCs, Terminal Management Systems, IT/OT considerations, and hazardous area classifications.
• Technical Documentation: Develop logic diagrams, cause-and-effect matrices, control narratives, and detailed wiring and termination drawings.
• Project Scoping: Define technical requirements and scope of work in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Electrical Engineering: Design low- and medium-voltage power distribution systems, control circuits, and instrumentation wiring for PLC's and Flow Meters.
Currently using Acculode • Procurement & Costing: Prepare equipment specifications, procurement packages, and cost estimates for budgeting purposes.
• Operational Support: Troubleshoot technical issues and assist with commissioning and Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSR).
• Vendor Coordination: Review and evaluate vendor proposals for equipment purchases and modernization projects.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay current with emerging technologies and best practices in electrical and instrumentation engineering.
Experience: • Minimum 5 years of industrial experience in electrical and instrumentation design for pipeline and terminal facilities.
• Proficiency in electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, conduit layouts, instrumentation loops, and PLC hardware.
• Experience selecting electrical equipment for classified areas.
Preferred: • Professional Engineer (PE) registration.
Education: • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Controls Engineering (or equivalent).
• Ten years of applicable experience preferred.
Skills and Competencies • Ability to interpret P&IDs, electrical one-line diagrams, and instrument drawings.
• Expertise in hazardous location wiring practices, panel design, and PLC hardware.
• Strong communication, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Advanced mathematical and analytical capabilities.
• Preferred: Familiarity with Toptech and DTN loading systems.
Work Conditions • Office/Remote-based with up to 25% travel.
• Exposure to varying weather conditions; ability to work outdoors.
• Physical requirements include lifting up to 50 lbs, climbing up to 200 ft, and working in confined spaces.
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
Assistant Project Manager
Construction | Chicago, IL | Hybrid Flexibility
A globally recognized Architecture, Engineering, and Construction firm is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to join their downtown Chicago office. This firm delivers complex, high profile projects across the United States and internationally, with a diverse portfolio including industrial, residential, commercial, education/public, mixed use, and hospitality developments valued up to $200M+.
This role offers the opportunity to support the delivery of large scale projects while working within a fully integrated AEC delivery model alongside architecture, engineering, and construction teams.
The Opportunity
- The Assistant Project Manager will support senior project leadership in the planning and execution of construction projects from preconstruction through completion. This role will assist with coordination across project teams, consultants, subcontractors, and clients to ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and within budget.
- You will gain exposure to complex projects across multiple sectors while developing your leadership and project management capabilities within a collaborative AEC environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the planning and execution of construction projects valued up to $200M+.
- Assist in managing projects from preconstruction through project closeout.
- Coordinate with project managers, superintendents, project engineers, and subcontractors to maintain project progress.
- Work closely with internal architectural and engineering teams within the integrated AEC environment.
- Assist with project financial tracking including budgets, cost reporting, forecasting, and change management.
- Help maintain project schedules, documentation, and reporting.
- Support communication between clients, consultants, subcontractors, and internal teams.
- Participate in project meetings and assist in tracking action items and deliverables.
- Ensure project documentation complies with safety standards, contractual requirements, and company procedures.
Qualifications
- 2 to 6 years of construction project management experience.
- Experience supporting commercial, mixed use, residential, industrial, hospitality, or institutional construction projects preferred.
- Exposure to projects valued $10M to $100M+.
- Strong organizational and coordination skills.
- Ability to support project financials, schedules, and documentation.
- Excellent communication and teamwork capabilities.
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field preferred.
Why Join
- Globally respected Architecture, Engineering, and Construction firm with an international project portfolio.
- Opportunity to work on complex projects across multiple sectors.
- Strong mentorship and career progression toward Project Manager and Senior Project Manager roles.
- Collaborative environment working alongside architecture and engineering teams in an integrated delivery model.
- Downtown Chicago office with a hybrid work schedule with 2 days work from home.
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
This role is ideal for someone who believes rigorous, independent research can help make the world a better place, and wants to help get that work into the right hands.
This is a highly collaborative role that supports client-funded communications projects and corporate initiatives.
You’ll partner closely with research and project teams and work day-to-day with colleagues across Digital, Editorial, Creative, and Events teams to keep projects on track, contribute to content development, and deliver external communications that are clear, timely, accessible, and aligned with NORC’s brand voice.
Location: Hybrid role based in our Washington, D.C.
office, with a minimum of six days per month in the office.
Travel: Limited, with occasional travel (for example, an annual team retreat).
DEPARTMENT: Strategic Communications The Strategic Communications department drives NORC’s brand, reputation, and visibility across every channel and audience.
The department brings together expertise in corporate communications, creative services, digital communications and marketing, internal communications, and project-level communications support.
We manage NORC’s social media presence, email marketing, and website properties, and we partner with project teams on dissemination strategies that help NORC’s research reach the people who need it.
NORC partners with government, corporate, and nonprofit clients around the world to inform the critical decisions facing society, and we ensure that work gets seen, understood, and used, both for our clients and for broader public impact.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Reporting to the Senior Communications Manager, this role serves as a trusted project manager across client-funded work and strategic corporate initiatives such as product launches and public announcements.
While the work supports billable projects, the position is not held to billability standards.
Project manage client communications projects and corporate initiatives by leading intake, gathering requirements, contributing to dissemination plans, coordinating resources, and moving deliverables from kickoff through completion.
Own project coordination and execution by using project management tools to track timelines, owners, and progress; run status updates; follow up on outstanding items; and keep documentation and team communication current and organized (typical responsiveness target is 1-2 business days).
Draft and edit external-facing materials such as web copy, press releases, and client-ready collateral, translating research findings accurately and clearly for nontechnical audiences.
Support external affairs by contributing to PR programs, maintaining and updating media lists, monitoring coverage, and compiling media reports.
Coordinate internal and external resources by collaborating with internal partners and occasionally managing vendors, scheduling, deliverable tracking, and basic invoice support (training provided).
Apply strong editorial judgment to ensure materials reflect NORC’s brand voice, accessibility best practices, and quality standards before review and release.
Use AI tools thoughtfully and strategically to enhance writing and project planning, while maintaining human quality control and accountability.
Contribute to measurement and reporting by tracking communications metrics and producing simple summaries to inform planning and improvements.
Pitch in across the team as needed to support coordination, documentation, and administrative tasks that help ensure successful delivery of client projects and corporate initiatives.
REQUIRED SKILLS: Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, journalism, public relations, English, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
At least 3 years of relevant communications, PR, marketing, or agency experience (including internships).
Demonstrated ability to coordinate and deliver projects across multiple stakeholders and teams, managing competing priorities and deadlines.
Strong writing and editing skills, including the ability to draft communications plans.
Excellent interpersonal skills, including clear, professional communication and a strong client-service mindset.
Team-oriented approach and commitment to a collaborative work environment, both virtually and in person.
High attention to detail, especially for accuracy, formatting consistency, and alignment with NORC’s visual brand and messaging standards.
Proficiency with Microsoft 365 tools (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint).
Nice to have Experience in a project management platform (Wrike or similar).
Familiarity with SharePoint and Microsoft Teams.
Interest in and commitment to social science research and mission-driven work.
Interest or experience in media monitoring, media list development, and coverage reporting tools (MuckRack or similar).
Comfort using AI tools (such as ChatGPT or Claude) to support writing and planning, with strong editorial judgment.
SALARY AND BENEFITS: The pay range for this position is $77,000
- $80,000.
This position is classified as regular.
Regular staff are eligible for NORC’s comprehensive benefits program.
Benefits include, but are not limited to: Generously subsidized health insurance, effective on the first day of employment Dental and vision insurance A defined contribution retirement program, along with a separate voluntary 403(b) retirement program Group life insurance, long-term and short-term disability insurance Benefits that promote work/life balance, including generous paid time off, holidays; paid parental leave, bereavement leave, tuition assistance, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
NORC is committed to equity and transparency in its pay practices.
We publish salary ranges and benefit information for every job.
The listed hiring range reflects what we, in good faith, expect to pay at the time of posting, though actual compensation may vary and may be adjusted over time.
A candidate’s placement within the range depends on factors such as competencies, education, qualifications, experience, skills, performance, and organizational needs.
WHAT WE DO: NORC at the University of Chicago is an objective, non-partisan research institution that delivers reliable data and rigorous analysis to guide critical programmatic, business, and policy decisions.
Since 1941, our teams have conducted groundbreaking studies, created and applied innovative methods and tools, and advanced principles of scientific integrity and collaboration.
Today, government, corporate, and nonprofit clients around the world partner with us to transform increasingly complex information into useful knowledge.
WHO WE ARE: For over 80 years, NORC has evolved in many ways, moving the needle with research methods, technical applications and groundbreaking research findings.
But our tradition of excellence, passion for innovation, and commitment to collegiality have remained constant components of who we are as a brand, and who each of us is as a member of the NORC team.
With world-class benefits, a business casual environment, and an emphasis on continuous learning, NORC is a place where people join for the stellar research and analysis work for which we’re known, and stay for the relationships they form with their colleagues who take pride in the impact their work is making on a global scale.
EEO STATEMENT: NORC is an equal opportunity employer.
NORC evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, sexual orientation, and other legally protected characteristics.
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Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
This role is ideal for someone who believes rigorous, independent research can help make the world a better place, and wants to help get that work into the right hands.
This is a highly collaborative role that supports client-funded communications projects and corporate initiatives.
You’ll partner closely with research and project teams and work day-to-day with colleagues across Digital, Editorial, Creative, and Events teams to keep projects on track, contribute to content development, and deliver external communications that are clear, timely, accessible, and aligned with NORC’s brand voice.
Location: Hybrid role based in either our Chicago Loop or Washington, D.C.
office, with a minimum of six days per month in the office.
Travel: Limited, with occasional travel (for example, an annual team retreat).
DEPARTMENT: Strategic Communications The Strategic Communications department drives NORC’s brand, reputation, and visibility across every channel and audience.
The department brings together expertise in corporate communications, creative services, digital communications and marketing, internal communications, and project-level communications support.
We manage NORC’s social media presence, email marketing, and website properties, and we partner with project teams on dissemination strategies that help NORC’s research reach the people who need it.
NORC partners with government, corporate, and nonprofit clients around the world to inform the critical decisions facing society, and we ensure that work gets seen, understood, and used, both for our clients and for broader public impact.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Reporting to the Senior Communications Manager, this role serves as a trusted project manager across client-funded work and strategic corporate initiatives such as product launches and public announcements.
While the work supports billable projects, the position is not held to billability standards.
Project manage client communications projects and corporate initiatives by leading intake, gathering requirements, contributing to dissemination plans, coordinating resources, and moving deliverables from kickoff through completion.
Own project coordination and execution by using project management tools to track timelines, owners, and progress; run status updates; follow up on outstanding items; and keep documentation and team communication current and organized (typical responsiveness target is 1-2 business days).
Draft and edit external-facing materials such as web copy, press releases, and client-ready collateral, translating research findings accurately and clearly for nontechnical audiences.
Support external affairs by contributing to PR programs, maintaining and updating media lists, monitoring coverage, and compiling media reports.
Coordinate internal and external resources by collaborating with internal partners and occasionally managing vendors, scheduling, deliverable tracking, and basic invoice support (training provided).
Apply strong editorial judgment to ensure materials reflect NORC’s brand voice, accessibility best practices, and quality standards before review and release.
Use AI tools thoughtfully and strategically to enhance writing and project planning, while maintaining human quality control and accountability.
Contribute to measurement and reporting by tracking communications metrics and producing simple summaries to inform planning and improvements.
Pitch in across the team as needed to support coordination, documentation, and administrative tasks that help ensure successful delivery of client projects and corporate initiatives.
REQUIRED SKILLS: Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, journalism, public relations, English, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
At least 3 years of relevant communications, PR, marketing, or agency experience (including internships).
Demonstrated ability to coordinate and deliver projects across multiple stakeholders and teams, managing competing priorities and deadlines.
Strong writing and editing skills, including the ability to draft communications plans.
Excellent interpersonal skills, including clear, professional communication and a strong client-service mindset.
Team-oriented approach and commitment to a collaborative work environment, both virtually and in person.
High attention to detail, especially for accuracy, formatting consistency, and alignment with NORC’s visual brand and messaging standards.
Proficiency with Microsoft 365 tools (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint).
Nice to have Experience in a project management platform (Wrike or similar).
Familiarity with SharePoint and Microsoft Teams.
Interest in and commitment to social science research and mission-driven work.
Interest or experience in media monitoring, media list development, and coverage reporting tools (MuckRack or similar).
Comfort using AI tools (such as ChatGPT or Claude) to support writing and planning, with strong editorial judgment.
SALARY AND BENEFITS: The pay range for this position is $77,000
- $80,000.
This position is classified as regular.
Regular staff are eligible for NORC’s comprehensive benefits program.
Benefits include, but are not limited to: Generously subsidized health insurance, effective on the first day of employment Dental and vision insurance A defined contribution retirement program, along with a separate voluntary 403(b) retirement program Group life insurance, long-term and short-term disability insurance Benefits that promote work/life balance, including generous paid time off, holidays; paid parental leave, bereavement leave, tuition assistance, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
NORC is committed to equity and transparency in its pay practices.
We publish salary ranges and benefit information for every job.
The listed hiring range reflects what we, in good faith, expect to pay at the time of posting, though actual compensation may vary and may be adjusted over time.
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WHAT WE DO: NORC at the University of Chicago is an objective, non-partisan research institution that delivers reliable data and rigorous analysis to guide critical programmatic, business, and policy decisions.
Since 1941, our teams have conducted groundbreaking studies, created and applied innovative methods and tools, and advanced principles of scientific integrity and collaboration.
Today, government, corporate, and nonprofit clients around the world partner with us to transform increasingly complex information into useful knowledge.
WHO WE ARE: For over 80 years, NORC has evolved in many ways, moving the needle with research methods, technical applications and groundbreaking research findings.
But our tradition of excellence, passion for innovation, and commitment to collegiality have remained constant components of who we are as a brand, and who each of us is as a member of the NORC team.
With world-class benefits, a business casual environment, and an emphasis on continuous learning, NORC is a place where people join for the stellar research and analysis work for which we’re known, and stay for the relationships they form with their colleagues who take pride in the impact their work is making on a global scale.
EEO STATEMENT: NORC is an equal opportunity employer.
NORC evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, sexual orientation, and other legally protected characteristics.
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Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
This role is ideal for someone who believes rigorous, independent research can help make the world a better place, and wants to help get that work into the right hands.
This is a highly collaborative role serving as the External Affairs Lead.
You’ll be the primary media point of contact, while also helping lead and project manage select external corporate initiatives.
You’ll partner closely with research and project teams and work day-to-day with colleagues across Digital, Editorial, Creative, and Events teams to keep projects on track, contribute to content development, and deliver external communications that are clear, timely, accessible, and aligned with NORC’s brand voice.
Location: Hybrid role based in either Chicago Loop or Washington, D.C.
office, with a minimum of six days per month in the office.
Travel: Limited, with occasional travel (for example, an annual team retreat).
DEPARTMENT: Strategic Communications The Strategic Communications department drives NORC’s brand, reputation, and visibility across every channel and audience.
The department brings together expertise in corporate communications, creative services, digital communications and marketing, internal communications, and project-level communications support.
We manage NORC’s social media presence, email marketing, and website properties, and we partner with project teams on dissemination strategies that help NORC’s research reach the people who need it.
NORC partners with government, corporate, and nonprofit clients around the world to inform the critical decisions facing society, and we ensure that work gets seen, understood, and used, both for our clients and for broader public impact.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Reporting to the Senior Communications Manager, this role serves as NORC’s External Affairs Lead and supports the dissemination of NORC’s research and expertise to media.
While the work supports billable projects, the position is not held to billability standards.
Lead NORC’s external affairs work as the primary media contact by developing and executing an ongoing media strategy; triaging and coordinating responses to inbound media inquiries; and supporting staff who will be speaking to media.
Provide crisis communications and reputation/risk support to help protect NORC’s brand as an objective, nonpartisan research organization.
Draft, edit, and distribute press releases and other external-facing media materials, applying strong editorial judgment to ensure accuracy, plain language, and alignment with NORC’s brand voice and editorial standards before release.
Maintain External Affairs systems and infrastructure by managing NORC’s PR firm; monitoring the media landscape and identifying opportunities; building media relationships; developing and refining media lists; supporting thought leadership efforts; and producing monthly media reports and timely media alerts for senior leadership and key stakeholders.
Project manage select external-facing corporate initiatives and client-funded projects (particularly those with a media component) by supporting intake and requirements gathering, contributing to dissemination planning, coordinating resources, and using project management tools to track timelines, owners, progress, and communications from kickoff through completion.
Use AI tools thoughtfully and strategically to enhance media backgrounders, writing and planning, and press list generation, while maintaining human quality control and accountability.
REQUIRED SKILLS: Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, journalism, public relations, English, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
At least 5 years of relevant communications, PR, marketing, or agency experience (including internships).
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment, solve problems, and coordinate cross-functional stakeholders (including senior leaders) to meet deadlines and handle shifting priorities.
Experience handling media relations, press outreach, and/or reputation communications with strong judgment and discretion.
Strong writing and editing skills, especially for press releases, spokesperson support materials, and executive-ready messaging.
Excellent interpersonal skills, including clear, professional communication and a strong client-service mindset.
Team-oriented approach and commitment to a collaborative work environment, both virtually and in person.
High attention to detail, especially for accuracy, formatting consistency, and alignment with NORC’s visual brand and messaging standards.
Experience in media monitoring, media list development, and coverage reporting tools (MuckRack or similar).
Proficiency with Microsoft 365 tools (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint).
Nice to have Experience in a project management platform (Wrike or similar).
Familiarity with SharePoint and Microsoft Teams.
Interest in and commitment to social science research and mission-driven work.
Comfort using AI tools (such as ChatGPT or Claude) to support writing and planning, with strong editorial judgment.
SALARY AND BENEFITS: The pay range for this position is $98,000 – $120,000.
This position is classified as regular.
Regular staff are eligible for NORC’s comprehensive benefits program.
Benefits include, but are not limited to: Generously subsidized health insurance, effective on the first day of employment Dental and vision insurance A defined contribution retirement program, along with a separate voluntary 403(b) retirement program Group life insurance, long-term and short-term disability insurance Benefits that promote work/life balance, including generous paid time off, holidays; paid parental leave, bereavement leave, tuition assistance, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
NORC is committed to equity and transparency in its pay practices.
We publish salary ranges and benefit information for every job.
The listed hiring range reflects what we, in good faith, expect to pay at the time of posting, though actual compensation may vary and may be adjusted over time.
A candidate’s placement within the range depends on factors such as competencies, education, qualifications, experience, skills, performance, and organizational needs.
This role is bonus eligible.
Bonus payment is contingent upon program terms and individual performance.
WHAT WE DO: NORC at the University of Chicago is an objective, non-partisan research institution that delivers reliable data and rigorous analysis to guide critical programmatic, business, and policy decisions.
Since 1941, our teams have conducted groundbreaking studies, created and applied innovative methods and tools, and advanced principles of scientific integrity and collaboration.
Today, government, corporate, and nonprofit clients around the world partner with us to transform increasingly complex information into useful knowledge.
WHO WE ARE: For over 80 years, NORC has evolved in many ways, moving the needle with research methods, technical applications and groundbreaking research findings.
But our tradition of excellence, passion for innovation, and commitment to collegiality have remained constant components of who we are as a brand, and who each of us is as a member of the NORC team.
With world-class benefits, a business casual environment, and an emphasis on continuous learning, NORC is a place where people join for the stellar research and analysis work for which we’re known, and stay for the relationships they form with their colleagues who take pride in the impact their work is making on a global scale.
EEO STATEMENT: NORC is an equal opportunity employer.
NORC evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, sexual orientation, and other legally protected characteristics.
#LI-MS1
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.